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Letter of Recommendation Request
Free template for asking someone to write you a letter of recommendation, with the context they need to write a strong one.
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This free letter of recommendation request covers Context, Reminder of Our Work Together, What Would Be Helpful to Mention with 5 clearly marked [placeholder] fields to fill in — built for small business owners and first-time managers handling an HR moment professionally without a dedicated HR department to lean on. Copy it into your own word processor, fill in the placeholders, and review it — or adapt it — before use. It's part of docstoc's free document template library, alongside business, legal, real estate, finance, and HR templates. Every template here is free to copy with no signup required, and each one carries a plain disclaimer: this is a starting point for informational purposes, not a substitute for advice from a licensed professional in your jurisdiction.
Letter of Recommendation Request
Dear [Recommender Name],
I hope you're doing well. I'm applying for [position/program/opportunity], and I would be grateful if you'd be willing to write a letter of recommendation on my behalf.
Context
Deadline: [Date] Where to send it: [Address/portal/email] What they're looking for: [Brief description of the opportunity and what qualities matter to the reviewer]
Reminder of Our Work Together
[A brief reminder of the specific projects/time period you worked together, to help them write with specific examples.]
What Would Be Helpful to Mention
[Optional: specific skills or experiences you'd appreciate them highlighting, if relevant.]
I've attached my resume/CV for reference. Please let me know if you need anything else from me, and thank you so much for considering this.
Best, [Your Name]
*Giving your recommender specific context (the deadline, what the opportunity is looking for, reminders of shared work) results in a stronger, more specific letter than "can you write me a recommendation?" alone.*
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What's included
- Edit online — click the document, fill in placeholders, download a PDF
- 3 standard sections: Context, Reminder of Our Work Together, What Would Be Helpful to Mention
- 5 clearly marked [placeholder] fields for quick personalizing
- Free to use — no account or signup required
- Fully editable — adjust any clause to match your actual situation
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Who this template is for
Freelancers & solo founders
Handling routine business paperwork without commissioning custom legal drafting for every document.
Small businesses
Standardizing recurring documents — leases, agreements, notices — across a growing operation.
Anyone reviewing before signing
Using a clear starting structure to understand what a document should cover, even if a lawyer finalizes it.
Growing teams
Formalizing hiring and performance processes as a company adds its first employees.
FAQ
Is this letter of recommendation request template really free?
Yes. Like every template in docstoc's library, this letter of recommendation request is free to use, with no account or signup needed to view, edit, or download it.
What does this letter of recommendation request cover?
This hr template includes Context, Reminder of Our Work Together, What Would Be Helpful to Mention. Fill in the [bracketed] placeholders, edit any clause online, then download a PDF — the docstoc.io footer stays on every export.
Is this legal advice?
No. This follows common HR practice, but requirements around notice, classification, and required disclosures shift by state and change over time. Get an employment attorney or HR professional to confirm compliance for your specific situation before relying on it.
Can I edit the wording?
Yes. All 5 placeholder fields and every clause are editable right on the page — change what doesn't fit, then download an updated PDF anytime.
Where can I find more free templates like this?
Browse more free hr and related document templates in the docstoc library at /document-templates/.
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