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 ...

(MoneyWatch) Most companies ask for job references before hiring you, whether it's to be a dog walker or a senior vice president. Some employers don't call these references, some do and some hunt down ...

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 ...

Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. As a third-party endorsement of your skill set, strengths and experience, references play a crucial role in your job search and ...

Time is tight for everyone. It can be tough to take a step away from your busy day to serve as a job reference for somebody else. But you may not realize there are several hidden advantages to acting ...

(MoneyWatch) When called for a reference, your former employer can only verify dates of employment and job title, right? Wrong. Employers can say anything they want to about a former (or current) ...

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 ...

A resume is the most important tool in the job search process. In today’s competitive market, employers might receive hundreds of applications for one position. Resumes allow hiring managers to ...

At least two companies say they'll sell you references to help you get a job. Aug. 26, 2009— -- William Schmidt fabricates job references for a price. And he feels good about it. "At least I know ...