Subject: Reference Check for Candidate's Name

Dear Reference's Name,

Thank you for agreeing to provide a reference for Candidate's Name. I would appreciate your responses to the following questions:

1. What was Candidate's Name's role at Company and what were their key responsibilities?
2. Can you provide an example of a significant accomplishment by Candidate's Name?
3. How would you describe Candidate's Name's strengths and areas for improvement?
4. Would you rehire Candidate's Name if given the opportunity?

Please feel free to add any additional comments that you think might be helpful.

Thank you for your time and insights.

Best regards,
%my.fullName%
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Subject: Follow-Up: Reference Check for Candidate's Name

Dear Reference's Name,

I hope this email finds you well. I wanted to follow up on my previous email regarding a reference check for Candidate's Name. Your insights into Candidate's Name's qualifications and experience would be greatly appreciated and would assist us in making an informed hiring decision.

Could you please let me know a convenient time for a brief conversation, or feel free to respond to the previous email at your earliest convenience.

Thank you for your time.

Best regards,
%my.fullName%
Your Contact Information

Subject: Reference Check for Candidate's Name

Dear Reference's Name,

I am a recruiter from Your Company and I am currently in the process of considering Candidate's Name for a position in our company. You have been listed as a reference and I would appreciate the opportunity to discuss Candidate's Name's qualifications and experience with you. Could you please let me know a convenient time for a brief conversation?

Thank you for your time.

Best regards,
%my.fullName%
Your Contact Information

Hello Reference's Name,

Thank you for taking the time to discuss Candidate's Name's qualifications and experience. I have a few questions:

1. What was Candidate's Name's role at Company?
2. Can you describe their key responsibilities?
3. How did Candidate's Name perform in these areas?
4. Can you provide an example of a significant accomplishment by Candidate's Name?
5. How would you describe Candidate's Name's strengths and areas for improvement?
6. Would you rehire Candidate's Name if given the opportunity?

Is there anything else you would like to add?

Thank you for your insights.

Best regards,
%my.fullName%