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Word. Wednesday. Say it Now: “Would you consider…?”

Posted by Ellen Bremen on Apr 4, 2012 in Communicating with Professors, General | 0 comments

  What’s the Word? (This time, it’s actually another phrase.) “Would you consider…?” As in: -”Would you consider serving as a reference for me? I’m thinking of applying for a job this summer.” -”Would you be willing to write a letter of recommendation for me? I’m applying to get into my degree program.” -”Would you fill out this scholarship application for me?” Why am I choosing something so simple this week? Have I already run out of good ideas of things to tell you to say? No way. But let’s think about this: We’re in early April. When most students approach me for...