ERE SourceCon

MAY 23, 2017

One of the quickest ways to multiply the quantity of candidates for a position is to source references. I see all references as potential candidates, and I treat them as such. There are three main ways I usually find references to contact. Today I’ll share with you the first method.

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Hireserve

DECEMBER 9, 2022

A reference letter, or recommendation, is used to endorse an individual who you have experience working with, and provides examples of their skills, abilities, knowledge, and character that they displayed in their job at your company. If you know the full name of the recipient of the reference letter include their name (eg.

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RecruitLoop

APRIL 18, 2023

A reference letter is a letter written recommending someone for a position. When a reference letter is written by an employer, it’s usually going to be for another job, but it can also be an academic reference for a higher education program or a character reference, which can be for a job, a volunteering […]

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The Whiteboard

FEBRUARY 20, 2020

I love the sound of references being taken. To set the scene, lets look at the current protocol around references here in Aotearoa, and the associated costs. Typically, our clients require two verbal references, ideally both being taken from someone who has directly managed the candidate. More of that later.

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Zengig

DECEMBER 19, 2022

It’s a must to ask someone’s permission before using them as a reference when you’re applying for a job. We’ll lay out what makes a good reference and share a sample template you can use when requesting one below. Who to ask for a job reference. What makes a good reference? Who not to ask for a job reference.

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The Hire Talent

FEBRUARY 28, 2023

See the reference checking method that predicted productivity for 25,000 new hires. Reference checking has been standard hiring practice for decades. But— Reference checking is vital to hiring success. In fact, getting great references is shockingly simple. Try automated reference checking now.

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MyRecruitmentPlus

MARCH 16, 2022

Though, reference checking is still a necessary process that can help your company avoid serious negligence while also helping to point you in the direction of the best candidate for the job. MyRecruitment+’s automated reference checking software ensures you remain compliant and efficient in your recruitment process. Avoid negligence.

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Lever

MAY 11, 2018

When 62 percent of job seekers have embellished their skill set, reference checks can be a valuable tool to help your team make informed hiring decisions. Hiring managers ultimately make the decision, so it’s in their best interest to conduct the reference check—but they may not know how.

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The Execu|Search Group

OCTOBER 28, 2021

As you look for a new career opportunity, putting together job references may not be high on your priority list. However, you should be giving considerable thought to who you should choose as job references at the onset of your search! Provide them with context about each role they are a reference for. Ask in advance.

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Hireserve

NOVEMBER 18, 2021

Whether at interview or offer stage, issuing reference requests can be a pretty unenjoyable process. In this guide, we’re going to explore how the tools within some Applicant Tracking Systems and recruitment CRMs can help you to manage your reference requests process more efficiently and cost-effectively. Let’s read on.

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ERE SourceCon

JUNE 27, 2017

In my last article, titled Sourcing References , I outlined my go-to approach for using references as a source for finding candidates. In this article, I will walk you through my second favorite method for using references to source candidates. I’m talking about mining your database for references.

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Purple CV

NOVEMBER 27, 2020

Thinking about whether to write references on your CV? While it used to be the norm to include references, it’s not such a common practice these days. You may also be wondering, ‘what are references’? When to avoid references on your CV. There’s a number of reasons why you might avoid listing references on your CV.

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RecruitLoop

APRIL 18, 2023

A reference letter is a letter written recommending someone for a position. When a reference letter is written by an employer, it’s usually going to be for another job, but it can also be an academic reference for a higher education program or a character reference, which can be for a job, a volunteering […]

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Glassdoor for Employers

OCTOBER 8, 2020

To really understand whether a candidate would be the right fit, it's always a good idea to talk to the people who know best: their references. Best Practices to Keep in Mind When Contacting References. First of all, it's a good idea to give the candidate at hand some visibility into how you conduct reference checks. "I

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The Whiteboard

NOVEMBER 27, 2014

My week has been filled with reference checks. Giving references. Taking references. Four references for one candidate and still no offer. One reference for a candidate with an immediate offer. Un-nominated referees begrudgingly giving references. Nominated referees not returning messages.

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The Execu|Search Group

OCTOBER 28, 2021

As you look for a new career opportunity, putting together job references may not be high on your priority list. However, you should be giving considerable thought to who you should choose as job references at the onset of your search! Provide them with context about each role they are a reference for. Ask in advance.

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RecruitLoop

NOVEMBER 29, 2022

One of the steps in the hiring process is checking references. Checking references can be very informative when hiring a new employee. Hiring an employee takes a lot of work before and after you’ve found a candidate. This is oddly one step that some companies skip, but they never should. Read on to learn more. […].

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Social Talent

DECEMBER 2, 2019

Do you really understand the purpose of a reference check? The reason you are completing a reference check is to confirm the information you already have. What a reference check is not: A chance to convince you you’re making the right decision. Be confident in your decision before you make that reference call.

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The Hire Talent

MARCH 19, 2020

We wrote the (e)Book on Reference Checking. Get a reference every time. Learn more from your references than dates of employment and salary history. Overcome reference-checking objections. If this eBook doesn’t help you check your candidate’s references with ease and produce results every time, we’ll do it for you!

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The Hire Talent

JUNE 16, 2021

Reference checking is a vital part of your recruitment process. When you design and optimize your automated reference checking system, you need to pay attention to the reference check questions. When you design and optimize your automated reference checking system, you need to pay attention to the reference check questions.

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ERE

DECEMBER 11, 2017

Once you have a reference on the phone, thank them for connecting with you. That disarms the interaction and allows for a more candid reference. Tell them you need just 15 minutes and that everything will be held in confidence — you’re not going to share their feedback with the candidate (and honor this, of course).

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Fistful of Talent

FEBRUARY 12, 2021

On episode 49 of The HR Famous Podcast , long-time HR leaders (and friends) Tim Sackett, Kris Dunn and Jessica Lee come together once again to discuss the importance of reference checks and a $15 minimum wage. 5:45 – Tim posted a blog post last week titled “You’re an Idiot If You Still Check References!”

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The Muse

SEPTEMBER 10, 2021

What a personal reference is, when to use one, and how to choose the right one. Plus, how to request a reference the right way—with example emails.

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Teamtailor

NOVEMBER 25, 2020

What would you say is the purpose of reference checking in a recruitment process? Still, traditional reference checking via phone call between recruiter and referee has proven to be a rather unreliable method to achieve this. Be picky about which referees to contact (And the more references the better!). This includes: 1.

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Workable

JULY 7, 2022

Will your references help you land it? Studies show that hiring managers have taken candidates out of the running after checking their references. This means you need to put as much effort into choosing the right people to be your references as you do into writing your resume. What is a job reference?

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Stories Incorporated

FEBRUARY 22, 2022

co-founder Lauryn suggests a new way of doing reference checks that sets a new hire up for success. Are reference checks dead? Of course, you can offer reverse reference checks to the candidate on their hiring manager!). After an insightful reference, ask if you can share the highlights with your new hire. Stories Inc.

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Boolean Strings

JULY 20, 2021

David shows how to collect and cross-reference Kubernetes Developers on Github based on X-Raying “authors” files as a use case. Tools you will need: Julia’s Email Extractor. Linkclump or similar (to open selected links in separate tabs). Basic LinkedIn.

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NPA Worldwide

FEBRUARY 18, 2020

The last steps before candidate hire are the background check and the reference check. Don’t let an automated process (background check) or a hiring manager-driven manual process (reference check) derail the plan you have put in place. Communicate well what is happening in the reference check process. Get coaching!

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Lever

MAY 26, 2016

Candidate reference checks are usually one of the last steps of the recruitment process, but too often overlooked or rushed. Before you rush to get that offer into the hands of your top choice candidate, take the time to do candidate reference checks. times the person’s salary.

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FireFish Software

JANUARY 13, 2021

One of the easiest and most effective ways of improving your BD results is to start making carefully-planned candidate reference calls. And if you’re thinking that reference calls don’t count as BD calls, you’re wrong – play it right and they could become one of your favourite sales tools for recruitment. Don’t believe me?

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Acara Solutions

SEPTEMBER 8, 2021

When interviewing for a new job, the reference-checking step is one of the last stages of the recruiting process. But when asked by a recruiter or an HR manager to provide a list of professional references, who should you choose? Ask your references for permission. Select references with different experiences.

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MyRecruitmentPlus

MARCH 22, 2021

This is where reference checks come in. . How did Reference Checks start: . The Law Dictionary defines a reference check as the act of contacting previous employers of a job applicant to determine and confirm job history. . Why would you add a Reference checking stage to your processes? Types of Reference checks .

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The Whiteboard

AUGUST 25, 2016

This was really brought home to me earlier this week when someone in my team shared this with me from Fiverr.com: Aside from the alarmingly bellicose company logo, the fact this service exists, is seemingly legally sound, and openly offers to provide a reference covering: Employment (as your actual employer or existing employer).

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