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LinkedIn Recommendation Writer

Write a strong recommendation for a colleague or ask for one for yourself.

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I need help creating a LinkedIn recommendation. Please assist me with either writing a strong recommendation for a colleague or crafting a request for someone to write a recommendation for me. IF I'M WRITING A RECOMMENDATION FOR SOMEONE ELSE: - Their name: [NAME] - Their role/position: [THEIR JOB TITLE] - Our relationship: [HOW YOU WORKED TOGETHER - BOSS, COLLEAGUE, DIRECT REPORT, ETC.] - Time period we worked together: [WHEN YOU WORKED TOGETHER] - Their key strengths: [2-3 NOTABLE SKILLS OR QUALITIES] - Specific projects/achievements: [MEMORABLE WORK THEY DID] - What makes them stand out: [WHAT'S UNIQUE ABOUT THEM PROFESSIONALLY] - Personal touch: [SOMETHING ABOUT THEM AS A PERSON] - Industry context: [RELEVANT INDUSTRY DETAILS] IF I'M REQUESTING A RECOMMENDATION FROM SOMEONE ELSE: - Their name: [NAME] - Their role/position: [THEIR JOB TITLE] - Our relationship: [HOW YOU WORKED TOGETHER - BOSS, COLLEAGUE, DIRECT REPORT, ETC.] - Time period we worked together: [WHEN YOU WORKED TOGETHER] - Projects we collaborated on: [SPECIFIC WORK YOU DID TOGETHER] - Skills/qualities you'd like highlighted: [WHAT YOU HOPE THEY'LL MENTION] - Your current goals: [IF RECOMMENDATION IS FOR A SPECIFIC PURPOSE] - Your role at the time: [YOUR POSITION WHEN YOU WORKED TOGETHER] Based on the details I've provided for one of these scenarios, please help me create: 1. For writing a recommendation: * A thoughtful, specific LinkedIn recommendation (approximately 200-300 words) * That begins with a strong opening statement about the person * Includes concrete examples of their skills and contributions * Highlights both technical abilities and interpersonal qualities * Provides context about our working relationship * Ends with a meaningful endorsement * Sounds authentic and personal, not generic 2. For requesting a recommendation: * A polite, clear request message (approximately 150-200 words) * That reminds them of our working relationship * Explains why I'm seeking a recommendation now * Tactfully suggests key points they might include * Makes it easy for them to respond * Offers to provide more information if needed * Thanks them regardless of their decision Please write in a natural, conversational tone that reflects a genuine professional relationship while avoiding clichés and overly formal language.

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