I once again came across the information about a company that will check your references on a confidential bases to see what they are saying about you. Here is the information:
“CAREER THOUGHT LEADERS (CTL), NEWS & EVENTS
Allison & Taylor and JobReferences.com have joined Career Thought Leaders as a Promotional Associate Organization! They offer a beneficial service to job-seekers. Allison & Taylor and its principals have been in the business of checking references for corporations and individuals since 1984. They are highly acclaimed by employers, employees and the media alike. Compliments and mentions from influential publications and writers at The Wall Street Journal, Christian Science Monitor, The New York Times, Workplace Bullying Institute, ABC Newswire, Forbes, USA Today, Hcareers, Fortune and MyFox News provide insight into their services.”