If you’ve ever applied to a professional job, college or grad school you know—references are a must-have. Personally, I dreaded asking for them until grad school when I realized: everyone has to ask for them and writing them is par for the course for professors, advisers and employers. So there is no shame in asking! Not only that, you are much more likely to get a “yes” than a no. Wherever you are in your school or professional career, here’s a little go-to list on handling references and letters of recommendation:
• Make a list of the employers, supervisors, professors, advisers, customers, coworkers or business associates who know you and who you think would write a good recommendation for you (or be a good phone reference). Choosing people who will have specific, positive information about you and who are able to write clearly and correctly is key. • B
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