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Write a reference letter for someone you know as their manager, colleague, teacher, landlord, or friend: say how long you have known them and in what role, describe two or three strengths with a specific example, and finish with a clear recommendation, ready to edit and print on your letterhead.
Reference Letter Template: Recommendation for a Job, Course, or Rental: The letter states your relationship and how long you have known the person, their role, the strengths you list joined into a sentence, the example you give, and a recommendation, either without reservation or happily. Missing details are shown in square brackets so you can fill them in. Runs 100% locally in your browser with zero server file uploads.
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To whom it may concern,
I am pleased to write this reference for [name]. I have known [name] as [name]'s manager.
[Describe two or three qualities, each with evidence]
[Give one specific example of their work or character]
I recommend [name] without reservation.
Please contact me if you need any further information.
Yours faithfully,
[Your name]
Only say what you know to be true, and back each quality with an example. Some employers only confirm dates and job titles in references, so check your organisation's policy first. Nothing you type leaves your browser.
Many employers only confirm job titles and dates in references written for the company; a personal reference should say it is written in a personal capacity.
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Specific evidence: one real example of the person's work or character says more than a list of adjectives.
Yes, and if you cannot say good things honestly, it is kinder to say no than to write a weak letter.
Only if asked; a reference must be accurate and fair, so do not hide serious problems you know about.
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