Results Through People
Q: I was just told that I should email my references to an employer. I guess I am now a final candidate. Who should I give as references? I know my neighbor will serve as a reference, but not sure … Continued
Q: I have received different advice from a number of different job coaches. One suggested that I no longer include an objective at the top of my resume. Another suggested that I only include a summary. Another said that neither … Continued
Q: One of my former employees has asked that I respond to reference calls for her. I am wondering how much of a time commitment this will be. When I answer a reference call, what should I be prepared for? … Continued
Q: Should I send a thank-you note after an informational interview? I met with one of my father’s graduate school classmates. We met for coffee at a local coffee shop. He gave the once-over to my resume and gave me … Continued
Q: I am looking for a new job. I think I have a pretty decent resume. It’s been a long time since I had to look for a job. Do companies still check references? How do I share my references … Continued
Q: I was a finalist for a Director-level role for a large international non-profit organization in New England. I provided several professional references. The Executive Director of the non-profit called someone NOT on my list of professional references. Instead, he … Continued
Q: I have been told my references matter and can either really improve my chances of landing a new job or they can really derail a job offer. What can I do to focus on improving my references and making … Continued
Q: I had a great interview with a company and they said that they are planning on calling my references. I found out that, instead of calling references on the list that I provided, that they called others who I … Continued
Q: I received a telephone call from a local company. They are asking for a reference on one of my former co-workers. I sat a few desks away from this person but I don’t know anything about their performance. I … Continued
Q: I received a reference call on a former co-worker. I don’t know for sure but I think the guy was fired. He was very slimy and I think he used the company credit card for personal expenses. What is … Continued