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Resource Library\u0015.\nEmployee reference letter template\nHere is a template to help you write a reference letter:\nDear [receiver’s name],\n[Reference statement: this should explain your reason for writing the letter.]\n[First paragraph: describe the employee’s background and talk about the time you worked together.]\n[Second paragraph: add some examples of relevant skills exhibited by the employee.]\n[Third paragraph: add some examples of the employee’s achievements.]\n[Closing remarks: summarize the goal of the letter.]\nRegards,\n[Your name]\u000b[Your contact details]\nEmployee reference letter example\nHere’s a sample employee reference letter:\nDear Anais Gagné,\nI am recommending Mr. Ethan Tremblay for the project manager position at your organization. I worked as Mr. Tremblay’s supervisor for over eight years, while he grew through the ranks from administrative assistant to project manager in my establishment, The Wavewood Group.\nMr. Tremblay has been one of the more consistent performers in my organization. As a project manager, he had the best lead turnover and most successful project completions among his colleagues. His positive personality and dedication made him a client favourite. While I served as his supervisor, 92% of his clients came to us with repeat business.\nI have no doubts recommending Mr. Tremblay for the role of Project Manager. Please reach out to me for more details or with questions.\nRegards,\nDr. Mary Wright\nCEO\nThe Wavewood Group\u000b123 Bowen Island\u000bVancouver, Canada 12345\u000b+1-514-555-1234\u000bm.wright@wavewoodgroup.com\nIndeed provides this information as a courtesy to users of this site. Please note that we are not your recruiting or legal advisor, we are not responsible for the content of your job descriptions, and none of the information provided herein guarantees performance. This is a legal disclosure and is not part of the following template.","cbCaih9U1q1VU619","https://ap.wps.com/l/cbCaih9U1q1VU619","docx",574968,"English","# Employee reference letter template\n## Letter structure\n## Reference statement and relationship\n## Skills and achievements\n## Closing remarks\n# Employee reference letter example","[{\"question\":\"What should the first paragraph of an employee reference letter include?\",\"answer\":\"It should describe the employee’s background and explain how long and in what capacity the writer worked with them.\"},{\"question\":\"How should the letter describe the employee’s skills?\",\"answer\":\"It should add specific examples of relevant skills the employee demonstrated during the time the writer worked with them.\"},{\"question\":\"What elements are included in the closing section?\",\"answer\":\"The closing summarizes the goal of the letter, includes a respectful closing phrase, and provides the writer’s name and contact details for follow-up.\"}]","Employee reference letter template - Tips - Template and example | DOCX"]