Reference letter C1.1

THAT'S ENGLISH C1.1

REFERENCE LETTER UNIT 7

A letter of reference is supposed to have three key components: 1) an opening paragraph in which you: - state the purpose of writing - explain how long and in which capacities you have known the person; 2) an evaluation of the person's skills, character and accomplishments depending on what is being expected by the employer 3) a closing paragraph that summarises why and to what degree you would recommend this person.

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Purpose of writing:- I am writing on behalf of… - I am writing to recommend … for a position of … with… - I am writing in regard to ...’s application..

Relations: - I have known … personally and socially for for approximately 5 years / since childhood /for over 2 years during which time she worked as a … in my office. -We are in the same tutorial group at college and she is a highly qualified candidate for a position...... -...........is qualified and experienced to accept the challenge of being.

Active position: - is involved in her local community, her church and her childrens’ schools... Social skills: - has an excellent rapport (gets on) with people of all ages - will establish productive relationships with (will be popular with) - is used to dealing with …. - the social (interpersonal) skills she has learnt in this job should serve her well as .../ enable her to... / allow her to...

Organisational skills: - outstanding organisational skills - an excellent person to have around in times of crisis - dependable not inclined to panic or lose her temper although never bossy, - she can take control over difficult situations without upsetting anyone - would definitely be able to cope if things went wrong… - ...which may come in very useful - .. is able to successfully complete multiple tasks with favourable results despite deadline pressure - consistently demonstrated leadership abilities

Physical condition: - an accomplished sportsman at… - she has reached competition level Communication skills: - Her strong verbal and written communication skills allowed her to relay information in a clear and coherent manner. She demonstrated the ability to articulate information and ideas in both the written and verbal forms.

Diligency: - She will devote herself to a position with your organisation with a high degree of diligence ... - is a direct result of her hard work and strong focus - With her enthusiastic commonsense (can do) approach she would ensure…. - She has been effective in her efforts to...

Academic performance: -exceptional (above-average) academic performance -out of a class of 150 students, she graduated with honours in the top 10

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Closing: - I believe, she would make an excellent…/ would be a valuable asset to ... - I am confident that she ... - I have no hesitation in recommending her to your company (for the post) - I recommend her to you without reservation. - I highly recommend her ...

Conclusion: - Based on … , I strongly urge you to consider Mr. / Mrs. … for the position - Please do not hesitate to contact me should you require additional information. - I support his / her application whole-heartedly - I would be happy to communicate with you directly should you have any questions.

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