Lois Kelly’s Post

I love following her on Linked In! Some things are so simple. I don't do reference checks and I don't believe in them. One, as a recruiter, I would never put someone's current job in jeopardy. Therefore, I would not ask for references from someone's current employer, nor would I call them without the candidate's knowledge. That would be the professional thing to do. Second, if I were a smart candidate, I would only give you the names of people who will say positive things about me. Therefore, what is the point of the reference check if I don't get real information from the people I am contacting? Be a grown-up and trust your instincts. If you can't make a hiring decision based on the conversations you have had, the interviews you have conducted, and the resumes and applications you have reviewed, you should not be in a position to offer people a job.

Interesting article with insights into the reality of the recruitment process from all sides and useful recommendations for successful employment applications. For example: “Remember that every time you interact with a recruiter, they are assessing you. Don’t save your best behaviour for interviews only. Be professional and mindful with all your calls and emails.” This article also highlights important questions about the references we intend to use: “When did you last speak with your referees? Do they have an up to date copy of your resume? Do they really know what you are capable of? Are they still happy to provide a reference for you?”

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