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Letter Factory
Letter of Recommendation
First Sergeant Recommendation |
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Key Points to Writing
- While writing, remember the purpose of the letter.
- Use the right words, utilize a resource like
Merriam-Webster Online.
- Use a spell checker (F7 Word)
and avoid common misspellings
- Watch Tense Shifts, going from "s" to "ed"
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Keep the text simple
- Avoid acronyms and jargon, the people reading the letter
are not familiar with it.
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The following example Letter of Recommendation for a member to become a First
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Copy Directly on to Unit Letter Head!
Reply To: [Unit/Office Symbol]
MEMORANDUM FOR WHOM IT MAY CONCERN
SUBJECT: Letter of Recommendation
1. It is my honor to write a letter of recommendation for MSgt
<FNAME> <LNAME> as she makes her way through to
becoming a First Sergeant. I’ve had the pleasure of working with <FNAME> for over
a year and I’ve observed her interactions with her troops and superiors. Having
been a Squadron Section Commander for over six years, I can say with personal
knowledge and experience that MSgt <FNAME> <LNAME> has the right stuff to be a First
Shirt, holding the troops accountable while ensuring they're being taken care
of.
2. <FNAME>'s professional qualities set the standard for enlisted and officer
alike. Her dress and appearance, customs and courtesies, work ethic, and
dedication to her job and troops are unmatched by her peers, subordinates, and
many of her superiors. MSgt <LNAME>'s personal qualities set her above the rest
as she puts the needs of the troops before her own. She's been there for troops
who've experienced devastating personal loss, have had monetary issues, and she
interceded when a troop made a suicidal gesture, securing the help he needed to
get his life together.
3. It is my professional and personal opinion that MSgt <FNAME> <LNAME> will be a perfect
match for special duty as a First Sergeant. If I were a commander and given a
choice of 'Shirts,' <FNAME> would be my #1 pick hands down. I give few guarantees
in my career, but here is one: accept MSgt <FNAME> <LNAME> as a First Sergeant and you
won't regret it!
4. If I can be of further assistance or if you desire further information, feel
free to contact me via email at <EMAIL ADDRESS>.
[First M. Last], [Rank], USAF
[Unit]
Note: Signature lines are 5 spaces below the last line of text.
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