Reader Charlie sent me this question:
“What do you do when asked to provide a reference and you have hesitations about certain attitudes, behaviors, or abilities of the person in question?”
Most professionals are glad to serve as a reference for former employees or colleagues, but this becomes a problem when you have hesitations. Without a doubt, as your career progresses, you will be asked for references that you may not feel comfortable providing. Today’s episode will give you some ideas on how to handle a reference request when you aren’t able to provide a stellar recommendation for the candidate.
Tip #1: Don’t volunteer
It may sound obvious, but don’t volunteer to provide references for people you can't honestly and authentically endorse.
I know, I know, much easier said than done…especially for those managers who feel compelled to be supportive. But, keep in mind that references reflect on you almost as much as they do on the other person, particularly in these days when social media makes it easy to research and discover professional connections.
Wisely choose whom you will endorse and what you will say about them.
Check out my episode writing a LinkedIn recommendation, just in case you’ve got people you want to endorse.
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