However, ZipRecruiter CEO Ian Siegel tells PEOPLE there are extremely rare exceptions PEOPLE’s Real Tips for Real Life presents practical answers to some of the most commonly asked questions around ...

A resume is the most important tool in the job search process. In today’s competitive market, employers might receive hundreds of applications for one position. Resumes allow hiring managers to ...

When crafting the perfect resume, one question that often arises is whether or not to include references. As job seekers aim for positions that offer substantial salaries and long-term career growth, ...

A service member at a recent event asked whether it is a good idea for transitioning service members to provide references from their military past, and if so, who should they list? The plain and ...

We've told you to skip "references upon request" on your resume, but you still want others to sing your praise. Including testimonials on your resume lets you get the point across that you're awesome.

Resumes win interviews, so like most people your job search has probably focused on writing your and tweaking your resume and landing job interviews. You probably haven't given your references much ...

At a time when employers receive hundreds of applications for a single job opening, a glowing reference could be the difference between standing out and sitting at home. Enter CareerExcuse.com, a ...

When is the correct time for a recruiter or employer to request my professional references? I was asked by an ex-colleague of mine to submit a resume for a job opening in his company. I submitted the ...

It isn’t fair that honest, hard-working, quality applicants lose out on job opportunities to individuals who fake resumes and references. But they do. The reality: you can’t believe resumes. A ...

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 ...