A character reference letter can make or break an applicant’s chances. Here’s how to write a great one. A character reference letter can make or break an applicant’s chances Before the days of ...

When assessing a potential new hire, have you ever had to ask yourself, "How wasn't this flagged during the reference check?" If so, you could be missing key steps when checking the candidate’s ...

You’ve made it through the interviews and now a potential employer is asking for references. But if you’re a recent graduate who doesn’t have a lot of work experience, who do you ask? First, consider ...

Johnny C. Taylor Jr. tackles your human resources questions as part of a series for USA TODAY. Taylor is president and CEO of the Society for Human Resource Management, the world's largest HR ...

Only agree if you know the person’s work directly Tell a story that showcases the applicant’s skills Ask for the job description to tailor your response References play a key role in the hiring ...

Reference Mode enhances colors and metadata, making it ideal for use in professional workflows. Here's how to use it on your iPad Pro. Reference Mode on an iPad is a special display mode designed for ...

So things didn’t work out with your last job. It happens. But what’s going to happen when that potential new employer calls your old boss? “Unfortunately bad references are far more common than most ...