


#REFERENCE TRACKER SHEET HOW TO#
It is also a good idea to give them a copy of your résumé and talk to them about the job you are seeking so they will know how to best represent you. More information is available on the DART site. Toss your tally sheets in the recycling bin, because DART makes the process of capturing and analyzing your reference data as easy as point and click. You should ALWAYS contact your references before including them on a reference sheet. DART is a web app for managing your library’s reference data. It is important to select individuals who know your distinctiveness so that they can provide a positive and accurate description of you to the employer or company in which you are seeking employment. Make sure to include people who know what type of person you are and who are familiar with your work. In any case, having a reference sheet will save you time later on during the interview process.

If you included a statement such as "References Available Upon Request" on your résumé, you should be able to produce a reference sheet as soon as one is requested. It is important to have a reference sheet because potential employers will often ask for a list of references they can contact. Past employers, professors, and advisors are the best professional references to have. The purpose of a reference sheet is to have a list of people who can verify and elaborate on your professional experience for a potential employer. This section details how to develop and format a reference sheet.
