Letters of Recommendation: Mediocre = Bad

I've been advising a lot of clients lately regarding letters of recommendation both for medical school and residency. Remember that your letters have a big impact on your application, and a mediocre letter can bomb your candidacy. Always ask your potential letter writers if they will write you a "strong letter" of recommendation. If they say no, hesitate or tell you they are too busy think of their negative responses as a favor.

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