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. Author manuscript; available in PMC: 2023 Jan 1.
Published in final edited form as: FEBS J. 2021 Mar 5;289(2):298–307. doi: 10.1111/febs.15757

Figure 1. The process of writing recommendation letters.

Figure 1.

First, it is important to establish whether you are equipped to write a strong letter of support. If not, it is best to have a candid conversation with the applicant and discuss alternative options or opportunities. If you are in a position to write a strong letter of support, first acquire information regarding the application and the candidate, draft a letter in advance (see Box 1) and submit the letter on time. When drafting the letter, incorporate specific examples, avoid biases, and discuss the letter with the candidate (see Tables 1–2 for specific examples). After submission, store a digital copy for potential future use for the same candidate.