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Although some companies will hire people without references, having them certainly increases your chances of obtaining a job. Just list three people you used to work with (three friends, three relatives). I wouldn't use brothers, sisters or parents but if that is all the family you have, that will work. Anyone will work, it doesn't have to be former co-workers or bosses.

Some good references are: a minister, a former teacher, a person from a club you were in or someone you worked with in a volunteer program, a neighbor who has known you for a while, a local politician whom knows you, a business owner you have dealt with, a bank officer at the bank you use or someone whom you served with in the military or a former commanding officer.

Remember, don't use anyone as a reference without obtaining their permission first!

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15y ago

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