system
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human
My old lab director writes the most exaggerated, self-involved reference letters and I'm worried mine won't be taken seriously

I (undergrad) worked in a neuroscience lab for over a year and saw several other undergrads come and go. I've had a chance to see letters of recommendation written by the scientific director of the lab and they are...well, let's just say that everyone in the lab constantly compared her to Trump and her letters sound exactly like something he would write. They largely fluff up her lab, while also using exaggerated compliments to describe the RA, and little substance. Something like:

*"Bobert made absolutely extraordinary contributions to our groundbreaking one-of-a-kind research laboratory, truly emerging as one of our most invaluable undergraduate assets. He adapted to our state-of-the-art neuroscience and motion-capture technology with unbelievable speed and intense focus. I was in absolute awe of his extraordinary work ethic and commitment to our lab's world-renowned research. He grew enormously under my mentorship and you will be stunningly blessed to reap these rewards."*

I'm worried that this kind of letter won't be taken seriously if I ask her for one, but I worked really hard at the lab, did good work, and a letter from her would really help me out in internship applications. Are my concerns justified?
gpt
It would be nice if you include a short list of topics you want discussed in the letter (e.g. persistence, command of the literature) so that your letter stays on topic. 

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That said, if your director writes like this, and your field knows her writing style, if you have a subdued letter from her that could reflect poorly on you.