Resume and References Quiz

What advice does Don give to Mark regarding updating his references?

• Only update if the relationship with references has weakened.

• Never update them.

• Update them every year.

• Update them only if applying for a new job.

When do companies typically consider references and letters of recommendation?

• After deciding to hire a candidate.

• Only if the candidate requests it.

• During the initial resume screening.

• Before the first interview.

According to Don, what is more valuable than a letter of recommendation?

• A good phone call to a reference.

• A strong cover letter.

• A personal interview.

• A well-written resume.

What does Don suggest about listing references on a resume?

• Always include them.

• Never include them unless asked.

• Include them only if they are recent.

• Include them for teaching positions only.

How often does Don mention his references were checked by employers?

• Never.

• Frequently.

• Rarely.

• Every time he applied for a job.