Checking References That Were Not Provided | NoBSJobSearchAdvice.com

EP1344 Is it normal and ethical for a potential employer to contact my ex-coworkers to ask about my work even though they are not the references that I had provided? ABOUT JEFF ALTMAN, THE BIG GAME HUNTER Jeff Altman, The Big Game Hunter is a career and leadership coach who worked as a recruiter for more than 40 years. He is the host of “No BS Job Search Advice Radio,” the #1 podcast in iTunes for job search with more than 1200 episodes and “No BS Coaching Advice.” He is a member of The Forbes Coaches Council. Are you interested in 1:1 coaching, interview coaching, advice about networking more effectively, how to negotiate your offer or leadership coaching? Connect with me on LinkedIn. Then message me to schedule an initial complimentary session. If you have questions for me, call me through the Magnifi app for iOS (video) or PrestoExperts.com (phone) JobSearchCoachingHQ.com offers great advice for job hunters PLUS a community for you to ask questions of PLUS the ability to ask me questions where I function as your ally with no conflict of interest answering your questions.   Connect with me on LinkedIn. Join and attend my classes on Skillshare. Become a premium member and get 2 months free. Join Career Angles on Facebook and receive support, ideas and advice in your current career and job.