Structure of a Perfect Letter of Recommendation.
Give this to your recommender to make the job easier for them.
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Give this to your recommender to make the job easier for them.
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1. Introduction:
Begin with a formal salutation, addressing the recipient of the letter (e.g., "To Whom It May Concern" or use the recipient's name if known).
Introduce yourself as the recommender and explain your capacity or relationship with the person you're recommending.
Begin with a formal salutation, addressing the recipient of the letter (e.g., "To Whom It May Concern" or use the recipient's name if known).
Introduce yourself as the recommender and explain your capacity or relationship with the person you're recommending.
2. Opening Paragraph:
In the first paragraph, state the purpose of the letter and your enthusiastic recommendation of the individual.
Mention the context in which you know them (e.g., academic, professional, personal) and the duration of your relationship.
In the first paragraph, state the purpose of the letter and your enthusiastic recommendation of the individual.
Mention the context in which you know them (e.g., academic, professional, personal) and the duration of your relationship.
3. Overview of Skills and Qualities:
Highlight the key skills, qualities, and attributes that make the individual an exceptional candidate.
Provide specific examples and anecdotes that demonstrate their capabilities and character.
Highlight the key skills, qualities, and attributes that make the individual an exceptional candidate.
Provide specific examples and anecdotes that demonstrate their capabilities and character.
4. Specific Achievements and Contributions:
Detail any noteworthy achievements, or contributions the individual has made under your observation.
This could include academic accomplishments, leadership roles, research work, community service, or any other relevant endeavors.
Detail any noteworthy achievements, or contributions the individual has made under your observation.
This could include academic accomplishments, leadership roles, research work, community service, or any other relevant endeavors.
5. Personal Characteristics:
Discuss the individual's personal characteristics and qualities that have impressed you.
Mention their work ethic, communication skills, adaptability, integrity, and any other traits that set them apart.
Discuss the individual's personal characteristics and qualities that have impressed you.
Mention their work ethic, communication skills, adaptability, integrity, and any other traits that set them apart.
6. Comparison (if applicable):
If possible, provide a comparative context by discussing how the individual stands out in comparison to their peers or colleagues.
Emphasize what makes them unique and why they are particularly deserving of the opportunity.
If possible, provide a comparative context by discussing how the individual stands out in comparison to their peers or colleagues.
Emphasize what makes them unique and why they are particularly deserving of the opportunity.
7. Commitment and Passion:
Share insights into the individual's passion, dedication, and enthusiasm for their chosen field or endeavor.
Describe their willingness to go the extra mile and their ability to inspire others.
Share insights into the individual's passion, dedication, and enthusiasm for their chosen field or endeavor.
Describe their willingness to go the extra mile and their ability to inspire others.
8. Closing Paragraph:
Summarize your recommendation by reiterating your strong endorsement of the individual.
Express your confidence in their potential and ability to excel in their future pursuits.
Summarize your recommendation by reiterating your strong endorsement of the individual.
Express your confidence in their potential and ability to excel in their future pursuits.
9. Contact Information:
Provide your contact information (email, phone number) in case the recipient has further questions
End the letter with a formal closing (e.g., "Sincerely," "Best regards") followed by your signature and printed name.
Provide your contact information (email, phone number) in case the recipient has further questions
End the letter with a formal closing (e.g., "Sincerely," "Best regards") followed by your signature and printed name.
10. Letterhead (if applicable):
If the recommendation is coming from an organization or institution, include an official letterhead for added credibility.
If the recommendation is coming from an organization or institution, include an official letterhead for added credibility.
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