Giving References
Hello Lemonaders,
During a job search, one of the tools you should always carry with you is a Reference Letter, Letter of Recommendation and/or a List of References. This can definitely make the difference between you and a candidate without one. If your employer should choose to contact one of your references, remember:
1. Never give a name of a reference without letting them know first. No one likes to receive a ‘cold call’, especially one asking for a reference. If you give them time, they can prepare a nice ‘presentation’ about you.
2. Organize your references into categories so when the time comes, you know exactly which will work better for the position you are interviewing for.
3. You never know who the interviewer knows, so don’t burn bridges. Also, try and separate personal from business…i.e. Facebook and LinkedIn.
4. Make sure you provide all contact information in a simple manner. Name, title, company, phone number, email, etc. Obviously, ask your reference which contact method is most convenient for them.
5. Always thank your reference whether they were contacted or not.
Happy Thursday,
Johnny Lemonade
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It is also helpful if you provide a copy of the job posting or job description to your references so they know what to address specifically when giving you a rec. The more prepared they are, the better you will sound.
Jennifer Scott - www.hireeffect.com