[Your Name]
[Your Address]
City, State, ZIP Code
Email Address
Phone Number

Date: [Insert Date]

Recipient’s Name
Recipient’s Title
Company Name
Company Address
City, State, ZIP Code

Subject: Request for a Reference

Dear [Recipient’s Name],

I hope this letter finds you well. I am writing to kindly request a reference from you, as I am currently [applying for a new job, enrolling in a program, or seeking a promotion]. Your insight and knowledge of my work and character would greatly benefit my application and provide a strong endorsement to potential employers/admissions committees.

During my time at [company name/organization name], I had the pleasure of working closely with you on [mention specific projects, roles, or responsibilities], and I believe you are well-positioned to speak to my skills, work ethic, and professional achievements. Some of the key areas I hope you could address in your reference include:

  1. [Skill/Quality 1]: [Mention a specific skill or quality you would like the recipient to highlight].
  2. [Skill/Quality 2]: [Include another aspect of your work or character that is relevant to your application].
  3. [Skill/Quality 3]: [Mention any other achievements or experiences that could strengthen your application].

If you are willing to provide this reference, I would be happy to provide you with any additional information you may need, such as my resume, details about the job/program I am applying for, or specific points that could be emphasized.

I understand that you have a busy schedule, so if it would be more convenient, I can also draft a reference letter for you to review and modify as you see fit. Please let me know how you would like to proceed, and if there are any deadlines I should be aware of to ensure that the reference is submitted on time.

Thank you very much for considering my request. Your support in this matter would be invaluable, and I sincerely appreciate your time and effort.

Warm regards,
[Your Full Name]
[Your Title (if applicable)]
[Your Contact Information]