This form is a sample letter in Word format covering the subject matter of the title of the form.
This form is a sample letter in Word format covering the subject matter of the title of the form.
Dear Employee Name, We are pleased to present you with your year award in the amount of $__. This bonus award reflects your excellent performance, the contributions you made and the goals achieved on behalf of Company Name during the past year.
Subject: Bonus Award Notification Dear Employee's Name, We are pleased to inform you that you have been awarded a bonus in recognition of your exceptional performance over the past period. This bonus is a testament to your dedication, hard work, and significant contributions to our team.
Announce the bonus After you address your recipient, try to immediately explain why you're writing them a letter. Notify them that they're receiving a bonus and give a brief reason why. For example, if this bonus is for a particular achievement you can mention the specific action or project.
How to write a bonus request letter Draft the structure of your letter. State why you're requesting the bonus. Provide evidence for why you're requesting the bonus. Invite the supervisor to discuss the bonus with you further. Proofread your letter before you deliver it.
Be honest and don't lie and say bonuses are coming back. Tell them what your needs are and communicate with upper management to see what can be improved to ensure they potentially can get these back. Basically if you believe in what you're doing, then keep doing it and others will too.
Bonus Amount: State the exact amount of the bonus being awarded. For instance, “You will receive a performance bonus of $5,000.” Rationale for Award: Provide a brief explanation of why the bonus is being awarded. This could include a summary of the employee's achievements and their impact on the organization.
If you're asking for a bonus for a specific project, provide facts and figures about the outcome of the project and how it exceeded the stakeholders' requirements. If you're asking for a bonus for more general reasons, offer details about why you deserve it.
Be straightforward, be sincere and don't be afraid to ``toot your own horn''. Be respectful and let them know how much you love your job and what you do. Then, simply ask for your bonus (or raise). You can either leave out the amount, or if you do state an amount, be ready to negotiate.