A Reference Check is the process of contacting a candidate’s previous employers or colleagues to verify their skills, performance, and character during hiring.
- What is a reference check?
Answer: It is contacting past employers to verify a candidate’s skills. - What information is sought?
Answer: Information includes performance, reliability, and work ethic. - What are the benefits?
Answer: It validates candidate claims and reduces hiring risks. - What are the challenges?
Answer: Challenges include reluctance of referees or legal limits. - How does HR conduct it?
Answer: HR calls or emails references with prepared questions.
