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Relevance: choose referees who can speak directly to your qualifications for the specific job you’re applying for. Ideally, they should have observed your work in a relevant context
Professional relationships: where possible, opt for people with whom you’ve had a professional relationship. It is not recommended to use family members or close friends as references. Ideas include:
Former supervisors, Colleaguesolleagues, Clientsclients
Professors, Mentorsmentors
Past Landlordslandlords
Diversity: Aim for a mix of references, where possible. Include people who can vouch for different aspects of your abilities, such as technical skills, personality, teamwork , and leadership.
Positive attitude: Ensure your referees have a positive view of your work and would be willing to enthusiastically endorse your capabilities.
Permission: Always ask permission before listing someone as a reference and explain the role you’re applying for and why you believe they’d be a valuable reference.
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Remember, quality references can significantly enhance your chances of landing the job! |
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Follow up with a thank you note if the referee has provided a reference, whether it resulted in a job offer or not. |
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International experience references |
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You can absolutely use an international work experience reference! In fact, international experiences are a wonderful opportunity to highlight important transferable skills gained in the workplace that will apply to future employment opportunities. Book a Work Search work search appointment with a career advisor if you would like support in selecting the international references that will be most impactful for your application.
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