I'm having trouble getting references from my university. I need two if I want to study at postgraduate level, but I haven’t been able to get one!
I had previously assumed that my project supervisors would be my references (as this tends to be the case on the course).
The first person I asked politely told me to ask other people. The second person agreed, but just didn’t do it. I emailed her twice and went to see her, she told me she had received the reference request and the conversation went no further. I’m convinced she’s changed her mind.
I’m not good with people; I have social phobias and communication difficulties, which is why I would like advise from others’ on this situation.
Is there a “proper way” to approach someone for a reference? How should I follow it up?
Thanks