Upcoming interview, question:

[kick-ass-bob]

Do you go in with your references in hand, or do you wait and provide them later (email or something) if they ask for them?

[Midlodemocrat]

1. Wait and provide them later.

Unless the reference is from like, God or somebody big.

[Lavender Brown]

2. I always send them first with my resume when applying,

but also bring several copies to the interview.

[EstimatedProphet]

3. Wait, and provide them if they ask, or steer them towards asking

[GOPisEvil]

4. I'd always bring them with me.

If they ask, you're prepared, if not, it's not a big deal.

[kick-ass-bob]

6. But that means I have to line them up before hand...

and I'd rather not tell my current boss unless absolutely necessary.

She would FREAK. OUT.

[GOPisEvil]

9. Ahhhhhhh...I see.

Now that is a conundrum.

[dr.strangelove]

5. I like it when I am given them by the candidate

It shows initiative and that he/she is well prepared. I also always call at least two of the references, so make sure you give them a heads up to expect a call.

[kick-ass-bob]

7. See, I never cared (as the interviewer).

Hence, my question.

Thanks.

[rbnyc]

8. Be prepared.

Have them ready. If you're asked, produce them--show you are prepared and can anticipate what's needed.

Usually they tell you up front what you're required to submit with your resume and/or application.