XYZ Technologies,
Inc.
123 XYZ Way ● New York City ● NY ● 12345
(123) 555-0000 ● Fax (123) 555-0001
February 1, 20xx
To Whom it May Concern:
Scott Smith worked for me at XYZ Technologies for three
years, as a senior technical instructor. I am writing
this letter to confirm that his recent layoff from XYZ was
not in any way tied to his performance, and to highly recommend
him as an employee with your organization.
Had I been given the choice, I would not have laid Scott
off. But it was not my decision to make. XYZ 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, XYZ drastically reduced the size of its workforce
by dissolving the entire PC division, including the technical
training department. Unfortunately, this major reorganization
left no other position open for Scott. We regretfully
had to let him go.
Scott is a conscientious, highly-skilled technical instructor,
worthy of at least a senior to management position. He
has keen insight into the learning process, and is an expert
in needs analysis, project management, course development,
and classroom instruction.
Scott's in-depth product knowledge, unique instructional
techniques, and excellent people skills have consistently
received rave reviews from his students. Should conditions
at XYZ 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 skills, talents
and work habits, feel free to call (123) 555-0002 or page
me by dialing (123) 555-0003.
Sincerely,
[Signature]
Mary Doe
Vice President, Technical Services
mdoe@xyztech.com
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