Perfect Phrases for Letters of Recommendation

Expert advice for helping an applicant's chances of acceptance by choosing the right words and phrasesAs a teacher, professor, or an employer, you are often called upon for letters of recommendation—and probably as often find yourself stumped about what to say. It can be a daunting task when someone's future is in the balance. This book, written by a writing expert, will help you find the right words—and avoid thepitfalls—of creating a letter of recommendation.Author Paul Bodine explains what makes a recommendation letter good and also what can make it ineffective. The book contains paragraph-length examples of effective recommendation letter writing for all types of situations.

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