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04-11-2011, 01:09 PM
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How do you guys go about doing this? The last time I talked to my previous manager was over 6 months ago, I'm not sure if I should call or just email him asking if it's still cool for him to act as my reference (and to expect some calls in the near future). What's the procedure? Thanks.
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04-11-2011, 01:22 PM
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depends how much you value having him/her as a reference.
face to face > phone > email
if you've got a long list of people that could be your reference, i'd just email. but with only one, i'd go the extra mile and just pay him a visit. not sure if this rings true for eveyone else, but it's always easier for me to turn someone down in an email.
also, references don't always have to be from a manager or supervisor. a colleague will work just as fine cause all they have to prove is that you've worked there before.
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04-11-2011, 01:29 PM
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I usually call my most recent references and give them the heads up, it's a good time to touch base with them and be warm and remind them of all the qualities I want them to tell my prospective employer about.
^ +1 too. I have often used peers as references and depending on what position you're applying for, I've also used people who worked for me before. This is very useful when applying for management jobs when they want to know what sort of manager/supervisor you'll be and not often something people do.
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04-11-2011, 11:07 PM
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Always contact your references to let them know ahead of time and make sure there is a way for your employer to contact them! One of my managers from a previous job was willing to be my reference but when an employer tried to contact them she didn't reply...
Choose the reliable ones and if you are all out of options, pick friends that know you well and are good with words.
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04-12-2011, 03:24 PM
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Always give htem a heads up and please please please call them, the last thing you want is like Oh, johnny who? you were one of 300 people I supervise.... etc... it would be embarrassing.
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04-12-2011, 03:30 PM
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+ provide your references with a copy of your resume. They have a document in hand that can be read beforehand and can be referenced to while they are talking to HR personel.
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05-03-2011, 11:08 PM
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When I'm working any job I'm already being nice to everyone and deciding who my references will be. Then I just ask those ones, and have the list.
The big one is to make sure they know BEFORE you leave, and that you're already cordial. That way once you're out looking again, all you need to do is give 'em a quick phone call (beats email) every once in a while, or a heads-up before an upcoming interview.
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