Asking for a Reference

Asking for a Reference
Who and how to ask for a letter of recommendation and what you can do to help your reference writer.

References - Will They or Won't They?
Will prospective employers check your references, if so, what can they say?

Reference Letter Sample Requesting Permission to Use a Reference
Reference letter sample requesting permission to use a reference and asking for job search help.

Character and Personal Reference Letters
Looking for your first job? Concerned about the references your employer might give you? Consider using a character reference (personal reference) in addition to or as an alternative to employment reference letters.

How to Ask a Professor for a Reference Letter
Step-by-step instructions for students requesting a reference letter.

How to Ask for a Letter of Recommendation
How to ask for a letter of recommendation.

Selecting References
Proper selection is the key to listing references.

Asking for a Recommendation Letter
Who and how to ask for a letter of recommendation.