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 ...

Hiring someone is a major investment for a company, and hiring managers often rely on job references to ensure they’re bringing on the best fit for their team. For an interviewee, a glowing reference ...

During your job search you’ll more than likely come across situations where you have to provide references to back up your application for a vacancy. Depending on the role, these may be former ...

Asking for professional references can feel a bit overwhelming. You want to make sure you choose the right people and ask them in a way that feels comfortable. Whether you’re reaching out to a former ...

Not long ago when you were applying for jobs, references weren't given much thought. That is no longer the case. As the competition increases and employers become more stringent in their selection ...

Forbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights. I write about corporate governance, leadership and diversity. Dec 20, 2023, 05:24pm EST Dec 21, 2023, 11:28am EST A businesswoman ...

In the not-so-distant past, serving as someone's job reference meant answering a few questions over the phone. Nowadays, that process is often... Do job references matter? In the not-so-distant past, ...

In the journey of securing a new job, there are several milestones that bring a mix of excitement and anxiety. One such milestone is when a potential employer asks for your references. This step often ...

Dear Amy: “Liz” and I worked together for a short time nearly 20 years ago. She was excellent at her work and was an officer in a national organization in our field. We have not seen one another in ...