References need not be checked because as one sales manager puts it, "Even the losers have three good references so I don't bother checking them."

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This statement is false. Checking references is an important step in the hiring process to ensure the candidate's qualifications and experience match what they have claimed. It is not safe to assume that every candidate will have three good references or that they will provide accurate information without verification.

References Need Not Be Checked Because as One Sales Manager