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    49. References & Background Checks
  


  
  

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References & Background Checks


Vocabulary




TermMeaning


referenceA person who can vouch for your work (former manager, colleague)


reference checkThe company contacts your references to verify your experience


background checkVerification of employment history, education, criminal record


to vouch forTo confirm someone's character or abilities


to provide a referenceTo agree to speak about a candidate to their prospective employer




Useful Phrases


    

  • "I can provide three professional references upon request."
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  • "I have already let my references know they may be contacted."
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  • "My former manager at Company X would be happy to speak with you."
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  • "I worked closely with [name] for two years — they can speak to my technical contributions."
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Who to Choose as References


    

  • Former direct manager — most credible
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  • Senior peer who worked closely with you — good for technical depth
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  • Cross-functional collaborator — shows breadth
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          What is a 'reference check'?
        

        

          
          
          
          
          
          
          
          
          
        

        
      

      
      

        

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          What does 'to vouch for someone' mean?
        

        

          
          
          
          
          
          
          
          
          
        

        
      

      
      

        

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          Complete: 'I can provide three professional ___ upon request.'
        

        

          
          
          
          
          
          
          
          
          
        

        
      

      
      

        

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          Who is the most credible reference for a technical role?
        

        

          
          
          
          
          
          
          
          
          
        

        
      

      
      

        

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          What should you do before giving someone's name as a reference?
        

        

          
          
          
          
          
          
          
          
          
        

        
      

      

      

        
        
      

    


    

  

  








    


  














    

        

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