reference-list-builder

Topics in the source

• Reference List Builder
• When to Use This Skill
• Core Capabilities
• Reference Strategy
• Who Makes a Good Reference?
• Who to Avoid
• Reference List Format
• Standard Format

Use this skill when the user: Needs to create a professional reference list Wants help choosing the right references Needs to format references properly Is preparing references for job applications Mentions: "references", "reference list", "professional references", "reference check" Format professional reference lists Guide reference selection strategy Prepare reference briefing materials Anticipate reference check questions Handle difficult reference situations Coordinate reference outreach Ideal References: Former direct managers (most important) Senior colleagues who observed your work Cross-functional partners Clients or customers Direct reports (for leadership roles) Professors or advisors (for recent graduates) Reference Hierarchy: 1. Most Valuable: Recent direct supervisor 2. Very Valuable: Senior leaders who know your work 3. Valuable: Peers and cross-functional partners 4. Acceptable: Clients, vendors, professors 5. Avoid: Friends, family, HR contacts only ❌ Current employer (without permission) ❌ People who barely know you ❌ References from 10+ years ago only ❌ Personal friends (unless specified) ❌ People who might give lukewarm feedback ❌ Anyone you haven't contacted in

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