2. Express your positive feeling about writing the letter. Then explain how long you have known the person and what your relationship has been (supervisor, teacher, co-worker).
Sentences:
• I am delighted to be called upon as a reference for John Doe. I first became acquainted with Mr. Doe in 1992, when he joined the development group I supervised.
• It is a pleasure to recommend John Doe as a sales supervisor. Mr. Doe has worked directly under my supervision for the past eight years.
• I am pleased to comment on Ms.Steven's performance as a secretary. I have known Ms. Johnson since our graduation from State University in 1993, when we both started work at the Doe Corporation.
• I have been Mr. Doe's employer for more than two years, and I can recommend John for your consideration, confident that his character and scholarship measure up to your university's high standards.
• As a former employee of your firm with some understanding of your needs, I am pleased to add my personal assessment of Ms. Doe's qualifications.
• It has been a pleasure to be Mr. Doe's supervisor since 1990.
• I have no hesitancy in writing a letter of recommendation for Mr. Doe, a superb mechanic.
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