1. How to Do a 360 Degree Reference Check Using LinkedIn by Greg Albrecht M&A Executive Search

2. Checking for References In candidate’s homepage, click on “Check for References”

3. Checking references Review contacts who you know, that know the candidate

4. Checking References Check to see where you know the reference from i.e. company, group, association

5. Checking References Click on candidate’s reference and send them an inquiry. Check to make sure they are open to giving a reference

6. Checking References Send LI request for reference to your contact; ask for specific information

7. Checking References Ask to verify specific accomplishments on their resume

8. Checking References Ask for how they accomplished a goal and what role they played in the project

9. Checking References Ask for verification of years both worked together and verify the candidate’s title

10. Checking references Look for peers, subordinates, supervisors and customers in your contact group that worked with the candidate Ask each specific questions on roles, interpersonal skills, motivators, and stressors

11. Checking References Ask the reference if you may call them for follow-up info and for additional questions

12. Checking References Ask if they would re-hire the individual or work with them again: Why or Why not?

13. Checking References Confirm reasons they left

14. Checking References Verify salary, bonus and any awards they may have won

15. Checking References For sales professionals ask to speak to customers – did they “Walk the Talk” –verify, verify verify

16. Checking References Look at their LI homepage for references and follow-up with them

17. Checking References When talking to references always indicate information will be held confidential

18. Checking References Final step – Use outside Service to check DMV records, State & Federal Criminal records, Financial records