Letter of Recommendation Template
A reference letter with actual structure: who you are, how you know them, two concrete examples, and a clear endorsement.
To whom it may concern, I am pleased to recommend for . I am , at , and I for as . stood out for . For example, . Equally important, , shown when . I recommend for this . Any team would be fortunate to have , and I'm happy to answer questions at . Sincerely,
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Before you send it
- Two concrete examples beat ten adjectives. Numbers ('cut processing time 30%') are the strongest sentences a reference can contain.
- State the relationship and duration early; it's what gives the rest weight.
- Only offer the contact line if you mean it. Recipients notice when it's missing, and that's a signal too.
- If you can't honestly recommend someone, decline to write it. A lukewarm letter reads as a warning and helps no one.
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