Recommendation Request Email

Help me write an email requesting a professional recommendation.

Recommender details:
- Name: [THEIR NAME]
- Their role when we worked together: [TITLE]
- Our relationship: [MANAGER/COLLEAGUE/CLIENT/MENTOR]
- How long we worked together: [DURATION]
- How long since we last spoke: [TIMEFRAME]

What I need:
- Type: [LINKEDIN RECOMMENDATION/LETTER OF RECOMMENDATION/
  REFERENCE FOR SPECIFIC JOB]
- Role I'm applying for: [JOB TITLE AT COMPANY]

Key things I'd like them to highlight:
1. [SKILL OR ACHIEVEMENT 1]
2. [SKILL OR ACHIEVEMENT 2]
3. [A SPECIFIC PROJECT WE WORKED ON TOGETHER]

Write an email that:
1. Reconnects warmly if we haven't spoken recently
2. Clearly states what I'm asking for
3. Makes it easy for them to say yes (provides context
   and talking points)
4. Gives them an easy out if they're too busy
5. Includes a deadline if there is one
6. Is respectful of their time

Tone: Gracious, professional, not presumptuous