Subject: Denial of Overtime Request — [Employee's Name] Dear [Employee's Name], As per your recent request for overtime compensation, we regret to inform you that we are unable to grant your request at this time. We understand that this may come as a disappointment, but we would like to provide you with a detailed explanation regarding the denial of your overtime request. At our company, we highly value the hard work and dedication of our employees. Overtime compensation policy is designed to ensure fair distribution of extra hours among our workforce while considering various factors such as operational needs, staffing requirements, and financial considerations. After thoroughly reviewing your overtime request, we determined that the current circumstances do not meet the criteria outlined in our overtime policy. Although your commitment and willingness to go the extra mile are commendable, we would like to emphasize that our decision to deny your overtime request does not reflect any lack of appreciation for your efforts. Instead, this measure is necessary to maintain the work-life balance, optimize resource allocation, and ensure the overall productivity and efficiency of our organization. We encourage you to continue performing your tasks diligently within your standard working hours. This will enable us to better evaluate the feasibility of granting overtime requests in the future, especially during peak periods or when extraordinary circumstances arise. Please understand that our decision is not personal and is based solely on the aforementioned considerations. We believe in fostering open communication, and if you have any concerns or suggestions regarding workload distribution or overtime opportunities, we welcome you to discuss them with your supervisor or the Human Resources department. We are always open to feedback and strive to create a supportive and collaborative work environment. While we regret having to deny your request for overtime compensation at this time, we highly value your commitment and contribution to the success of our team. We appreciate your understanding and look forward to your continued dedication to your duties and responsibilities. Thank you for your understanding. Sincerely, [Your Name] [Your Title/Position] [Company Name] Alternate Types of Guam Sample Letters for Denial of Overtime: 1. Sample Letter for Denial of Overtime Pay Request due to Excessive Previous Overtime Hours 2. Sample Letter for Denial of Overtime Pay Request during Non-Peak Period 3. Sample Letter for Denial of Overtime Pay Request based on Staffing Restrictions 4. Sample Letter for Denial of Overtime Pay Request citing Financial Constraints 5. Sample Letter for Denial of Overtime Pay Request due to Work-Life Balance Policies.