Q&A: Is it wise to use a reference who will provide a "fair and balanced" opinion?

Question by extremelypissedoffallthetime: Is it wise to use a reference who will provide a "fair and balanced" opinion?
I need serious advice relating to job references. All my job references are "glowing", except for one - my most recent position. It was the most difficult position I have ever had; there was a lot to learn in the span of my three month contract with the company. I did learn a lot but I guess I lacked highly developed organizational and time management skills (I had these

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