The first few weeks after you leave your job are a whirlwind of activity. But when things start to get quiet, you need to take smart, steady action to keep you from going into a tailspin.

By J. Larry Tyler, FACHE, FHFMA, CMPE, Master Career Coach for Senior Players

In today’s competitive job market, a good reference is more valuable than ever. But preparing a reference list needs to be done right, or you could end up hurting your chances of landing the job, rather than helping.