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Reference Check Phone Script

Standardized phone script for verbal reference checks.

Updated 15d ago
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{{company_name}}

{{company_address}}

Phone: {{phone}} | Email: {{email}} | Web: {{website}}

Introduction

"Hello, my name is {{manager_name}} from {{company_name}}. {{employee_name}} has applied for a position with us and listed you as a reference. Do you have a few minutes to speak?"

Verification

  1. Confirm relationship and dates worked together.
  2. Confirm position(s) held by the candidate.
  3. Confirm reason for separation.

Performance Questions

  1. What were their main strengths?
  2. Areas where they could improve?
  3. How do they respond to feedback?
  4. How do they collaborate within a team?
  5. Would you rehire them?

Closing

"Thank you very much for your time. Your feedback is treated in confidence."

Notes

QuestionResponse
SignatureDate
{{employee_name}}____________________{{date}}

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