How To Ask Someone To Be Your Reference

Question 1

What information should you give your references after listing them on a job application? (Select all that apply):

Accepted Answer

Your cover letter, Information about the job you applied to, Your resume

Question 2

Who shouldn't be on your reference list?

Accepted Answer

Friends and classmates

Question 3

You should list a family member as a reference only if you've worked with them in a professional setting.

Accepted Answer

True

Question 4

What information do you need from your references to give to employers? (Select all that apply):

Accepted Answer

Phone number, First and last name, Email address, Job title and company name

Question 5

You don't need to give someone a head's up if you list them as a reference.

Accepted Answer

False

Question 6

The key to choosing strong references is to choose people who will ____.

Accepted Answer

Speak positively to your skills & ability to do the job.

Questions 6