Most references are official. Backchannel references are different.


In this episode, Lewis Maleh explores the reality of informal references in executive hiring, why they happen, and why hiring managers should be careful not to let a single opinion outweigh the evidence.


He discusses:

  • What backchannel references are
  • Why they happen in executive search
  • How much weight hiring managers should give them
  • Why context matters before making a hiring decision
  • What candidates should understand about professional reputation


🎙️ Espresso with Lewis — practical leadership insights, no fluff.


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