Recommendation dilemma
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09 May 2004, 14:01
Hi Linda,
I am in the process of selecting who I will ask for recommendations. I am currently working abroad for a multi-national in Latin-America. My direct supervisor knows my work well and would be ideal. This may seem like a silly question, but my supervisor's command of English is limited, as it is not his native language. While an excellent writer in Spanish, I am concerned that if he would not be able to articulate as freely or comprehensively a recommendation for me versus if he did it in Spanish.
How do business schools' look at recommendations like these and what would you recommend? Should I have him do it in English anyway? A friend recommended that I ask him to do it in Spanish and then have it professionally translated and turn in both copies, but I am not sure of the protocol. Your advice would be appreciated. Thanks!