Seven Deadly Myths of Professional References

Excited about your prospects for landing that new job?  You should consider what your former boss and other references may say about you.  There is no doubt, for many job searchers, a person’s past will have a direct bearing on his or her future. No matter what the...

Are You Identifying Bad Job References?

Are bad job references inhibiting your success? Many of us can relate to this scenario: when completing an employment application, you are asked to identify a number of references (typically 3-5) for prospective employers to contact.  In order to put your best foot...