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Ive been reading about references & most books say list anywhere from 3 - 5 references. Ive had 2 long term jobs, so in this case what do i do just list the 2 references from both companies? or will 2 references look bad on a reference sheet. Any suggestions welcome.

Thank you

lexa10881 · Posted: Thu Feb 28, 2008 4:48 am Post subject:

Three to five references is standard, and what you might do is get a reference from a coworker and from a superior at each of your previous jobs. That will give you four and maybe help provide a better, more well rounded picture of who you are to the prospective employer.

http://www.cvtips.com/resume_references.html

cv · Posted: Thu Feb 28, 2008 5:49 am Post subject:

For formal qualifications, you'll need to check out some technical colleges, short course, etc. to build up a portfolio of employer-standard results.

The trouble with online tests is that they usually don't have accreditation, which is an across the board requirement.

You're on the right track, though, with your comment about identifying weak points. You cannot approach an employer in IT or anything related to IT, with holes in the skills. It automatically downgrades you.

NOTE: Business software often relates to specific packages like MYOB, and the required skill levels are quite high.

Suggest check out jobs that interest you, contact employers, and ask about the sort of qualifications and skill levels they want with their software.

What you can put in your CV is the first real information an employer will get about your skills. It's literally all they have to work with. You need to demonstrate proficiency, and you'll probably get screening tests, too.

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