Turning a Conversation Into a Referral — A Seeker’s Guide

Not every coffee chat leads to a referral.

But the right one just might.

At Cofferral, we make it possible for Seekers not only to gain career insight — but also to access real referral opportunities. Here's how to request one, the right way.

What a Referral Really Means on Cofferral

A referral on Cofferral is never guaranteed. That’s by design.

Sharers are not recruiters or paid referrers — they’re professionals willing to share their journey, offer perspective, and, when the fit is right, support candidates they genuinely believe in.

That belief is earned through real conversation.

That’s why referrals on Cofferral are invitation-based and follow a structured process — built on trust, not pressure.

Step-by-Step: How to Ask for a Referral

Only Seekers can initiate referral requests — and each request requires a fresh CV upload. Sharers receive a view-only preview of your CV, which is revoked if the request is declined, expired, or canceled.

Tip: Sharers who offer referral opportunities will have a referral icon displayed on their profile. You can use this to filter or prioritize whom you connect with.

Step 1: Complete a Coffee Chat with a Sharer

You must first complete at least one Coffee Chat with a Sharer who has enabled referrals in their profile. Once the chat is complete, you’ll see a button labeled:

[Explore Referral] in your Follow-ups tab.

Step 2: Upload Your CV and Submit Request

Clicking [Explore Referral] opens a short form: