An Open Letter to My Employee - Exercise in Clarity

A Letter To My EmployeeBecause of those attributes, I enjoy providing you with
Dear Valued Employer,an income and benefits that you can use to maintain a
It is with great pleasure that I express my gratitude inbalanced, healthy quality of life. I know you have needs
writing to you, my valued employee. I have had theand wants outside of work, and come to this office
privilege of working with you for two years, and in thatevery day seeking fulfillment of your goals. As you
time I have developed a sincere respect for yourcontinue to excel, I will continue to look for ways to
talent, integrity and work ethic. When I think about thecompensate your demonstration of that excellence.
future and greatness of this company, I am remindedI have worked hard to provide a clean, safe,
of the tremendous value people like you bring to ourcomfortable workplace, free from harassment and
firm.petty politics, where you are able to discuss issues and
It is because of your unique skills, desire to succeedcommunicate concerns without fear of retribution.
and commitment to excellence that we continue toWhen discipline is necessary, I try to be fair and
move forward and make significant changes in ourreasonable with each one of my employees. And I
marketplace. As your employer I am humbled by themake sure my reward system is also just.
dedication I see you put forth each day as you striveI really appreciate your continued commitment to
to meet our clients' needs and exceed theirtraining and expanding your skill set. This industry and
expectations.the expectations of our customers are constantly
I believe in the principle of "Right people, right role,"growing and changing. I admire the way you work to
which means I believe in placing people in positions thatkeep ahead of these trends so that you can deliver
will help them grow while they achieve their goals, takethe best service every step of the way.
risks, overcome challenges and demonstrate a degreeYou are the reason we are on the cutting edge. You
of autonomy that is empowering.are the reason we have such loyal customers. There
I remember many days ago, sitting at my desk, thinkingis now way that any one of us could accomplish this
about the qualities and attributes I needed for thistask alone. You and your fellow co-workers make up
position:o Dedication to a job well doneo Commitmentthe engine that drives this company. I am blessed to
to excellence in customer serviceo A willingness tohave people like you working for and with me.
persevere when faced with a challengeo PersistenceoI want you to stop and think about the value you bring
A willingness to go the extra mileo A willingness toto the table. Think about why you are here. What is it
raise the bar - without being asked to do sothat drives you to excel where others may have been
I recognized these qualities and more in you, andsatisfied with a minimum effort? What makes you
decided to bring you into this company for our mutualwant to come to this place of business, this site where
benefit. I knew right away that you had the talent toyou orchestrate your daily economic symphony?
provide what our clients and customers seek, becauseDo you realize the importance of your daily contribution
when you came to me to interview I saw that spark,to the overall economy of your community? You are
that desire to contribute, and that need for a sense ofa vital piece of the puzzle. Your service to your fellow
accomplishment.co-workers, clients and customers - and even how
I dedicated myself to support you in this role byyou treat your competitors - contributes to your overall
providing all the tools and resources you would need,success at what you do.
including mentoring and allowing you enough freedomKeep tuning your instruments of achievement. Be
and opportunity to problem-solve on your own.constantly in the realm of continual improvement. That
You have consistently demonstrated a clearis a fantastic place to live, and I thank you for residing
understanding of your role in this company, including theat that address every day.
scope of your responsibilities, how to streamline andAgain it is with great pleasure and gratitude that I write
improve upon the tasks required for your job, and thethis letter to you, the valued employee; the gifted and
potential to take it all to the next level.talented company representative.