Job Hunt References Quiz

Why are teachers and professors a good choice for references?

• They are familiar with how you work in industry-specific situations

• They are not recognized by potential employers

• They have a lot of workplace experience

• They are always available to provide references

What is a great thing to include on your resume and can provide valuable references?

• Personal hobbies

• Workplace conflicts

• Extracurricular activities

• Social media presence

Why is it important to ask your references before giving their contact details to a stranger?

• To show them gratitude

• To make sure they have workplace experience

• To avoid getting surprised or annoyed

• To ensure they are comfortable providing a reference

What should you do before an employer asks you to provide references?

• Include your references in the initial job application

• Provide references without asking them first

• Wait for the employer to request references

• Ask your references early and have them prepared

How should you phrase your question when asking someone to be your reference?

• Don't provide any details about the reference

• Tell them exactly what to say to potential employers

• Ask them if they are comfortable recommending you to potential employers

• Ask them to write a reference letter immediately

What should you do to make it easier for your references to recommend you?

• Provide a long list of your achievements

• Include two or three things they could mention to potential employers

• Don't remind them of anything

• Tell them exactly what to say to potential employers

What should you do once someone has acted as your reference?

• Send them a text message

• Ignore them

• Thank them

• Ask for more references

What is the best way to show gratitude to your references?

• Send them a text message

• Give them a call or send an email

• Ignore them

• Ask for more references

Why is it important to include at least one workplace reference?

• Because work supervisors can provide valuable references about your professionalism and conduct

• Because it's the only type of reference that matters

• Because it's easier to get workplace references

• Because it's a requirement by law

What can extracurricular supervisors provide references about?

• Your academic performance

• Your workplace experience

• Your professional reputation

• Your teamwork and interpersonal skills