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Write a recommendation letter that sounds like you.

Writing a letter for someone else? Say how you know them, how long and what they did well. You get a clear, specific letter that uses only your facts, with [brackets] for details you did not give.

Who the letter is aboutHow you know them and for how longWhat it is forThe job, course or programme (optional)What they did well, with real examplesYour name and title (optional)

How it works

Enter the person's name, your relationship and for how long.
Say what they are applying for.
List what they did well and one or two real examples.
Edit the letter in your own voice, then sign it.

Questions people ask

What makes a recommendation letter strong?

Specific examples with results. Say what the person did, not just that they are 'hard-working'.

How long should it be?

One page, about 250 to 350 words.

Can I use this if I was asked to write one for a student?

Yes. Choose the purpose, and describe the student's work in class or projects.

Guides

Applying for jobs
Do you need references when applying for a job?
Most employers ask for references later, not upfront. Here is when you need them, how to prepare your list, and exactly what to put on the form.
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How it works

Questions people ask

Do you need references when applying for a job?