Choosing a reference for your resume

Do not choose a close personal friend. If you must choose a friend, choose a colleague that has worked with you on a specific project, or someone who is at least knowledgeable of the industry in which you are applying.

Your priest/rector may not be the most objective reference.

If you do not want your existing employers to be contacted for a reference then copy your most recent performance evaluation (providing it is complementary) as this may be used instead.

Take advantage of the free psychometric evaluations that are available on the Internet. These testing devices may provide additional insights into your strengths, areas of interests and motivation.

If your organization is going through a restructuring exercise; before you are sent home get a letter of recommendation from your immediate supervisor/manager.

WORKING FOR A PROMOTION

Below are some tips that may help you to get noticed in your office for that promotion.

Never Procrastinate
Always volunteer to take on additional duties; even when they seem lowly
Be the “go to” person; for ideas and the solution to technical and people problem solving
Offer to a mentor to new recruits
Offer to teach new recruits
Learn the functions of other areas of your department
Minimize your absenteeism
Read, read, read, trade journals, newspaper etc.
Always be well groomed and neat
Complete your assignments on or before they are due
If you’ve made a mistake or offended anyone, apologize sincerely and move on