Name of person you are writing this reference about
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First Name
Last Name
Your Name
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First Name
Last Name
How long have you known the applicant? And in what relationship?
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How well do you know the applicant?
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Very well
Well
Not very well
Almost not at all
Please rate the candidate by circling one or more items under each of the headings below. If you wish, use the comment space at the end of this section to describe briefly and concretely specific instances, which support or interpret your judgment. Do not circle items of which you feel uncertain or in which you have had no opportunity to observe the applicant.
Physical Condition
Frequently incapacitated
Somewhat below par
Fairly healthy
Good health
Sociability or friendliness
Avoided by others
Tolerated by others
Liked by others
Well-liked by others
Sought by others
Intelligence
Learns and thinks slowly
Average mental ability
Alert; has a good mind
Brilliant; exceptional capacity
Achievement (ability to formulate, execute, and carry plans to conclusion)
Does only what is assigned
Starts but does not finish
Meets average expectations
Resourceful and effective
Superior creative ability
Leadership (ability to inspire others and maintain their confidence)
Makes no effort to lead
Tries but lacks ability
Has some leadership promise
Good leadership ability
Unusual ability to lead
Teamwork (ability to work with others)
Frequently causes friction
Prefers to work alone
Usually cooperative
Able to work with those of different personality or temperament
Most effective in teamwork
Responsiveness (to the feelings and needs of others)
Slow to sense how others feel
Reasonably responsive
Understanding and thoughtful
Responds with unusual insight and consideration
Emotional adjustment
Yields to urges or cravings
Tense, fearful, worried
Easily angered, easily frustrated
Downhearted, depressed
Maintains balance, self-controlled
Teachability
Option One
Rigid, argumentative
Highly opinionated
Open-minded
Willing to receive instruction
Eager to receive instruction
Perseverance (in completing task)
Gives up easily or easily discouraged
Needs encouragement to persevere
Persists in most circumstances
Persists even under adversity
Self-image
Insecure
Inferiority complex
Self-confident
May be prone to boast
Modest, true estimate of self
Wisdom in use of money
Talks frequently of debt or financial worries
Expects others to meet needs
Careless
Extravagant
Careful, has a budget
How does the applicant respond to authority?
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Can the applicant take responsibility and demonstrate leadership? Give examples.
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What is the applicant’s attitude toward other groups, races or nationalities?
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How does the applicant respond under difficult circumstances?
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Does the applicant have any outstanding ability?
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(Supervisors, directors, professors, and others in a position to observe, please comment professionally.)Evaluate the applicant’s ability in his profession, i.e. as a doctor, teacher, nurse, homemaker, student, etc.
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If the applicant is married, how would you describe his/her marriage relationship? Any comments to add?
ex. Good communication, Detached, Aloof, Warm, Growing, Superficial, Reserved, Don’t know
Are you aware of any instance of mental or emotional illness or difficulty which the applicant or members of the applicant’s family have had? If yes, please explain.
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To your knowledge, has the applicant ever used narcotics, hallucinogens, or drugs not prescribed by a physician? If yes, please explain.
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Do you have any reservations concerning the financial integrity and/or the indebtedness of thevapplicant? If yes, please explain.
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Have you ever had reason to question the applicant’s morals or personal integrity? If yes, please explain.
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Do you have any concerns or reservations regarding the applicant’s sexual lifestyle or purity? If yes, please explain.
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Listed below are some of the tendencies which, if present, may reduce the effectiveness of the applicant. Check any characteristics or traits which you have noted.
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Impatient
Critical of others
Argumentative
Domineering
Lacking tact
Intolerant
Easily offended
Self-centered
Sullen
Irritable
“Cocky”
Aloof
Discouraged
Rude
Nervous
Easily embarrassed
Quick-tempered
Frequently worried
Depressed
Given to exclusive
Impersonal
Tense
Unteachable
Overly dependent
Absorbing
Prone to procrastinate
Lacking in humor
Prejudiced toward
Rigid, not adaptable
Anxious
Have you noted any indication that the applicant’s decision to join the staff of ACC has been significantly influenced by: (if yes, please explain)
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1. A desire to escape personal, family, or vocational situations
2. An unrealistic appraisal of what is involved in Christian service
3. An extreme dependence upon Antioch
What do you believe to be the applicant’s motivation in applying to Antioch?
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How is this person gifted for vocational Christian service?
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What degree of confidence would you have in this applicant in personal ministry & a leadership position? Please explain.
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Please summarize this applicant’s fitness for Christian service, adding any considerations that may influence his/her effectiveness.
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Adaptability
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Excellent
Average
Below Average
Poor
Unknown
Dependability
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Excellent
Average
Below Average
Poor
Unknown
Punctuality
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Excellent
Average
Below Average
Poor
Unknown
Common Sense
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Excellent
Average
Below Average
Poor
Unknown
Social Poise
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Excellent
Average
Below Average
Poor
Unknown
Communication Skills
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Excellent
Average
Below Average
Poor
Unknown
Neatness of person
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Excellent
Average
Below Average
Poor
Unknown
Respected by peers
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Excellent
Average
Below Average
Poor
Unknown
Spiritual Maturity
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Excellent
Average
Below Average
Poor
Unknown
Knowledge of the Bible
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Excellent
Average
Below Average
Poor
Unknown
Fruitful witness for Christ
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Excellent
Average
Below Average
Poor
Unknown
Consistency of Christian Lifestyle
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Excellent
Average
Below Average
Poor
Unknown
Is there anything else you think we should know about this applicant?