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 ...

You are ready to make an employment offer to the candidate you believe is perfect for the marketing position you have been struggling to fill. Before you make the offer, someone says, “Shouldn’t we ...

A reference can make or break your chances of a new job, but employers are required to be honest when asked about former staff members. Outside of regulated financial services roles, there is no ...

When you interview an employee you may be very impressed by his resume, by the way he behaves and his past employment history. Before you jump and hire a new employee, it is vital to check his ...

Most employers understand the importance of checking job-related, or employment, references. But calling personal, or character, references can add real value to your mission. Calling a personal ...

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 ...

Employer's references, verbal references and letters of recommendation are important for professional careers. The HR partners are there to support line managers in preparing such documents and help ...