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What would examples of good references to put in a job application?

I have never been employed and was wondering what would be good examples of references in my case? #jobs #job-search #first-job

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bridget’s Answer

Hi Kemi:


Teachers, School Administrators, Camp Counselors, adult family friends who are familiar with your goals and who know you well.


Good Luck!

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Clare’s Answer

Most employers require that your references are not immediate family members , such as your mother, father or siblings. Since it's your first job, you could use most people who know your work ethic, such as teachers or volunteer leaders.
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Ken’s Answer

Hi Kemi!


You might find this to be helpful
https://www.themuse.com/advice/dont-do-it-7-people-you-should-never-put-on-your-reference-list?utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=botw_20170122&utm_source=blueshift&utm_content=botw_20170122_a&bsft_eid=7ea8717b-2b6b-4653-b2a3-0d9ba44cc3b2&bsft_clkid=1106bce0-336f-417e-a2ba-ad87d13f8cc3&bsft_uid=54658fa1-0090-41fd-b88c-20a86c513a6c&bsft_mid=a43ea48f-9778-4181-8094-97a220886acc
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