I just finished an interview with the manager at a Marie's Calendar resteraunt. I think pretty much liked the fact that I was willing to work as a bus boy and work weekends and holidays. However I do not have any previous jobs for experience so she said I should have two people write me a letter of recommendation. Who should I have write me the letter?
2007-05-31 11:16:21 · 10 answers · asked by Ray V 3 in Business & Finance ➔ Careers & Employment ➔ Other - Careers & Employment
The best people to do that are your current boss, professors or teachers, people who are in power.
But if you didn't kiss their butts enough times before and they refuse to write that you're responsible and a good worker, then the next best choices are TA, co-workers.
Next best choices after that are friends, neighbors, parents, brothers and sisters.
What you don't want is have a boss write a letter, and he or she said something bad about you. You get my drift.
2007-05-31 11:34:21 · answer #1 · answered by Ace H 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
If you are in the UK... or assuming rules are similar to the UK's... you cannot say anything overtly negative about an employee in a reference, as this can give them grounds to sue. For example, an employee of an organisation was caught fiddling the petty cash. He decided to jump before he was pushed and applied for another job. The Chief Exec stated the facts in the reference and was sued for libel, as nothing had been proved (even disciplinary action or termination of employment for their behaviour doesn't constitute legal proof of misdemeanour). The worst reference one can give is a statement of the period of service and the sickness record and pretty much nothing else. Others read this as a bad reference. A good reference includes positive statements about their skills and abilities and usually states that you would employ this person again. Even worse is a refusal to give a reference, which automatically implies you cannot say anything good about them so are unable to say anything at all. Whether you put anything other than the bare facts depends on whether you think they deserve the job and will be someone the organisation would want working for them.
2016-04-01 07:45:43 · answer #2 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Employers need to verify the accuracy of the information you give them as much as learn about your character and work habits, so they can make good hiring decisions. Anyone who knows your character regarding your work habits, responsibility, dependability, etc., and is willing to put their personal stamp of approval would be a good reference for you. It should NOT be a relative, and if you know anyone in business, as was suggested, that would probably earn you brownie points. If you've ever helped out with church activities, school activities, babysitting or odd jobs, volunteer, etc. (especially if it was over a period of time as opposed to a one-day event), you should have a pool of candidates.
2007-05-31 11:58:17 · answer #3 · answered by busymom 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
The best would be if one of your teachers would write one for you, if you have been a good student I think they would be more than happy to oblige. A friend of the family that knows you and is in business would also be a great reference. Good luck to you, and your new job
2007-05-31 11:37:09 · answer #4 · answered by Pengy 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I would suggest a pastor, a teacher or guidance counselor. Even a neighbor who you have known for quite a while could vouch for you. If you have mowed lawns, babysat, washed cars, delivered newspapers, etc., these former employers could also vouch for you. Family members are usually not considered to give references.
2007-05-31 11:25:48 · answer #5 · answered by conni 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
A former teacher. If you go to church, your pastor or youth pastor. A neighbor who's known you for a long time. Pretty much anyone who has known you for a long time but is not closely related to you.
2007-05-31 11:51:27 · answer #6 · answered by Judy 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
What the first responder said, and I'll add to exclude family members. Recommendations from family are very rarely accepted.
2007-05-31 11:23:09 · answer #7 · answered by Brian G 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I would recommend one letter from your teacher or someone from the school. Get another from your Pastor of your church.
2007-05-31 11:21:31 · answer #8 · answered by dango46 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Ask someone who knows you who it not a relative, like a minister or teacher would be great.
2007-05-31 11:44:00 · answer #9 · answered by Sharon S 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Someone who has known you for more than 1 year and Clergy man(priest or minister) or Principal or your High School(a teacher perhaps).....................
2007-05-31 11:20:32 · answer #10 · answered by stuffyluvbug 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋