Step 22
Drafting Your Recommendation Request
A lot of students delay recommendation requests because asking can feel uncomfortable.
They worry about being a burden, choosing the wrong teacher, or not knowing exactly what to say.
Waiting usually makes the situation more stressful for both you and the teacher.
You do not need a perfect email.
You just need a respectful and clear starting point.
Core Idea
Preparing early makes difficult conversations easier for everyone.
Your One Action
Choose one teacher you are considering asking for a recommendation.
Draft a short email that includes:
a greeting
the class you had with them
a brief recommendation request
a thank-you
You do not need to send it yet.
Optional prompt: “The quality I hope this teacher has noticed in me is ______.”
Recommendation Request Draft
Optional Prompt Answer
Deeper Reflection
Ask: "What about this teacher makes me trust their perspective on me?"
Life Question
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