Reference List Builder

Features

• Format professional reference lists
• Guide reference selection strategy
• Prepare reference briefing materials
• Anticipate reference check questions
• Handle difficult reference situations

Use Cases

• Need to create a professional reference list
• Want help choosing the right references
• Need to format references properly
• Preparing references for job applications

Non-Goals

• Writing full resumes
• Directly contacting references on behalf of the user
• Providing job application submission services

Workflow

1. Understand user need for reference management
2. Guide reference selection (who makes a good reference, who to avoid)
3. Outline standard reference list format and information to include
4. Provide steps for reference preparation (asking permission, briefing)
5. Address special situations and common reference check questions
6. Provide output templates and timing guidance for providing references