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If you’re in the process of finding a new job or career change you’re in need of a Resume Reference Page!

Keep in mind while you’re writing your resume that though it can be complicated and nerve-wracking to develop, they are usually a lot easier to write than originally thought.  With that in mind, there are still many problems or complications that arise. For many resume writers that problem has to do with references.

Do not put references in your resume! Create a separate resume reference page -

Whether it states in the job announcement or if you asked in the interview – someone may ask for references… 

Typically references come in two different formats. These formats are personal references and professional references. You will find that many employers actually like to see a combination of them both.  Also, on average, most hiring companies like to see at least three references on their job applications and/or on the resume reference page.

Now that you know what many companies look for, in terms of references, you may want to start listing your references right away. While this approach is one that you can take, you may want to proceed with caution. As previously stated, one of the many mistakes that resume writers make involves their references.  Some of the most common mistakes, as well as ways to prevent those mistakes from happening, are outlined below for your convenience.

One of the biggest mistakes that a job seeker makes is not having a reference page prepared or available for an employer. If you’re sending out resumes you need to have a reference sheet available.  Should you fill out a job application and are asked to provide references, you will want to do so.  Omitting information on a job application may cause your application to be overlooked.

Another mistake that many job seekers make, in terms of their resume references, is not asking the person you use as a reference before you list them. In almost all cases, you will find that your references are checked.  That is why it is important that you ask each individual that you would like to have listed on a resume or a job application before officially listing them as a reference.  If you have already submitted your job application and resume, without asking first, you will want to let each individual know, as soon as possible, that you used them as a job reference and that they may be receiving a phone call.  This is important, as you do not want your references to be caught off guard, as it may impact their responses.

The above mentioned mistakes are common mistakes that many job seekers make when writing a resume for themselves. By keeping these common mistakes in mind, when creating a resume reference page you’ll be prepared when the employer calls.