Writing letters of reference for your employees is an important part of the employee separation process when a company closes. A company shutdown is a difficult situation for everyone involved, but a ...

Reference letters come in many different shapes and forms, so don’t think that one size fits all. I’ve written in the past about how to request reference letters in different situations, be it from ...

Employment-related letters serve different purposes. A painstakingly composed letter can showcase your strengths to a potential employer, express your desire to accept a job offer or convey your ...

When you purchase through links on our site, we may earn an affiliate commission. Here’s how it works. If you’re trying to climb the career ladder then at some point you’ll need to provide a reference ...

Most application processes for graduate schools, undergraduate transfer, and fellowships/scholarships require letters of recommendation. Typically, internship and job ...

When leaving one job for another—and leaving on good terms—you might not be thinking about needing a reference letter. After all, you already landed the other job. This is, however, the best time to ...

In today's working world, there is lost treasure and a lost art, and it is called providing an excellent reference. In the old days when the internet did not exist and dinosaurs walked the earth, ...

For some jobs, especially in academia and high-profile positions, employers sometimes request that top candidates submit letters of recommendation as part of the decision-making process. In some ...

You have told your boss you are moving. You are doing everything you can to make this change easy on your boss. Did know you should ask for a recommendation before you leave? Here’s how to walk out ...