Laura Said:

HELP,how do I get my references to keep writing me reference letters?

We Answered:

The best way would be to get them to write you a letter of reference, make copies of it, and then have them sign each copy (assuming you need original signatures on each one). Otherwise, just get the original letter and make copies of it. You should always keep at least one original for your records and if you should ever need it.

Jeff Said:

Should I send my written reference letters along with my resume?

We Answered:

If they're asking for your resume and references, then I'd keep on sending copies of those letters. You don't want to seem full of yourself, no, but this may be the only opportunity you get to show the new potential employer that the people you worked for in the past were really happy with you. The worst thing that can happen is that they don't get read.
I'd be happy to proofread your resume. It's the most important part, because it's your 'first impression' that counts the most.

Shirley Said:

I was told by HR that its their policy not to allow managers to write reference letters?

We Answered:

Because of potential discrimination lawsuits by ex-employees, very few companies write more than name, title and confirmation that the person actually worked for them. This has been the case for at least a decade. You can ask your manager to write something along those lines. Most hiring companies only call to verify employment anyway, so it doesn't really matter what your manager writes.

Tommy Said:

HELP,how do I get my references to NOT GET BORED and keep writing me reference letters?

We Answered:

If you're a college graduate, your university probably has an office dedicated to student career services. This office can keep your reference letters on file and send them to prospective employers (or to graduate schools, depending on your career goals). The fee is pretty minimal and will prevent your referees from doing more work than the standard number of recommendations (usually no more than three to five letters).

If you are not working with such a mediating service, then I suggest sending addressed and stamped envelopes to each of your referees so that they don't have to go through the same process every time you need a reference. Be careful with photocopying your letters; some employers won't accept anything except the original letter.

Finally, make sure you are thanking your referees each time they send a letter. The reference process is time-consuming and an often thankless job.

Good luck with your quest!