Write a positive message to the supervisor of someone who went above and beyond the call of duty to help you.
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Posted by bobpursley on Saturday, March 17, 2007 at 6:48pm in response to written communication.
We will be happy to critique your writing. Keep it short, to the point. Focus on what he did. The supervisor will make the decision if it was above the call of duty, or if it was necessary.
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Please repost when you have your draft written, and someone here will give you feedback.
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Although I agree that you need to focus on what the person did, that needs to be in terms of the specific situation and what would normally be expected. This should indicate why you believe the help was exceptional.
I hope this helps a little more. Thanks for asking.
Of course, I can help you with that! When writing a positive message to a supervisor about someone who went above and beyond to help you, it's important to highlight the specific actions they took and explain why you believe their help was exceptional. Here's a step-by-step guide on how to draft your message:
1. Start with a warm and professional greeting, addressing the supervisor by their name (e.g., "Dear [Supervisor's Name]").
2. Begin the message by expressing appreciation for the person who went above and beyond. You can mention their name or include it later to personalize the message.
3. Provide a brief context for the situation where this person provided exceptional help. Explain what problem or challenge you were facing and how their assistance made a significant difference.
4. Clearly outline the specific actions they took that exceeded your expectations or went beyond their regular duties. Use specific details and examples to illustrate their exceptional efforts.
5. Next, explain why you believe their assistance was exceptional. Compare their actions to what would normally be expected in similar situations. Emphasize how their dedication, skills, or willingness to go the extra mile made a notable impact on your experience.
6. Share how this person's help positively affected you personally or professionally. Explain how their actions contributed to your success, improved outcomes, or made your work environment more enjoyable or efficient.
7. Express gratitude once again and mention the positive qualities or strengths of the person you are praising. Acknowledge their commitment, knowledge, compassion, or any other attributes that made their assistance outstanding.
8. Close the message on a positive note, expressing confidence that the supervisor already values their employee and will appreciate hearing about their exceptional performance. Offer to provide additional information or discuss the matter in more detail if needed.
9. End the message with a polite and professional closing, such as "Sincerely" or "Best regards," followed by your name and contact information if necessary.
Remember, the purpose of this message is to highlight the outstanding effort and performance of the person who helped you, so make sure to be specific, genuine, and appreciative throughout. Good luck with your message!