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01/28/08, 11:03 PM
Writing a Letter of Recommendation
If you are requested to write a letter of recommendation but think that he/she is a poor employee/student or if you don't know him/her very well it is best if you decline. If you feel that you know the employee/student well it is a good idea to ask for additional information and/or conduct a short interview with him/her so that you'll have solid information to write in your letter
Follow the business letter format (http://english-coffee.com/showthread.php?t=859) with the exception of the inside address which you can leave out if it is unknown. Unless the name of the person is given to you, you should address the "To Whom It May Concern:" Also be sure to include your phone number and/or e-mail so the reader can contact you with any questions.
Letter of Recommendation Writing
The first paragraph should start out by stating your relationship to the applicant and how long you have known him/her. You should also state your professional position at the company/school and any additional information about yourself that will help build your credibility as a good reference.
The second paragraph should focus on building the applicant. It should give an overview of the candidate and his/her strengths and qualities.
The next 2 to 3 paragraphs should focus on a single quality followed by an example(s) of how they show that quality.
The closing paragraph should reiterate that the applicant would be a good employee/student and add any additional comments that you may want to bring up. You can also write about why you think the employee/student will be a good fit with the company, school, and/or position. Also let the reader know that he/she can contact you if they have any additional questions.
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Sample Letter of Recommendation
562 Banquest Street
Fair Valley, AL 81356
September 28, 2004
To Whom It May Concern:
It is with great pleasure that I am recommending Rose Berdinger to you. I am the Head Sales Manager at Vacuums Plus and Rose has been under my supervision from November of 2000 to August of 2004 as a saleswoman.
Rose would be a great asset to any company. She is one of the brightest employees that I have ever had. She also has a great drive and passion for her work.
Rose is such a quick learner. Within her first two weeks at Vacuums Plus she had learned all the product names, their features, and how they work. It normally takes a new employee at least two months to get familiar with all the products that we sell.
Rose's drive has led her to great success at Vacuums Plus. She has had the honor of receiving the "Top Sales Person of the Month Award" ten times in her last year at Vacuums Plus, which is a feat that no employee has ever achieved here before.
I believe that Rose Berdinger will be an excellent fit for your company. Rose has been nothing short of an exemplary employee. If you have any further questions, feel free to contact me at (555) 555-555 and I'll be happy to answer any questions you have.
Sincerely,
Signature
Peter Ziggad
Head Sales Manager
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Source: http://www.letterwritingguide.com
If you are requested to write a letter of recommendation but think that he/she is a poor employee/student or if you don't know him/her very well it is best if you decline. If you feel that you know the employee/student well it is a good idea to ask for additional information and/or conduct a short interview with him/her so that you'll have solid information to write in your letter
Follow the business letter format (http://english-coffee.com/showthread.php?t=859) with the exception of the inside address which you can leave out if it is unknown. Unless the name of the person is given to you, you should address the "To Whom It May Concern:" Also be sure to include your phone number and/or e-mail so the reader can contact you with any questions.
Letter of Recommendation Writing
The first paragraph should start out by stating your relationship to the applicant and how long you have known him/her. You should also state your professional position at the company/school and any additional information about yourself that will help build your credibility as a good reference.
The second paragraph should focus on building the applicant. It should give an overview of the candidate and his/her strengths and qualities.
The next 2 to 3 paragraphs should focus on a single quality followed by an example(s) of how they show that quality.
The closing paragraph should reiterate that the applicant would be a good employee/student and add any additional comments that you may want to bring up. You can also write about why you think the employee/student will be a good fit with the company, school, and/or position. Also let the reader know that he/she can contact you if they have any additional questions.
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Sample Letter of Recommendation
562 Banquest Street
Fair Valley, AL 81356
September 28, 2004
To Whom It May Concern:
It is with great pleasure that I am recommending Rose Berdinger to you. I am the Head Sales Manager at Vacuums Plus and Rose has been under my supervision from November of 2000 to August of 2004 as a saleswoman.
Rose would be a great asset to any company. She is one of the brightest employees that I have ever had. She also has a great drive and passion for her work.
Rose is such a quick learner. Within her first two weeks at Vacuums Plus she had learned all the product names, their features, and how they work. It normally takes a new employee at least two months to get familiar with all the products that we sell.
Rose's drive has led her to great success at Vacuums Plus. She has had the honor of receiving the "Top Sales Person of the Month Award" ten times in her last year at Vacuums Plus, which is a feat that no employee has ever achieved here before.
I believe that Rose Berdinger will be an excellent fit for your company. Rose has been nothing short of an exemplary employee. If you have any further questions, feel free to contact me at (555) 555-555 and I'll be happy to answer any questions you have.
Sincerely,
Signature
Peter Ziggad
Head Sales Manager
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Source: http://www.letterwritingguide.com