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what exactly is a work related reference?

hi, i was asked by a potential employer to provide 4 references. At least 2 of them have to be work related. Can someone please clarify what is an acceptable work reference/personal reference? I am planning to use my former manager, and a co-worker as work related references, and 2 friends as personal references. Also is there anything i should consider when choosing a reference? what types of questions do they generally ask references? i am applying for a bank job.

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1. your choices are fine. work related is what it is, work related. and same with the other references. looks like you got it right. and as for what you should look for? your good friends are the ones to put down, if there a good friend they will give good answers about you! and as for work related, your boss and superiors are the best. so yup, you got it all looks like. why do you have a question?
2. A work reference could be a supervisor, manager, or even a coworker. You might be able to use clients and customers as well. Personal reference would be someone who knows your character like a teacher, clergyman, or someone you know on a non-business level.