6/16/2011 http://www.bestsampleresume.com/blog/letter-of-recommendation.html 1 Letter of Recommendation Prepared by: Jiya Singh Important part of Life……

6/16/2011 http://www.bestsampleresume.com/blog/letter-of-recommendation.html 2 Introduction Purpose of Letter of recommendation Used as a way to communicate to companies Used to request information, send information, give feedback on products or for dozens of other reasons A letter of recommendation may be a letter that you will need to write as an employer or it may be a letter you need to obtain for a potential employer. A letter of recommendation may be requested by an employer during the application process or by an educational institution when applying for acceptance.

6/16/2011 http://www.bestsampleresume.com/blog/letter-of-recommendation.html 3 Why So Picky ? Must look professional Gives first impression that a potential client or buyer receives about you Shows your maturity and professionalism

6/16/2011 http://www.bestsampleresume.com/blog/letter-of-recommendation.html 4 Recommendation vs reference The term "recommendation letter" and reference is often same and used interchangeably with the term "reference letter"; however, there is a difference between the two types. Letters of recommendation are very specific in nature and normally requested/required and are always addressed to an individual, whereas letters of reference are more general in nature and are usually addressed "To Whom It May Concern".

6/16/2011 http://www.bestsampleresume.com/blog/letter-of-recommendation.html 5 MAKE A LIST Classify your keywords into:  professional/academic qualities  specific skills personal qualities  past accomplishments  Weaknesses future potential  BODY CONCLUSION 

6/16/2011 Confidential 6 Letter of Recommendation Overview Letter of Recommendation for Job-Searching : Letters of recommendation are convenient substitutes for work references: they neatly sum up a previous or current employer's perspective and allow prospective employers to avoid the sometimes awkward and vague conversations that result from interrogating references over the phone about your strengths and weaknesses. Letters of Recommendation for Applications : Most undergraduate and graduate school applications require two or three letters of recommendation. Depending on whether you are applying to an academic program or professional degree-- for instance, business or law school -- these letters should come from former or current professors, employers, or supervisors who are familiar with your work and performance.

6/16/2011 http://www.bestsampleresume.com/blog/letter-of-recommendation.html 7 Sample Question and Answer For More Assistance………….. Visit site : http://www.bestsampleresume.com/blog/letter-of-recommendation.html