GUIDELINES

  1. Present your request for a recommendation and state that you are applying at a company.
  2. Provide pertinent details of your application (e.g. company name and the position applied for).
  3. State how many years you have worked in your previous company. Mention that you have gained the necessary experience to help you qualify for the new job.
  4. Express anticipation of a positive response.

SAMPLE LETTER

[Senders Name]
[Address line]
[State, ZIP Code]

[Letter Date]

[Recipients Name]
[Address line]
[State, ZIP Code]

[Subject: Normally bold, summarizes the intention of the letter] -Optional-


Dear [Recipients Name],

I am humbly requesting a recommendation letter to support my job application at [company name] for the position of [X].

I have been your [job position] for two years, I hope that I have proven my worth in the company.

Maritime, Inc. is currently hiring [position name]. I wish to be part of the firm and render my services. I am confident that the skills I have developed and experiences I gained by working with you should help me qualify for the position.

I would appreciate it if you will help me with this matter.

Sincerely,

[Senders Name]
[Senders Title] -Optional-

[Enclosures: number] - Optional -
cc: [Name of copy recipient] - Optional -

Request for letter of recommendation.

Further things to consider when writing recommendation letters to my boss

Further things to consider when writing recommendation letters to my boss

Recommendation Letters

Recommendation letters are letters written to provide information about your work or academic capabilities. These letters are written by your previous employers, colleagues, teachers, or any other person who can recommend your work or academic performance. The main objective of recommendation letters is to verify the aptitude, skills, and achievements of the person being recommended. They discuss the qualities and capabilities that make you the best fit for a given position or school program. Usually, these letters are sent to hiring managers or admissions officers to facilitate interviews or introduction of new candidates.

Writing recommendation letters is a huge responsibility that should be taken seriously. Therefore, before you agree to the task, you need to make sure that you understand what the letter will be used for and what information is expected from you. Begin by letting the recipient know that this is a recommendation letter. Explain how you know the candidate and how long you have been in a relationship with him/her. Give an evaluation of the candidate's skills and accomplishments and explain why he/she will be effective and productive. If necessary, give a personal testimony. End by reiterating your recommendation of the candidate and sign your name.

Letters to My Boss

Letters to my boss are the letters you write to your superiors or the person whom you report to at work. The recipients of such letters can be the company owners, managers, or any other person who is in charge of employees in a company. Whether you want to raise a complaint, appreciate your boss, apologize for wrongdoing, or ask for permission to do something, a letter will get the job done. It will give you the time to organize your thoughts and of course, putting your thoughts in writing will let your boss see the seriousness of the issue.

Letters to my boss can be formal or informal depending on the relationship between the sender and the recipient. However, the letter must be addressed to a specific person. Start by stating your reason for writing the letter. Next, deliver you message providing any relevant information regarding the issue. Make the letter short and direct to the point. Use a polite, respectful, and professional tone. Refrain from making offensive or negative comments even if you are lodging a complaint. Wrap it up with a positive remark or a call to action. Sign and date the letter.

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