REFERENCES

You must prepare a list of references on a separated sheet of paper. Here is what you have to do first concerning that list :

• Choose people who have influence and who can help you get the job (ex.; teachers, previous employers, someone who supervised your volunteer work, etc.)

• Telephone these people to verify if you can use their name as a reference. This important conversation will also allow them to be more prepared when a potential employer calls them to discuss about your skills and strengths.

• Ask them at which number they want to be reached.

• Information to write on the reference list : a) name, b) title of the person, c) work place, d) city and province, e) telephone number (s) ( indicate clearly : home and/or work).

• Avoid using a close relative as a reference.