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Dear [Recipient's Name]:
Scott Smith worked for me at [company name] for four years, as a senior
technical instructor. As his department manager, I am writing this letter
of recommendation to confirm that his recent layoff from [company name]
was not in any way tied to his performance, and to strongly recommend him
as an employee with your organization.
Had I been given the choice, I would not have let Scott go. But, unfortunately,
it was not my decision to make. [Company name] decided to withdraw from
the PC market, balance expenses with the anticipated reduction in sales
revenue, and hire a consulting firm to evaluate long-term staffing needs.
As a result, [company name] drastically reduced the size of its workforce
by dissolving its entire PC division, including the technical training
department. Unfortunately, this major reorganization left no other position
open for Scott. I regretfully had to let him go.
Scott is a conscientious, highly-skilled technical instructor, worthy
of at least a senior or supervisory position. He has keen insight into
the human learning process, and is an expert in needs analysis, project
management, course development, classroom instruction and e-learning.
Scott's in-depth product knowledge, unique instructional techniques, and
excellent people skills have consistently received rave reviews from his
students. Should conditions at [company name] change, I wouldn't hesitate
to hire him back. Please interpret that statement as my specific recommendation
to hire Scott.
If you would like to speak to me about Scott's superior skills, accomplishments
and work habits, feel free to call (123) 555-0002 during normal business
hours or page me by dialing (123) 555-0003.
Sincerely,
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