John's Recommendation Dilemma

Easy Cfa Institute Code And Standards Responsibilities - Conduct

As a CFA charterholder, John is approached by a former colleague who worked at a different firm. The colleague is looking to secure a job at John's firm and asks John for a recommendation. John is aware of some questionable practices that his colleague engaged in at their previous job, but he feels pressured to provide a glowing reference to help a friend. Which of the following actions should John take to adhere to the CFA Institute Code and Standards regarding conduct?

John should provide a reference but only mention the positive aspects of his colleague's work.

John should decline to provide any reference, focusing on his obligation to act with integrity.

John should provide a balanced reference that includes both strengths and weaknesses.

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