A former colleague, who was unjustly fired and needs a reference to get back on their feet, asks me to exaggerate their skills and accomplishments; do I lie to help them or give an honest, unhelpful assessment?
Oscar Christiansen
Exaggerate for them
11 votes (18%)
Give glowing reference
21 votes (34%)
Give honest, fair reference
15 votes (25%)
Decline reference request
14 votes (23%)
61 votes total • Created 2/4/2026
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