Request a Letter of Recommendation (Gated)

Whether you‚It’re looking for a new job, applying for a college program, or hoping to win an award or scholarship, a strong letter of recommendation is a huge asset to almost any application. Knowing how to ask for a strong letter of recommendation is key to maximizing its impact. This course will provide some strategies for choosing a recommender, determining what materials or knowledge you need before you ask for a recommendation, establishing a timeline, and making the request itself. If you‚It’re not looking for a letter of recommendation right now, these guidelines will also help prepare you to get strong job references that you can provide to a potential employer in the future. This is the gated version of this popular course.