How to Write a Reference Sheet With a Resume
When submitting your resume for a job, you will often be asked to provide a list of references. Some companies will ask that you include it with your resume before you even interview for the position. Just as you want your resume and cover letter to be professional, you will want your reference sheet to be. Your references can be an important part of the interviewing process and the difference between getting the job and not.
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Format your reference sheet like your resume. This makes it look professional and provides continuity with anything you're submitting. The more professional looking your submission materials are, the better chance you have of being contacted for an interview. Although the content is of prime importance, if it doesn't look professional, it won't matter.
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List your references in order so that your best references are first. Sometimes companies won't call all of your references, so you want to make sure that the one who will give the strongest recommendation is listed first. Along with the person's name and phone number, include the company's name and address and the position they held. Try to keep these references professional, such as former supervisors, managers or co-workers. Occasionally, a company may ask for personal references, but in most cases, professional ones are requested for employment. Three references are the standard but you can add more if requested to do so.
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Proofread the reference sheet. As with anything you submit in writing, you want to make sure there are no typos or grammatical errors. This can make all the difference in being considered for a position.
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Contact your references so they know you are listing them. It's always a good idea to let them know someone may be contacting them regarding a job so they can be prepared to give you a positive recommendation.
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