How to Choose Job References (2013)

The right reference can be the determining factor between whether or not you get an offer. Unfortunately, the right choice isn't always obvious. Cat's got tips to help you brainstorm the possibilities and make the best selection for each situation.
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[@Chewpamiverrga]

What if I never worked and it's my first job? Help plez

[@jesseaviman]

Great advice here!

[@abdugafordavlatov2317]

what she said ?? did not understand anything

[@am10231]

What is a reference??

[@daynaholgate4839]

Why is a volentering job asking for references?

[@seemakadian7613]

Thankyou

[@gio957]

Just be careful about giving people's personal information, references can be used to generate business leads, sales spam, I wouldn't want to be bombarded with an unsolicited call. Do try and protect the people who volunteered to serve as your references. Learned that the hard way.

[@funnykids9347]

I live in Africa and I'm trying to go back to America... how do I deal with that