Does anyone really check references anymore? If so, how can you influence what they say about you? In this episode of The Career Confidante, host Marie Zimenoff shares data about the number of job search candidates who don’t pass reference checks and the number of employers who check references during the recruiting and hiring process. She offers strategies for choosing, preparing, and presenting your references; maintaining relationships with current and past employers; and using testimonials and LinkedIn to communicate your brand consistently.
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