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[quote=Anonymous]During my nanny search, I found that many parents would ask for references before even having a phone interview or in person interview with me. I feel this is very inappropriate to ask for an individual’s references before even hearing their voice on the phone. This typically is not the case at any other job.

For one, my references are 99% fellow working parents with small children. Therefore, they’re busy. They do not have time to give references to people that I may not even mesh well with. It’s best to establish if the job is mutually a fit for all BEFORE bothering my references

Two, unfortunately nannies are huge targets of scammers and sex traffickers. Back in my younger days, I had a “dad” tell me to come to his home for an interview to meet his wife and kids. Something in my gut told me things were off, so I brought my sister in law with. Turns out the creep didn’t have any kids, and was just looking for companionship. What if I would’ve exposed my old bosses phone numbers and information to this creep if I hadn’t met him BEFORE giving out my references?

Long story short, if a nanny candidate is uncomfortable giving you references before you all chat via phone or meet, there’s probably a good reason and you shouldn’t rule her out.

I know hearing reviews and references is important, but let’s remember to be realistic.[/quote]

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