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• Method 1 of 1: How to write a letter of recommendation

Some people have absolutely no idea how to write letters of recommendation or testimonials. You need to adhere to certain standards when writing such a letter. Read on to find out more.

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Method 1 of 1: How to write a letter of recommendation

1. 1 Let's start with the basics. First of all, you need to understand what must be present in such a letter. For example, the main character traits of the person you are writing about. This is very important if you want your recommendation, and therefore the person you recommend, to be taken seriously.
   • Be sure to indicate in which relationship you are. How do you know him, for example. Also, about your past, what kind of relationship you are in and were in. Give it a few sentences.
2. 2 Use standard page formatting. It is best to choose the simplest format so that it is easiest to read.
   • A good format is a three-part letter. The first paragraph is a formal introduction. Write about yourself and your relationship with the person. The second paragraph is the main body.The third is the final part, so to speak, the epilogue.
3. 3 A good recommendation should be positive. Tell us about all the good (and a few not very good, for the sake of reliability) qualities of a person. Tell us about his lifestyle and past. Better, of course, to write mostly positive about the person. It is not necessary to lie, but it is not necessary to describe all the negative qualities of a person.
4. 4 The letter should be relatively short. To prevent the reader from falling asleep on the fifth page, it is better not to include it at all. One or two, maximum, three pages is enough.
5. 5 If you are writing a recommendation for a job, write about those good qualities of a person that, presumably, he may need in a new position.
6. 6 Reread what you have written. Edit if necessary. Avoid grammatical errors and misplaced punctuation marks.