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

References can be divided into two main categories by purpose: academic and professional. An academic reference is typically a formal letter of recommendation for an academic job, a scholarship, or a ...

When an interviewer asks you for a list of references, are you confident about the names you hand over? Do you wonder what kind of questions they might be asked, or whether you've picked the right ...

Looking back, I really can’t complain about the hiring process for my first editorial assistant job out of college. Phone interview with the hiring manager? Breezy. Editing test? Nailed it. Skype call ...

Despite how much has changed in terms of how we search for jobs (we’ve come a long way from paging through the local newspaper’s classified ads section) and the hiring process now being largely ...

As a job seeker, you'll need to put together a list of professional references who can vouch for you to a prospective employer. Your references should be individuals with whom you've worked closely.

This guide was reviewed by a Business News Daily editor to ensure it provides comprehensive and accurate information to aid your buying decision. A job candidate may ace the interview, but that ...

Asking for professional references can feel a bit overwhelming. You want to make sure you choose the right people and ask them in a way that feels comfortable. Whether you’re reaching out to a former ...

According to conventional wisdom, it’s best to use your former bosses for job references. If you don’t, it may look like you’re hiding a sour past. But a new study suggests that if you want to give a ...

What every job seeker should do when identifying and prepping job references. Q: How can you ask your immediate supervisor or manager (who knows the most about your work and skills) to be your ...

This reader thought he had a strong reference lined up for his last job, but his boss went MIA. Should he push to get that reference, or is it better to focus his time elsewhere? In my final meeting ...

Hiring someone is a major investment for a company, and hiring managers often rely on job references to ensure they’re bringing on the best fit for their team. For an interviewee, a glowing reference ...