How do you handle asking you manager for a letter of rec for an MBA prep course? I am new to this job, and I do not want him to think I will be leaving soon! I would be going in like 2 years, but I don’t want to be seen as a flight risk.

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I don’t think any reasonable person will assume this. But also I don’t know why you would choose a manager you barely know for a recommendation. I would ask a peer or former manager that can speak to my character, professional skills

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