Prompt · Hiring

Reference Check Playbook

A 20-minute reference guide that goes deeper than 'would you rehire them.'

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candidate namerole titleteam context / the hiring manager's management stylewhat they'll actually be doing day to day

Your prompt

Write a 20-minute reference check guide for [candidate name], a finalist for [role title].

Include:
- An opener that sets a candid, confidential tone
- 8 questions that go deeper than 'would you rehire them', probe actual working style, growth areas, and what kind of manager brings out their best
- 2 questions tailored to [team context / the hiring manager's management style]
- How to interpret vague, evasive, or overly glowing answers
- A simple scoring sheet
- A closing script: 'Is there anything I didn't ask that I should know?'

Role context: [what they'll actually be doing day to day]

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