How reliable are reference checks? That depends on how you conduct them. On this episode of How We Hire, we speak to , a researcher for Refapp, a digital reference-checking platform. Carl plays a vital role in improving reference checking and applying digital tools and science to make this often overlooked process more efficient and fair. In this episode, Carl-Johan shares his knowledge and insights on how to make reference checking a reliable, useful process for employers wishing to improve their hiring accuracy.
Key takeaways:
- Should candidates nominate their referees?
- Gender biases in reference checking and how to minimise this risk
- How to achieve structure with reference checking
- What questions to ask and which to avoid- when running a check
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