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Writing your own reference

  • 10-10-2014 05:15PM
    #1
    jos28
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 7,259 ✭✭✭


    I'm being made redundant after a very long time with the same company and my boss has told me that I can write my own reference. It's a small company and I do all the admin including references etc. He reckons that I would have a better idea of what I need for future employers. Basically I will do the first draft and he will add his own contribution.
    I have no idea where to start, how can you be objective about yourself ?
    What are the essential things to include ? I know it's a great opportunity but I need help please.


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  • #2
    Mr. Loverman
    Closed Accounts Posts: 4,001 ✭✭✭Mr. Loverman


    jos28 wrote: »
    how can you be objective about yourself ?

    Why be objective?

    Write a glowing reference and let your boss edit it. She probably won't.


  • #3
    jos28
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 7,259 ✭✭✭jos28


    I like your style ;);)
    I used to writing bog standard ones for employees but I'm not sure what to put in my own. Do I confirm the details in my CV, state how competent I was etc


  • #4
    Mr. Loverman
    Closed Accounts Posts: 4,001 ✭✭✭Mr. Loverman


    Dates you worked there, you were great at your job, was given a lot of responsibility and produced great results, would definitely hire again.


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