How to Write a Business Reference
A business reference is one that you write for someone explaining how that person performs in a business setting. You were probably asked to write a business reference because you have experience working with that person at a job or in another type of professional setting. There are several steps you can follow to write a good business reference for anyone.
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Instructions
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Begin with a polite salutation to the person receiving the letter. If at all possible, use that person's name or, at least, that person's occupation to make the letter more personal.
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Write a sentence or two about the relationship you have with the person who asked you to send the letter. Keep this brief and professional.
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Write a paragraph about the qualities that you see in the person who is the subject of the letter. Mention the qualities you know they have that are essential to good business practice. Talk about any periods of growth you have seen them go through, or any instances in which they have shined in some way.
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Mention that you are sorry to see them go if you truly are and if the circumstances are right for that sentiment.
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Think about the job that they are applying for, and write a little bit about how you can see them fitting in that particular job.
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Use assertive, subject-first statements.
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Avoid using adjectives that could be applied to anyone, such as "great" "good" or "responsible." Instead, illustrate through examples how the candidate exemplifies those qualities.
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