Firing an employee is often one of the more challenging aspects about being an employer. Eventually, the employee you terminated will look for a new job and his prospective employer may contact you ...

When you're called on as a reference for a former employee, it's important to note what you legally can and cannot say during your conversation. Misinformation about what you can say can cause legal ...

Q: An employee of my company recently resigned after other employees complained he was engaging in inappropriate sexual behavior toward women in the office. He has applied for a job with a friend of ...

Picture this: You pick up the phone and it’s someone in human resources at a local business seeking a reference for a former employee. What can you say? What can’t you say? References for former ...

No matter how great a candidate seems, how appealing, how experienced, how perfect a fit, you’re looking for trouble if you don’t check references before making an offer. Better to get any bad news by ...

Q: Do I have to provide a reference? I have an ex-employee who worked for the business for more than 10 years. While his work performance was average, his attendance record was poor. He has now found ...