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 ...

When you apply for a new job, you need a polished resume, a perfected cover letter, and a list of job references who you trust to speak to a potential employer. Some employers may ask for references ...

Your job references aren’t just warm bodies who can verify that you’re "the best employee ever, and a totally great fit for [insert job here]." If done thoughtfully, your references can help you ...