Reference letters come in many different shapes and forms, so don’t think that one size fits all. I’ve written in the past about how to request reference letters in different situations, be it from ...

Your job references aren’t just warm bodies who can verify that you’re "the best employee ever, and a totally great fit for [insert job here]." If done thoughtfully, your references can help you ...

A resume is the most important tool in the job search process. In today’s competitive market, employers might receive hundreds of applications for one position. Resumes allow hiring managers to ...

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How do you deliver job references to an executive recruiter or hiring manager? To start, remove ‘References available upon request’ from your resume. You’ve got glowing references. How and when do you ...

Letters of reference or recommendation are common devices in the corporate world. Many people request letters of reference from current or former employers, and employers may be more than happy to ...

Employers often ask for job references before making a hiring decision. Here are tips on choosing the right people so you get ...

Jo Eisenhart is the senior vice president of Human Resources, Facilities and Philanthropy at Northwestern Mutual. It’s always been a challenge to get meaningful or objective insight from a job ...