From the course: How to Leverage References, Recommendations, and Referrals to Advance Your Career
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How to ask for a reference
From the course: How to Leverage References, Recommendations, and Referrals to Advance Your Career
How to ask for a reference
- Remember, references are all about your past work experience. So the first thing you need to do is to jog the memory of the person that you're reaching out to. Keep things professional by reaching out via email. Don't slide into anyone's DMs or ask for this via text, since those can easily get lost in the shuffle. Make the request professionally via email or a phone call. Next, provide some context about the reference. You need to make it crystal clear what you need from them. For example, you could say, "I already have my former "Legal advisor vouching for me "in terms of my public speaking abilities. "But I really love for you to emphasize "my strong writing and analytical skills. "Is that something you'd be open to?" It's also a good idea to share why you ask for their support. For instance, you might say, "My biggest concern "is that the hiring manager will think I'm too young "to step into this leadership role. "So…
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