Week 3 Business Communication
CO210 Business Communication – Week 3 Assignment
Formal Company Emails
Acting as supervisor for a company of your choice, draft two examples of formal company e-mails to employees.
The first email will be good-news message delivering information that your employees will likely view as positive.
The second email will be a bad-news email delivering information that your employees will likely view as negative.
Each email will be approximately two-three concise, professionally-written paragraphs in an appropriate tone. Post both emails in the same document.
NOTE – The chapters 5 & 7 Lecture Slides include an overview of this concept!
Answer:
Subject: Exciting Announcement: Company Bonus Program
Dear Team,
I am delighted to announce that our company has decided to implement a new bonus program starting from the next quarter. This program is designed to reward exceptional performance and dedication to our goals. We believe that recognizing and incentivizing your hard work is crucial in fostering a positive work environment and driving our company towards even greater success.
Under this new program, eligible employees will have the opportunity to receive bonuses based on various criteria such as meeting or exceeding targets, demonstrating outstanding teamwork, and consistently exhibiting our company values. Detailed information regarding the criteria and calculation methods will be provided to you soon. We are confident that this initiative will motivate and inspire each one of you to continue delivering exceptional results.
Thank you for your continued dedication and commitment to our company’s success. We are excited about this opportunity to recognize and reward your hard work and look forward to celebrating your achievements together.
Best regards, [Your Name] [Your Position] [Company Name]
Subject: Update on Project Timeline Adjustment
Dear Team,
I hope this email finds you well. I regret to inform you that due to unforeseen circumstances, we have encountered delays in the implementation of our upcoming project. Despite our best efforts and meticulous planning, we have encountered unexpected challenges that have necessitated an adjustment to our timeline.
We understand that this news may be disappointing, and we sincerely apologize for any inconvenience it may cause. Please rest assured that we are actively working to mitigate these delays and remain fully committed to delivering a successful project. We are exploring all possible solutions and will keep you updated on any developments or changes to the timeline as they occur.
Your understanding and flexibility during this time are greatly appreciated. We are confident that with your continued dedication and teamwork, we will overcome these challenges and ultimately achieve our goals.
Thank you for your attention to this matter.
Best regards, [Your Name] [Your Position] [Company Name]