Forbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights. I write about corporate governance, leadership and diversity. Recruitment 101 includes references as a core component of a ...

One of the most critical moments for a search committee, and one of the more perilous for an applicant, is when it gathers information from people who are not on the candidate’s list of references. I ...

Listing references might not seem like something you should have to worry about after going through the hassles of crafting a perfect cover letter and killer resume. However, there is a proper method ...

Completing the job application process usually involves providing professional references. In many instances, you will need to supply a list of references for the prospective employer after submitting ...

Job references are important for the employer and the potential employee. Employers typically use references to make hiring decisions and a lack of them can hurt your chances of getting a position. It ...

Hopefully you haven't made the mistake of adding references to your curriculum vitae (CV), just for the sake of it. According to an article published by Refinery29, having a bad reference could ...