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How a Reference Check Saved One Million Dollars
Lucas and Luna dig into the surprisingly high cost of a bad hire — and why a single phone call can be the difference between a great employee and a million-dollar mistake. Lucas shares a case study from a mid-size tech firm that almost hired a charismatic candidate who had fabricated his entire sales record. A thorough reference check uncovered the truth, saving the company over a million dollars in salary, training, and lost revenue. Luna pushes back on the idea that reference checks are outdated, arguing they're more important than ever in an age of polished LinkedIn profiles and…
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