Reducing employee turnover begins during the interview process. If the candidate’s resume shows several long stints with previous employers and the candidate has solid references, this person is probably a good bet. If the candidate has several short term jobs, this is not necessarily a bad sign. Young people, particularly teenagers, may have several jobs of short duration through no fault of their own. Check references to see if the individual is dependable and productive. If so, giving them a chance can work for you, gaining a loyal employee. You must also provide incentives to your employees that encourage them to stay.