If you are applying for a job how do you decide who is the best recommender?
Consider that your potential employer is seeking evidence that you are the right fit for the job therefore the IDEAL reference is your supervisor who will describe your ability and record for excellent performance in a position similar to the one you are applying for.
The next best person is someone who can describe your skills and abilities that are similar to those required for the position, even if the work you did is in a different field.
An example might be your ability to organize and manage details that you demonstrated in an administrative position when you are applying for an event planner position.
To insure the best recommendations make sure to:
- Contact your reference and confirm their willingness to provide a positive reference
- Provide the job description and a short statement about why this job is exciting for you and the key skills you want to emphasize
- Make sure to remind your reference who you are in case it is a past job
How do you apply for a new job and not let your current employer know? Who can be a reference?
Keep following the blog to find out!