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, ...

Job seekers who believe the reference section of their resume isn't as important as the rest of it should think again, new research shows. A study by CareerBuilder revealed the vast majority of ...

Forbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights. I write about corporate governance, leadership and diversity. Recruitment 101 includes references as a core component of a ...

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 ...

Between resumes, cover letters and a relatively dry labor market compared to two years ago, job seekers have their work cut out for them — so it's crucial they have the basics down. Career experts at ...

Screen Shot 2015-12-28 at 8.41.23 AM.png By Martin Yate, CPC Resumes win interviews, so like most people your job search has probably focused on writing your and tweaking your resume and landing job ...

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 ...