{"id":16850,"date":"2022-11-29T13:26:53","date_gmt":"2022-11-29T07:56:53","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.iquanta.in\/blog\/?p=16850"},"modified":"2022-11-29T13:46:20","modified_gmt":"2022-11-29T08:16:20","slug":"letter-of-recommendation-mba","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.iquanta.in\/blog\/letter-of-recommendation-mba\/","title":{"rendered":"Craft the Ultimate Letter of Recommendation for MBA"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">A <\/span><b>well-crafted letter of recommendation is pivotal to your MBA admission<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">. While the <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.iquanta.in\/blog\/college-application-essay\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"color: #0000ff;\"><b>college application essay<\/b><\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> and <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.iquanta.in\/blog\/statement-of-purpose-writing-tips\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"color: #0000ff;\"><b>statement of purpose<\/b><\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> are written by you and can be biased, LOR is written by other people who are close to you \u2013 professionally, academically or personally.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>All top international business schools require a letter of recommendation. Written by someone else, it expounds your personality, work ethics, and interpersonal connections through another person\u2019s perspective.<\/b><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Before we dig right in for understanding how an <\/span><b>effective LOR is written<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, a piece of advice. Always choose your immediate boss\/manager\/supervisor\/team leader or someone who makes you feel worthy at your work place to write you a recommendation letter.<\/span><\/p>\n<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_77 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\" style=\"cursor:inherit\">Table of Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" aria-label=\"Toggle Table of Content\"><span class=\"ez-toc-js-icon-con\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseProfile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/a><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 ' ><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-2' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/www.iquanta.in\/blog\/letter-of-recommendation-mba\/#What_is_a_Letter_of_Recommendation\" >What is a Letter of Recommendation?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/www.iquanta.in\/blog\/letter-of-recommendation-mba\/#Types_of_Recommendation_Letters_for_MBA\" >Types of Recommendation Letters for MBA<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/www.iquanta.in\/blog\/letter-of-recommendation-mba\/#What_Does_a_Good_Recommender_Look_Like_%E2%80%94_Selecting_Your_Recommenders_to_Write_Your_LOR\" >What Does a Good Recommender Look Like? \u2014 Selecting Your Recommenders to Write Your LOR<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-4' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/www.iquanta.in\/blog\/letter-of-recommendation-mba\/#What_does_a_good_recommender_look_like\" >What does a good recommender look like?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/www.iquanta.in\/blog\/letter-of-recommendation-mba\/#What_is_the_foundation_of_a_great_Letter_of_Recommendation_that_will_help_you_get_into_a_top_business_school\" >What is the foundation of a great Letter of Recommendation that will help you get into a top business school?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/www.iquanta.in\/blog\/letter-of-recommendation-mba\/#Are_they_genuine\" >Are they genuine?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/www.iquanta.in\/blog\/letter-of-recommendation-mba\/#Are_they_specific\" >Are they specific?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/www.iquanta.in\/blog\/letter-of-recommendation-mba\/#Are_they_good\" >Are they good?\u00a0<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/www.iquanta.in\/blog\/letter-of-recommendation-mba\/#How_To_Get_An_Impactful_Letter_of_Recommendation\" >How To Get An Impactful Letter of Recommendation? \u00a0\u00a0<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/www.iquanta.in\/blog\/letter-of-recommendation-mba\/#Plan_Ahead\" >Plan Ahead<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-11\" href=\"https:\/\/www.iquanta.in\/blog\/letter-of-recommendation-mba\/#Have_More_Recommender_Options\" >Have More Recommender Options<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-12\" href=\"https:\/\/www.iquanta.in\/blog\/letter-of-recommendation-mba\/#Facilitate_the_Process\" >Facilitate the Process<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-13\" href=\"https:\/\/www.iquanta.in\/blog\/letter-of-recommendation-mba\/#Avoid_Writing_For_Yourself\" >Avoid Writing For Yourself<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-14\" href=\"https:\/\/www.iquanta.in\/blog\/letter-of-recommendation-mba\/#What_Should_Be_The_Format_For_MBA_Recommendation_Letter\" >What Should Be The Format For MBA Recommendation Letter?<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-4' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-15\" href=\"https:\/\/www.iquanta.in\/blog\/letter-of-recommendation-mba\/#Introduction\" >Introduction<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-16\" href=\"https:\/\/www.iquanta.in\/blog\/letter-of-recommendation-mba\/#Body\" >Body<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-17\" href=\"https:\/\/www.iquanta.in\/blog\/letter-of-recommendation-mba\/#Conclusion\" >Conclusion<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-1'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-18\" href=\"https:\/\/www.iquanta.in\/blog\/letter-of-recommendation-mba\/#Letter_of_Recommendation_%E2%80%93_Best_Writing_Tips\" >Letter of Recommendation \u2013 Best Writing Tips<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-4' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-4'><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-4' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-4'><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-4' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-19\" href=\"https:\/\/www.iquanta.in\/blog\/letter-of-recommendation-mba\/#Language_Preference_of_an_LOR_is_English\" >Language Preference of an LOR is English<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-20\" href=\"https:\/\/www.iquanta.in\/blog\/letter-of-recommendation-mba\/#Let_the_Recommender_Write_the_Recommendation_Letter\" >Let the Recommender Write the Recommendation Letter<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-21\" href=\"https:\/\/www.iquanta.in\/blog\/letter-of-recommendation-mba\/#Stick_to_the_Numbers\" >Stick to the Numbers<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-22\" href=\"https:\/\/www.iquanta.in\/blog\/letter-of-recommendation-mba\/#Be_Original_and_Authentic\" >Be Original and Authentic<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-23\" href=\"https:\/\/www.iquanta.in\/blog\/letter-of-recommendation-mba\/#Follow_the_Guidelines_and_Word_Limit\" >Follow the Guidelines and Word Limit<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-24\" href=\"https:\/\/www.iquanta.in\/blog\/letter-of-recommendation-mba\/#Spend_Time_with_the_Recommender_and_Update_About_Your_Professional_Journey\" >Spend Time with the Recommender and Update About Your Professional Journey<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_is_a_Letter_of_Recommendation\"><\/span><b>What is a Letter of Recommendation?<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><b>A LOR is a reference letter that\u2019s critical in your MBA application process.<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> A meticulously framed letter adds credibility to your college application.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Guide the recommender you select, to make the letter precise, use simple effective vocabulary, support your positive attributes with stories, and enhance your distinctive skills and qualities with specific details and evidence.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Types_of_Recommendation_Letters_for_MBA\"><\/span><b>Types of Recommendation Letters for MBA<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Your professional journey and your growth chart are the key factors in determining your admission to the B-school you are eyeing at. Mostly, all universities require two professional letters of recommendation. However, there are a few colleges who will ask to submit one academic and one professional LOR.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Before you get the process of writing recommendations started, read the checklist and guidelines from your preferred college thoroughly.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>There are two ways to submit your Letter of Recommendation:<\/b><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Online questionnaire \u2013 to be filled and submitted by the recommender before the due date, and<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Printed recommendation letter on university\/company letterhead \u2013 duly filled, scanned and uploaded, along with the online form, by the recommender.\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_Does_a_Good_Recommender_Look_Like_%E2%80%94_Selecting_Your_Recommenders_to_Write_Your_LOR\"><\/span><b>What Does a Good Recommender Look Like? \u2014 Selecting Your Recommenders to Write Your LOR<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">When picking up a recommender, avoid the mistake of choosing someone who is at a higher designation and hasn\u2019t worked with you directly. These people are not your suitable recommenders, as they do not know you well enough to write your recommendation letter.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The admissions committee wants to see you as a whole person, and that\u2019s exactly what the external perspective gives them through this letter of recommendation.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The recommender you select should be eligible to write excellent things about you, supported by stories and facts. He\/she should be able to describe you as an individual who would be an asset to the business school and their community. According to Harold Simansky, Admissions Consultant at StratusPrep, \u201cThe best recommendation letters come from those who have mentored you and witnessed your growth performance on the job.\u201d So ask your supervisor, manager, professor, or previous employer who knows you well and would be willing to spend time and effort to write you an impactful recommendation.<\/span><\/p>\n<h4><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_does_a_good_recommender_look_like\"><\/span><b>What does a good recommender look like?<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">A good recommender to write you the recommendation letter should be someone who:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">understands your approach<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">comprehend the points you are looking forward to putting across, and<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">is willing to go through the entire process with you by committing their time and making efforts.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h4><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_is_the_foundation_of_a_great_Letter_of_Recommendation_that_will_help_you_get_into_a_top_business_school\"><\/span><b>What is the foundation of a great Letter of Recommendation that will help you get into a top business school?<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Recommendations are not easy to get. So, when you find the suitable recommender, ask yourself these questions essential for writing a great letter of recommendation:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\">\n<h4><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Are_they_genuine\"><\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Are they genuine?<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Make sure the person you have picked up knows you well. They should be someone you have worked with in the past or working presently.<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\">\n<h4><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Are_they_specific\"><\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Are they specific?<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The recommender should portray you as a professional, discuss your work profile, the role you played, and any specific qualities you possess, like leadership, mentoring your juniors, etc.<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\">\n<h4><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Are_they_good\"><\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Are they good?\u00a0<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Do you have a good professional relationship with this particular person? As your brand advocate, are they willing to help you build an image to get through the college admission process? Remember, there are good candidates and bad recommendations. So, choose your recommenders wisely.<\/span><\/p>\n<table>\n<tbody>\n<tr>\n<td><b><i>Need help with <\/i><\/b><span style=\"color: #ff0000;\"><b><i>MBA Application Process<\/i><\/b><\/span><b><i>? We can help. Connect with us at <\/i><\/b><span style=\"color: #0000ff;\"><a style=\"color: #0000ff;\" href=\"http:\/\/www.iquanta.in\/\"><b><i>iQuanta<\/i><\/b><\/a><\/span><b><i> for <\/i><\/b><span style=\"color: #ff0000;\"><b><i>Impactful SOP and LOR<\/i><\/b><\/span><b><i>.<\/i><\/b><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<h4><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_To_Get_An_Impactful_Letter_of_Recommendation\"><\/span><b>How To Get An Impactful Letter of Recommendation? <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u00a0\u00a0<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The <strong>recommendation is an important part of your application process<\/strong>. Hence, putting in extra effort to achieve that impactful letter can get you admission in your desired B-school.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h4><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Plan_Ahead\"><\/span><span style=\"color: #ff9900;\"><b>Plan Ahead<\/b><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Start the process of writing the letter early. Beginning the process 2 to 3 months before the deadline is an ideal time. The recommender is also putting in time and effort. Respect that, and give them enough time to complete the letter, as they have their own busy schedule. And writing you a recommendation is an added work they have agreed to do.<\/span><\/p>\n<h4><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Have_More_Recommender_Options\"><\/span><span style=\"color: #ff9900;\"><b>Have More Recommender Options<\/b><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If you need two recommendations, have 3 to 4 recommenders ready. There could be unforeseen circumstances in the future that you should be prepared for. What if you only had two recommenders and one couldn\u2019t finish the letter on time \u2013 got sick or was travelling out of town? Always have more options worked out.<\/span><\/p>\n<h4><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Facilitate_the_Process\"><\/span><span style=\"color: #ff9900;\"><b>Facilitate the Process<\/b><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Spend time with the recommender to speed up the writing process. Coach them and understand their perspective about your strengths and weaknesses. Try to get on the same page, so that you know what to expect. Fill them up with your latest achievements and brush their knowledge of your previous accomplishments to build the flow of the letter. Write the key points for them and share it with them for reference.<\/span><\/p>\n<h4><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Avoid_Writing_For_Yourself\"><\/span><span style=\"color: #ff9900;\"><b>Avoid Writing For Yourself<\/b><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Sometimes the recommenders are not able to squeeze your request in their schedule, so they recommend you write your own recommendation letter, and they will add their signature. Under any circumstances, do not give in to the temptation. It isn\u2019t just ethically incorrect, but also if you get caught, you lose your opportunity to get selected for the college you worked so hard to get into.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_Should_Be_The_Format_For_MBA_Recommendation_Letter\"><\/span><b>What Should Be The Format For MBA Recommendation Letter?<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Ideally, the recommender you select to write your LOR will have a fair idea of what to include in a letter of recommendation. If it is an online fill-out form, they would be well aware of the components on which you will be assessed. However, it is advisable to spend quality time with your recommender to make it sound original and genuine. The format of the LOR can differ for different colleges, but the components remain the same. It is recommended to check the college guidelines before writing the letter of recommendation.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Moreover, before finalizing the recommendation letter, frame the MBA recommendation letter on the following points to gain clarity:<\/span><\/p>\n<h4><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Introduction\"><\/span><b>Introduction<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The introduction should be precise and begin with the recommender\u2019s details. Following points must be taken into account when writing the MBA recommendation letter:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Recommender\u2019s professional experience<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Current job profile<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Their relationship with you (supervisor\/team leader\/project manager\/senior manager\/professor\/potential client\/previous employer)<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Duration of their association with you<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">It should further state:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Your position in the organization<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Name of your project\/team or the department you are associated with<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">An overview of your professional growth according to the recommender\u2019s impression<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h4><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Body\"><\/span><b>Body<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The body should comprise 4 to 5 paragraphs, with each para mentioning your professional goals, achievements, and skills in detail. You can ask the recommender to follow the below listed guidelines to write the body paragraphs of the recommendation letter.<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Your qualities, such as diligent, conscientious, tenacious, etc.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Highlight your project achievements<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Your contribution at work place or any extracurricular activity participation (if applicable)<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Explaining your qualities\/skills using appropriate examples from factual situations<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Mention of your leadership qualities, such as team motivation, dedication, relationship building, decision-making, conflict management, empathy, critical thinking, etc.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Lastly, your career aspirations and relevant skills and interest to pursue an MBA<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h4><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Conclusion\"><\/span><b>Conclusion<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Conclude the letter by summarizing the highlights from the body. Ask the recommender to mention any additional information that will help magnify your MBA application. And finally, ending it with a professional closing along with the recommender&#8217;s signature.<\/span><\/p>\n<h1><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Letter_of_Recommendation_%E2%80%93_Best_Writing_Tips\"><\/span><b>Letter of Recommendation \u2013 Best Writing Tips<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h1>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">MBA letter of recommendation is an opportunity for the application officer to see you from other person\u2019s eyes objectively. Share these best LOR writing tips with your recommender to help them create an impactful letter:<\/span><\/p>\n<h4><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Language_Preference_of_an_LOR_is_English\"><\/span><span style=\"color: #ff9900;\"><b>Language Preference of an LOR is English<\/b><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If your recommender is a non-native English speaker, ask them to write it in their native language, and then translate in English before submitting.<\/span><\/p>\n<h4><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Let_the_Recommender_Write_the_Recommendation_Letter\"><\/span><span style=\"color: #ff9900;\"><b>Let the Recommender Write the Recommendation Letter<\/b><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Usually, the people you will pick to write you a recommendation letter will be people with their own busy schedules. Sometimes, it becomes practically difficult for them to squeeze you in their schedule after committing. They may ask you to write your LOR yourself, and they will sign it after you are done writing it. Under no circumstances, write your own letter of recommendation. It is not only wrong ethically, but also can get you caught. Hence, you lose an opportunity to get into your dream college.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">So, make sure to select people who know you well and are willing to spend time with you to update their knowledge about your present professional growth chart.<\/span><\/p>\n<h4><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Stick_to_the_Numbers\"><\/span><span style=\"color: #ff9900;\"><b>Stick to the Numbers<\/b><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Send the number of letters requested by the college. Mostly, colleges ask for one or two recommendations. It is mentioned in the guidelines. Exceeding the number of LOR may not guarantee your consideration for admission.<\/span><\/p>\n<h4><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Be_Original_and_Authentic\"><\/span><span style=\"color: #ff9900;\"><b>Be Original and Authentic<\/b><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The application officer is interested to know more about you from someone else\u2019s perspective. Choose the right people to write you the MBA recommendation letter. Someone who has been associated with you for a long time, and can elaborate on your skills and qualities without getting biased.<\/span><\/p>\n<h4><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Follow_the_Guidelines_and_Word_Limit\"><\/span><span style=\"color: #ff9900;\"><b>Follow the Guidelines and Word Limit<\/b><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Every college has a different guideline to write the letter of recommendation. Some ask for a typed document, while other colleges ask to fill out the online form. Whatever the case, the components of the LOR remain the same, but the format can differ. It is advisable to read and follow the guidelines for the specific college you have applied for. Do check the word limit as well. If it is an online fill out form, the preferred word limit is 500 words max per answer.<\/span><\/p>\n<h4><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Spend_Time_with_the_Recommender_and_Update_About_Your_Professional_Journey\"><\/span><span style=\"color: #ff9900;\"><b>Spend Time with the Recommender and Update About Your Professional Journey<\/b><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Your selected recommender may not be aware of your recent achievements and accomplishments. It is advisable to spend quality time with them to update them about your recent accomplishments (if they are not someone you are currently working with). Give them a brief about your strengths and weaknesses, and let them evaluate as per their understanding of you as an individual. Write all the discussed points on a sheet of paper, and hand it over to them for reference while they write you a recommendation.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p>For MBA aspirants, who are working full-time, check-out\u00a0<span style=\"color: #0000ff;\"><a style=\"color: #0000ff;\" href=\"https:\/\/www.iquanta.in\/gmat\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">iQuanta\u2019s GMAT course<\/a><\/span>\u00a0for GMAT exam syllabus preparation.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>A well-crafted letter of recommendation is pivotal to your MBA admission. While the college application essay and statement of purpose are written by you and can be biased, LOR is written by other people who are close to you \u2013 professionally, academically or personally. All top international business schools require a letter of recommendation. 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