For more tips like the ones below, read ZipRecruiter CEO Ian Siegel’s new book, Get Hired Now! You can buy it here. One of the last steps involved with interviewing for a job is having a potential ...

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 ...

You don’t need to be a recent college grad or mid-level employee to benefit from a mentor. In fact, says Caroline Simard, director of research at the Anita Borg Institute for Women and Technology and ...

Job hunting is often challenging but sometimes it does not go well for other job seekers. One of the most important but often ignored aspects of a job application is having updated references. Some ...

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 ...

References: Didn’t they go out with the ark? These days we are far more inclined to think that all the power in job hunting lies in employee referral programmes or social media recommendations, and as ...

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What should I do if I don’t want to be someone’s reference? If you don’t have anything nice to say, your best bet is to avoid hurting someone’s future employment chances. A job seeker’s guide to ...