While you might spend a lot of time stressing about crafting the perfect resume or cover letter, it is important not to forget about the people that you choose that will (hopefully) say nice things about you when asked by a hiring manager. A reference check is usually one of the steps that employers take near the end of the interview process, and means they are seriously considering you for the position. This is why it is crucial that you include references that will give you a favourable review. You don’t want a bad review from a reference that you chose to be the reason that you were not hired for a position. Regardless of if you have a lot of professional experience or you’re just starting your career, here are the 4 people you should be choosing as a reference: Continue reading