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References might be a bigger deal than you think. Believe It or not, references can make or break your job prospects, so it’s extremely important to choose them wisely. Even if you had a great interview, a word from one of your references is all it could take to have the hiring manager second-guess you as the right candidate, or get the vote of confidence they need to bring you onto the team. So in a world of Amazon reviews, make sure yours are five stars!

How to Choose Job References (Yes, You Can Use Coworkers)

Who to ask, how to prep them, and why your references matter more than you think.

In this article: Why References Matter | Can You Use a Coworker? | Who to Ask | How to Prep Your References | Include Variety | FAQs References can make or break your job prospects.…

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How to Find and Land the Right Career Mentor

'A good mentor can push you to the heights you are capable of when your self-limiting beliefs [are] holding you back.' —workplace expert Megan Dalla-Camina

Vicki Salemi