When should you give a negative reference for an employee? 3 Articles

by John Stuart

Never give a negative reference for an employee! Further explanation of this rule is fairly simple and logical. There is no need to kow-tow for an individual but the ramifications of spouting off over one of your bad hir...read more

by Jamie Bessett

Common sense comes into play when determining whether to give a positive or negative reference for an employee. Unfortunately as a small business owner, I have given out more negative references for my past employees....read more

by Steve Martin

The important thing is to be as honest as possible. Remember, you can be sued by an employee for a negative reference unless you can support it with evidence. Likewise, you can be sued by an employer if you falsely give a ...read more