This AHI form is to be used when an employer is contacting an applicant's reference. This checklist list key questions to ask the reference to ensure that all aspects of the applicant's work history are covered.
If you think a reference might not speak kindly of you, it’s best to not list them. It's like if you were taking a test—you'd want to pick the right answers!
Unfortunately, you usually can’t hear what references say about you since it’s confidential. However, you can ask them ahead of time what they’ll be saying, to be on the safe side.
They might ask about your job performance, strengths and weaknesses, and how well you worked with others. It’s pretty standard stuff, but good to know what’s coming down the pipe!
Typically, a reference check doesn't take too long—usually just a day or two. But it all depends on how quickly the reference picks up the phone or responds to the call.
You should list supervisors, colleagues, or any professional contacts who can vouch for your work ethic and skills. Just make sure they are people who will speak positively about you!
Reference checks help employers ensure that they are making the right choice. It's like getting a second opinion—you want to know if the person is really as great as they say they are.
A telephone reference check is when a potential employer calls a candidate's previous employers or references to ask about their work habits and skills. It's a way to get the scoop on someone before making a hiring decision.