Reference sheet maker

A separate page listing your referees, styled to match your CV. Send it when an employer asks — not with the first application.

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Referees

Two or three is the norm. A manager is worth more than a friend.

Ask each person first. A referee who is called without warning may say nothing useful — or nothing at all. Tell them which job you applied for so they can prepare.

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A separate references page

References do not belong on the CV itself — they go on a separate sheet you hand over when asked. This builds one that matches your CV's header, with each referee's name, position, company, contact details and how they know you. Ask each person before you list them, and tell them which job you applied for.

Guides

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