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Ask each of your references to write a
letter of recommendation. There are three
reasons for this: (1) if they are not willing to
be a reliable reference, they are unlikely to put forth the time necessary to write
the letter of recommendation, (2) you will be able to use it as a ready-made
reference to supply to potential employers, and (3) a letter of recommendation
is a good way for you to pre-qualify those who will give the best reference.
It is best to allow your references some latitude in developing the letter of
recommendation, but for those who are clueless, ask them to follow this format:
How they know you and how long they have known you
What they think of you (professionally and/or personally)
Why they think you would make a great _____ (their recommendation)
This letter should always be typed on the letterhead of the company or
institution. The following page gives a sample letter of recommendation.
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