Good Job is Slate’s advice column on work. Have a workplace problem big or small? Send it to Laura Helmuth and Doree Shafrir ...

Staffing, recruiting and hiring are key responsibilities of human resources. An important aspect of hiring is checking references to verify information in resumes and interviews. Checking references ...

To the frustration of job seekers and hiring managers alike, an increasing number of employers are instituting a blanket "no reference" policy. The trend, which began in the United States, has ...

Hiring the right people is important for any industry, but it is particularly crucial in fields like human services, where employees are entrusted with the care and support of vulnerable populations.

Job references are important for the employer and the potential employee. Employers typically use references to make hiring decisions and a lack of them can hurt your chances of getting a position. It ...

I am constantly sent marketing materials by PR firms or people who want to be quoted in my column. I generally quickly file them under G (G for garbage). But one just got lucky. Allison & Taylor Inc., ...