Example:
Dear [name of reader],
I'm so excited to write this letter of recommendation for [name of person being recommended]. I've worked with [name of person being recommended] for the past two years at [company name]. We've been through a lot together, and her skills and abilities are truly remarkable.
[Name of person being recommended] is a fantastic listener. She's always willing to lend an ear when you need to vent about whatever is going on in your life, but she also knows when to give you space to reflect on your own.
[Name of person being recommended] is also really good at problem solving. She's great at finding solutions to challenges that come up in the office, and she's great at helping you figure out how to get through challenges in your personal life.
I would highly recommend [name of person being recommended] for any role in which she will be interacting with people. She is extremely empathetic and kind, and her ability to connect with people is truly remarkable.
Example:
Dear [reader name],
I am writing to recommend [person being recommended's name] for the role of [specific role] at your company. I have known [person being recommended] for [time period] and have had the opportunity to work with them in [describe the nature of your relationship].
During our time together, I've seen [person being recommended] demonstrate [qualities and skills] that would be valuable in this role. For example, [describe a specific time you saw them demonstrate this skill].
I feel that [person being recommended] would be a great fit for this role because they have demonstrated their ability to [specific skill], which is essential for [role].
I hope you will consider my recommendation. If you have any questions, please feel free to contact me.
Example:
Dear [reader name]:
I'm writing to recommend [person being recommended] for the position of counselor. [Person being recommended] and I worked together at [company name] for three years, and during that time, I had the chance to observe her work ethic and her excellence in problem solving.
She's a great listener and always brings a fresh perspective to problems. She's also great at building relationships with her clients and helping them find solutions when they're stuck.
I can confidently say that she would be an excellent addition to [company name]'s team, and I hope you'll consider her for this position. If you have any questions about my recommendation, please don't hesitate to reach out.