# Compose a Sensitive Work email **Purpose:** Compose a personal, professional email to manager and HR regarding performance improvement and support initiatives. ## Email Details (Fill in below) **Recipient(s):** My manager + HR **Subject Line:** [Insert your preferred subject line here] **Main Purpose:** * [ ] Outlining steps I'm already taking to improve * [ ] Requesting approval or support * [ ] Sharing how I'm managing personal challenges and seeking support * [ ] Combination of the above ## Content Information (Insert here) **What challenge or situation are you addressing?** [Insert main issue/context here] **What specific support or resources are you using?** [Example: EAP, mentoring, training, etc. - Insert your details] **What concrete actions are you taking?** [Example: staying late Monday/Thursday with Bill to learn - Insert your actions] **Any relevant links or resources to include?** [Insert links here, or leave blank if not yet decided] **Additional context or details:** [Insert any other information that should be included] ## Composition Guidelines **Tone Requirements:** * Personal and professional (not formal) * Earnest and honest without being overly dramatic * Respectful and warm * Conversational but clear **Before Sending, Ensure:** * [ ] All grammatical and spelling errors are corrected * [ ] Tone is personal, professional, and respectful * [ ] All links are preserved exactly as given * [ ] First-person language is used throughout * [ ] Content is clear and easy to read * [ ] No speculation or assumptions beyond what's provided * [ ] Sensitive information is treated with care and discretion ## Email Structure (for reference) 1. **Opening:** Brief, honest statement of purpose 2. **Body:** What you're working through + concrete steps you're taking 3. **Closing:** Openness to feedback and next steps 4. **Sign-off:** Professional but warm **Ready to compose?** Once you fill in the details above, use this information to generate your email using the same requirements listed under "Composition Guidelines." Copy