"Dear Mrs Employer,
Further to your request for a personal reference for Ms Jane Brown:
I have known Jane Brown for seven years. She has always impressed me with her common sense and sound organisational skills.
Additionally, she is polite, honest, hardworking and reliable.
Jane always takes pride in her personal appearance and in her punctuality.
Ms Brown possesses the self-confidence necessary for decision making and taking responsibility, while at the same time be able to work well with a team.
Accordingly, I am pleased to recommend Ms Brown for employment with your company.
Yours faithfully . . ."
Chris