<ul data-eligibleForWebStory="true"><li>A reader conducted a reference check for a candidate and encountered a strange situation where the listed reference initially seemed unprofessional, only to provide a glowing review later.</li><li>The candidate quit suddenly via email two weeks after starting the job, prompting the reader to question the authenticity of the reference.</li><li>The reader is puzzled about whether the candidate provided a fake reference or if there was a misunderstanding during the vetting process.</li><li>The full story and related advice can be found on Inc., where the reader's query is explored in depth.</li></ul>

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