Tip #6: Recommendation Letters Chapman Services Group suggests that you ask your references to write a letter of recommendation. While you don’t have to use all of the letters of recommendation, you can sort through to see which ones you would like to add to your reference dossier. Be sure to give enough time and [...]
Tip #5: Up To Date Chapman Services Group suggests that you always keep your reference dossier up to date with your references current contact information. Providing incorrect information leaves a less than desirable impression so be sure to update your documents on a regular basis.
Tip #4: Planning Chapman Services Group suggests that you always plan ahead. If you are leaving a company, go ahead and ask for a written letter of recommendation from your manager or supervisor. This saves time later trying to track down past managers or colleagues that many have moved on. If you haven't done this [...]
Tip #3: Policies It’s important to know your company’s policies on giving employment references. Be sure you are aware of them before you give a formal reference. While some allow for only dates of employment, be sure that the references that you provide can give more than this to help create a stronger reference dossier.
Tip #2: Keep in Touch with Your Professional References Let your professional references know that you are using them and while you don’t have to keep in contact with them daily, it is important to keep the communication lines open. A promising career opportunity that you have applied for may opt to reach out to [...]
Tip #1: Who Should You Choose? At Chapman Services Group, we believe that having a reference dossier is an essential part of your portfolio. But how exactly do you know who to include and who you should omit? The first step is to create a list of professionals that you would like to include, have [...]
Tip #9 & 10: Wrapping It All Up Tip #9: Before you send your bio out or publish it on the web, it is important to review, edit and of course, publish. Tip #10: Build Your Online Profile! LinkedIn is one of the largest professional networks and you can use your bio in the summary [...]
Tip #8: Contact Details Are So ImportantWhen creating your bio, your contact information should always be included but you could go a step further and just tell your audience what your preferred method of contact is…for example…contact by email or LinkedIn and include the hyperlinks.
Tip #7: Personality is a MustJust because you are creating a professional biography does not mean that your personality cannot shine thru! Add some flavor to your bio by adding a bit of humor or ‘about you’ information that is interesting. I am pretty sure you have read words to this effect at the end [...]
Tip #6: Clearly State Your BusinessJust like a resume, you want to include your occupation and accomplishments in your bio early on. You want your audience to be hooked! Numbers are key here too! For example, if you are a sales professional then show off those numbers {increased sales by $5MM}…this is music to any [...]