If an interviewer asks for one or more letters of recommendation from your references, which of the following would probably be most effective strategy?
A)Contact your references to ask them to write letters recommendation, but don't appear pushy by making any suggestions about the contents of the letter.
B)Let your references know that they can write the recommendations at their convenience.
C)Write a letter of recommendation yourself and send copies to your references that they simply have to sign.
D)Send a message to your references with details of the position, its requirements, the deadline, and reminders of positive experiences and/or accomplishments.

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Providing your references with clear and concise details about the position, its requirements, the deadline, and positive experiences or accomplishments can help them write a more effective and relevant letter of recommendation. This also shows that you are organized and proactive, which can reflect positively on you as a candidate. Option A and B may not provide enough guidance to your references, while option C is dishonest and unethical.

If an Interviewer Asks for One or More Letters of Recommendation