Should I Include My References on the CV/Resume? #resume #resumetips #references #cv #cvtips
Channel: Elevation Career Asia
Date: 30/01/2024

There is absolutely no need to include your references' actual name and contact information in the resume. 

In fact, you should not do so. You don't want potential employers, recruiters, or anyone else reading your CV to contact your references at their own discretion for whatever reason. 

This approach does not respect your reference's time, attention, and personal boundaries, and it may catch them off-guard or unprepared. 

The appropriate time to provide your references is at the end of the interview process when the employer specifically asks for them. 

Before offering your references' information, always check with each reference. 

Ask them if they are comfortable with this request for a particular company and ensure they will speak positively about your contribution and work ethic.

Remember, previous contacts you can trust to speak highly of you are valuable assets in your job search, and handling their information respectfully and strategically is essential.