They not only introduce you by name to everyone, but also go so far as to even brag a bit about knowing you, sharing short stories about funny and smart you are as well as how hard working you are and how proud they are to know you.
Your friend takes you by the arm and pulls you into the crowd. Come on, I’ll introduce you to the gang!” Let’s be honest…it’s a little intimidating. You nod and look around the room, again taking in the crowd of total strangers. “Boy am I glad to see you,” you tell your friend. You rush over to your friend and suddenly that strange feeling of being totally alone in a crowd is gone. Then, out of the corner of your eye you spot a familiar face! Whew, you’re saved! You keep looking around, trying to find somebody – anybody – you know. Sure, you could go up and start introducing yourself to people but that’s always tough. You want to interact but you don’t know a single person there. The room is filled with people you’ve never met and you’re standing awkwardly off to the side, unsure of what to do. The best way to discuss your letter of recommendation is clearly by beginning with a little role playing ( wink wink).