The Resume: What Value Is There in References?.

Lorentz, Robert L.; And Others

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ERIC Number: EJ481096

Record Type: Journal

Publication Date: 1993

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The Resume: What Value Is There in References?

Lorentz, Robert L.; And Others

Journal of Technical Writing and Communication, v23 n4 p371-77 1993

Studies the helpfulness and value of references provided on resumes. Reports the results of a study of 228 personnel managers from top American companies. Shows that job applicants should not include references but should indicate that they are prepared to provide references when requested. Notes that references are of great importance in obtaining interviews and positions. (HB)

Descriptors: Business Correspondence, Higher Education, Job Applicants, Resumes (Personal), Technical Writing, Writing Instruction, Writing Research

Publication Type: Reports - Research; Journal Articles

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Language: English

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