So, you need a recommendation letter, and you've decided to ask me. This is something I'm generally happy to provide. Before I write a recommendation letter for you, you can expect me to ask you three questions. The answers to those questions dictate how I craft your letter. These are the questions you'll need to answer: What is the deadline for the letter? It's good practice to give your letter writers at least a couple weeks notice. Why do you think you are a good fit for t