Recommendation request from a former student: [[your name]]

Hi {{first_name}},

It's been a while since we worked together at [[company or institution]]. I hope things are going well on your end.

Since we last connected, I've been [[1-2 sentence career update]]. I'm now applying for [[program or role]] at [[institution or company]] and wanted to reach out before listing you as a recommender to see if you'd be comfortable with that.

If you're open to it, I'll send a prep note with everything you'd need. The deadline is [[date]].

Completely understand if the timing or distance makes this a tough ask.

[[Your name]]

Hi {{first_name}},

I wanted to let you know that your letter was submitted and I'm genuinely grateful for the time you put into it. Writing a recommendation is a real commitment and I don't take that for granted.

I'll keep you posted on how the application goes. Regardless of the outcome, your support made a real difference in this process.

Thank you again.

[[Your name]]

Hi {{first_name}},

Following up on the recommendation request I sent on [[date]]. The deadline is [[date]], and I wanted to check whether you're still able to submit.

Completely understand if the timing doesn't work. Just let me know either way so I can plan accordingly.

Submission link: [[link]]

[[Your name]]