A lot of
new job-seekers wonder when to submit their reference page to a new employer.
Here’s the scoop: Prepare a new page -
and entitle it "References" - so that this title appears below the
same letterhead used for your resume and cover letter. Ask each person for permission to list their
name and contact information. When you get their approval, type their first
name, their job title, their phone number, and their email address. Two work-related references and one personal
listing are acceptable. For the personal
listing, ask someone who is reachable during the daytime by phone.
If you
haven’t worked before, ask your academic instructors to provide a short letter
of reference. For the self-employed, ask clients to write a testimonial quote
or a letter; as well, ask someone to be available so they can speak on the
phone - either with an employer or a recruiter.
You can
include a sentence or two (see Example 1 below) illustrating what that person
knows about you.
Example 1:
Work
Related:
Bill Cohen,
Head Principal, North York College
416-555-5555
Known for team building, training and
evaluating promotions.
Personal:
Geraldine
Clairview, Paralegal
905-555-5555
A friend who has attended - and observed - how
I have coordinated Showcase Celebrations and Holiday Gift Shows at various
locations in Toronto, Ontario.
Alternatively,
you may set up the page in a three-column format with the individual’s name and
company at the left margin. The middle
column would feature their contact information and details. In the right column should contain a
description providing a short summary of your achievements and results. Then,
record what this person listed knows what you have done.
Example #2:
Work Related:
Pearl Armstrong, Manager
ABC Medical
Manager at
ABC Medical. Can confirm that I ranked Number
One in selling assistive devices to seniors for five years in a row. Marketed unique strategies that contributed
to company growth. Will verify that I
persevere in every assignment from beginning to end.
Next:
Take a copy
of the reference page and offer it to the interviewer at the end of your
interview. He/she may have either asked for it or may suggest you bring it with
to the second interview. Each situation is different.
Find out
how you may land more interviews by contacting Karen Shane for a resume designed
to garner action and results. She knows
what employers need to see in your resume and cover letter. Karen Shane, 416-226-0460. You may email your existing resume and a job
posting (if you have one) for a quote to: shaneresumes@gmail.com. Since 1994, Karen Shane at Business Writing and Resumes has been
preparing effective documents that enable clients to find employment. She also
offers one hour career counselling.
Karen Shane is a Certified Professional Resume
Writer (CPRW) and Certified Resume Strategist (CRS), located in Toronto,
Ontario near the Finch Subway. She
offers 20 years of experience preparing resumes, cover letters, reference
lists, and thank-you letters for a wide range of industries that include - but
are not limited to – healthcare (PSW,
lab technician, nurses), finance, food and beverage, customer service, the
trades, driving, construction, property management, and writes for Human
Resources Managers, Sales and Marketing Representatives, and executives. http://www.shane-resumes.com
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