Bad News Memo

Posted by Olivia Adamson on January 16th, 2021

Request for a Job Bonus

Direct Approach

Thank you for the effort and time you put into requesting a bonus for your job performance.

Unfortunately, we are unable to grant your request at this time and possibly in the future.

This is due to the fact that the company is currently experiencing a decrease in sales and is not able to meet all the costs of production and marketing. At this time, the company does not have enough profit to provide job bonuses to the employees. However, this does not mean that you will not get your usual commission on your departmental sales, and therefore, you should continue putting more effort in your work.

Please, accept our appreciation for working with us and we wish you nothing but the best in your work and future endeavors.

Indirect Approach

Thank you very much for your recent inquiry concerning a job bonus. We understand that employees need to be financially rewarded and appreciate your request.

Unfortunately, in an attempt to keep our expenses as low as possible, we are unable to approve any bonuses for any employees at this time. This is due to the fact that the company has recorded a decrease in the sales of its products, and therefore, unable to meet all its obligations while granting bonuses at the same time.

As much as we would like to approve your request for a job bonus, we will not be able to do that at the present moment, and in the company's best interest, we must decline your inquiry. In the future, if the company registers a positive sales performance, we will gladly reconsider your application.

In the meantime, accept our appreciation for being a loyal employee and also taking your time to apply for the job bonus. We wish you nothing but the best in your job and any future endeavors.

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