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The Power of Being Someone’s Professional Reference

Imagine unlocking a door to someone’s future with just a few words.

Mike Curtis
The You Design System
5 min readApr 6, 2024

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Your words could be someone’s next big break. Two people smiling.
Your words could be someone’s next big break.

A Small Act With Big Implications

Asking someone to be your reference might feel intimidating. You might worry about imposing on them or doubt whether they’ll have…

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Mike Curtis
The You Design System

Senior UX Designer / New articles weekly on design & self-improvement / Helping you design the "UX of You" / 22+ years in design, marketing, & sales.