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On a Curriculum Vitae or CV, is it better to list referees or say 'available on request' or similar?

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1. available on request
2. I always go for available on request, just in case
3. I would say that carefully chosen referees reflect that you have taken time to consider that particular post. I would say list two. Onde should be your present/last employer and either another former employer or a former tutor or person who knows your abilities really well on a professional level.
4. It depends - if the references are good i.e. they are or appear to be impressive (people with good positions or credentials) then I would list them. This might get you in the 'yes' pile. If they aren nothing special then just go for 'on request' as you say. You could always list them and say underneath - further references available on request. That makes it look like you have nothing to hide and that you have lots of people who are happy to give you a good reference. Good luck!
5. I assume you mean References and not referees, unless you are doing a CV for some sporting job like coach or something? I have always been told that references should not be listed on the initial resume that the company receives, however you will want to keep a list of names handy in case you need to provide them on a form they ask you to fill out. Always make sure that you ask anyone you are using as a reference before using their name somewhere. You don't want that person to be surprised by a follow-up call by the employer and not be expecting the call. They may not know what to say, or may be upset that they were not told and not give a flattering review because of it. You also may want to use another person from your present work as a reference, and if the call comes through the switchboard and they leave you a message, your present employer may find out about it through the grapevine.
6. It depends whether your references are good or whether they are worse than spending a night in looking at urinal.com, wearing corduroy trousers, eating parsley and hot cross bun bread, drinking ginger beer and shouting at the top of your voice eeeeeeeeeeerrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrgggggggggggghhhhhhhhhhhhhh!?!?!?!?!?!?
7. If your referees have already given permission to use their names, then go ahead. It does look better. Otherwise, available on request.
8. Don't put specific names in because they may change or become unwilling, and you will have to keep updating it. Referees are usually only asked for when they are considering offering you the job, then you might want to nominate the most appropriate ones
9. My CV doesn't mention references at all. And it certainly hasn't stopped me getting job interviews. I would usually expect to offer that information on an application form, or when specifically asked for it. Application forms usually ask if the references can be taken up immediately, or specify that they will be taken up if you are shortlisted. Hope this helps
10. As an employer references 'available on request' always rings alarm bells to me. When faced with a pile of applicants I never interview those who seem reluctant to offer 2 x relevant referees. If this is your first job teachers etc are valid referees. good luck!
11. I was always advised to put at least 3 or 4 references and if you have more, put "available upon request." You always have to update and keep current, however.
12. If you've got nice t*ts you'll get the job anyway...