When you're in the job market, it's important to make yourself stand out from the pack and get noticed by potential employers. One way to do this is by providing a personal reference page with your resume. Employers will see that you are able to provide a list of people who would recommend you for the position. It also saves them the time of requesting this list.

Start a new page. Avoid adding your references to the same page as your resume. Your references should be listed on a separate page from the rest of your resume.

Gather references. Try to include at least three personal references and three professional references. Personal references are usually people who can speak about your character and work ethic, such as a co-worker or fellow volunteer. A professional reference is usually someone you've worked for or under. In other words, someone who has supervised you in some way. Don't use family members or friends on your reference page.

Ask each reference for permission to add him to your reference page before doing so. When you do this, verify each reference's contact information. You can also take this time as an opportunity to let each reference know the type of job you're applying for and what skills or traits you prefer be emphasized to a potential employer.

List professional references. Add each person's name, occupation, company, business address, phone number and email address at the top of your references list. Professional references who work in the same field you're applying in are usually best.

List personal references. Include each person's name, title, address, phone number, email address and your relationship. But be sure to use discretion. Only include a job title or your relationship to the person if it will benefit you. Also, be sure each personal reference has an appropriate email address before adding it.