Your professional success often revolves around a positive relationship with your boss. Since they are in the position to assign you more critical tasks and recommend you for special projects, it’s best to show them that you are grateful for their support and mentorship. Whether it’s a quick email, a handwritten note, or a letter on elegant stationery, here are five great ways to show your appreciation.

How to Write Your Boss an Appreciation Letter

1. Gratitude for an Opportunity

Your boss guides you along the path to professional success. To keep the door open for future growth, express gratitude for development opportunities by describing precisely what you’ve gained from them.

Mention what you’ve learned in a class or at an event, and how it has improved your performance. Close the note by stating how much you look forward to putting your new knowledge or skills into action.

2. Thankfulness for Support

No matter how hard you work, obstacles and challenges come up. From professional setbacks to health issues, your boss is often a source of support. When they provide encouragement, thank them for it.

Express how much you value their understanding at difficult times. Let them know how encouraging it is to work for a caring person. Complete your note by sharing how much you look forward to putting this challenging time behind you.

3. Appreciation for a Promotion, Raise, or Bonus

Whenever you receive recognition at work, your boss probably helped make it happen. After a promotion or financial reward, thank them in writing. Pen a letter on attractive stationery or compose a formal email—as this is a case where a handwritten note or verbal thanks isn’t enough.

Express how excited you are about your new position. Mention how the recognition will make a difference in your life. Finally, let your boss know how much it means to work for someone like them.

4. Thanks for a Referral or Recommendation

When your boss provides a recommendation to another department or organization, immediately show how much it means to you. Thank them for taking the time to do so, and let them know how much weight their opinion carries.

If you’re attempting to transition to a new position, also let your boss know how much working for them continues to mean to you, whether things work out with the referral or not.

5. Gratefulness Upon Leaving

The last impression you make is as important as the first. When taking the next steps in your career,  give your boss a note written on personalized stationery that establishes your gratitude. Mention that they have been a role model and list specific information that you’ve learned from them. Above all, share how much you enjoyed and valued working for them.

 

It’s always a great time to show appreciation to a boss or coworker. Elegant stationery designs dramatically amplify the impact, so connect with Curio Press in St. Louis, MO, for help. They offer homemade pads and stationery sets with handcrafted designs. Call (314) 499-6866 to learn more, or explore their offerings online and find out how to get 10% off your next purchase.