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References are a funny tool. In my experience, few folks really know what they’re looking for when they check references. It’s a sensitive topic when to check references and the generally accepted ...

Dear J.T. & Dale: Why did a company check my references if they had no intention of hiring me? They called my reference but then rejected me. For the record, this reference is a friend and never says ...

Q: A company where I interviewed last month called me, saying they want to check my references and conduct a background check. What are my next steps? First, enjoy a minute of happiness. Most ...

“I don’t know what happened to my manager after I left, but he’s not there anymore.” Sound familiar? Prospective employers want to do their homework on you. If one of the above scenarios is preventing ...

Dear J.T. & Dale: Why did a company check my references if they had no intention of hiring me? They called my reference but then rejected me. For the record, this reference is a friend and never says ...