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Applying for admission into an MBA program in a top business school means having to face extremely tough competition - sometimes even academic excellence and outstanding professional experience just won't cut it for you. Remember that a lot of other applicants may be presenting the same or even a better set of qualifications, so the key is to differentiate yourself from the rest and make an effective impression on the admissions panel. One sure way of doing this is by securing really notable MBA recommendation letters. The MBA recommendation letter serves to give the admissions committee better insight on your professional and even personal traits that could prove valuable in business school. They help give the admissions committee an idea, from another person's testimonial, how much you deserve to get into the school more than the other applicants. In many cases, recommendations could make or break the deal. Below are 3 of the most important questions and answers that will help you get the best letters for your MBA recommendation: Who should I ask for a recommendation? The first thing that the admissions panel would usually look at is who wrote the recommendation. In this case, it is not good to try to impress them with just any big name from your company. A generic letter signed by the guy at the top of the ladder would be no match for a sincere, specific recommendation by someone you have worked very closely with. Naturally, the best people to ask are your current or former immediate superiors because they can give the most concrete illustrations of your professional performance. Of course, only ask your supervisors whom you have a good working relationship with. Aside from your immediate superiors, another option is to ask colleagues who know you very well. Good clients are also better references than your old college professors. How early should I start requesting for a recommendation? To make sure the letters meet the schools' deadlines, and as a matter of courtesy, you should give your recommenders adequate notice. This way, you have better chances of getting a well-thought out MBA recommendation letter. The earliest you can ask them is two months before the deadline, but even just a full-month's notice would be good. However, make sure you adjust your deadlines a bit earlier for them, to allow for any possible delays. How do I get the kind of recommendations I need? Aside from the deadlines, the main things you have to explain clearly to your recommender are the business school's and your own expectations. Point out what the qualities the school might be looking for in an applicant and point out your own traits that give you an advantage. Along with your request for a recommendation, provide reference documents like your comprehensive CV and a list of your accomplishments at work, which your recommender can just pull from and substantiate. Do not hesitate in doing this. If you are asking the right person, then that person would surely have enough actual good things to put in your MBA recommendation. Best Wishes for Your Success,
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