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This way, you can have a list of references ready for an employer. If you need a letter of reference, ask the person as soon as possible, so they do not feel rushed.
College professors, coaches, or other advisors (especially if you're a recent college graduate or don't have a lengthy work history)
A former employer (the person who hired and paid you)
Former supervisor (this person may have trained you, overseen
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your work, provided you with role instruction or direction, dictated your day-to-day tasks, etc.)
Former coworkers
Clients (this could be something you do on your own, such as babysitting, dog walk, house-sit, etc. Or, it could be people to who you provide your professional services like landscaping work, dog grooming, etc.)
Volunteer organization leaders An excellent way to ask someone to be a reference is either by calling them or sending an email. Ask if they think they know you and/or your work well enough to speak about it and if they feel comfortable doing so. By asking ahead of time, you allow them to turn it down if they don't believe they can or don't have the time to speak to someone.
When someone agrees to be a reference, give them all the information they might need to provide you with a positive
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reference:
Provide them with an updated resume.
Tell them what kinds of jobs you are looking at, so they know what skills and experiences of yours they should highlight.
If you know a particular employer will contact your references, provide your references with information about the job and the employer.
If you need a letter of reference for a particular job, tell your reference all the necessary information about where to submit the letter and when the deadline is.