Apology Letter to Boss for having a Fight with Colleague

Apology Letter to Boss for having a Fight with Colleague

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An employee writes an apology letter to the boss for fighting with a colleague to their employer. In this letter, the employee seeks his boss’s forgiveness for his unprofessional fight with a co-worker. Although an employee may verbally communicate his apology, through this letter, he makes a written and formal apology, which may also be kept in the employee file.

Usually, after being involved in a fight with a colleague, an employee realizes his mistake or fears the unknown dire consequences the employer can take. Therefore, he decides to write an apology letter to his boss. In other instances, an apology letter may act as a reply to the warning letter issued to the employee for being involved in a fight. As the warning letter has been received, the employee knows that the fight has become a formal issue and he might have to face his boss’s reactions, so he decides to write an apology letter to minimize the effects of the warning letter.

The information included in an apology letter depends on the severity of the fight and the management’s reactions. However, the general details included in an apology letter are:

  • Date.
  • Details of the boss/employer.
  • Details of the employee.
  • The incidence of the fight, including the colleague’s name, reason for the fight, etc.
  • Show realization of the mistake and remorse.
  • Apology.
  • Inform that an apology has been made to the colleague, if applicable.
  • Guarantee no repetition.
  • Salutations.

Sometimes, the boss might not accept the apology letter until an apology has been sought from the colleague with whom the employee fought and misbehaved. Therefore, it is a good strategy to seek an apology from the colleague before sending the apology letter to the boss.

Sample Letter

Date

Name

Address

Dear Mr. Johnathan,

I apologize for my behaviour and fight with Mr Sam Johnson on 14th November 20XX.

We were meeting in my office when an argument started regarding the client requirements for the XYZ project. I became aggressive and tried to justify myself. Upon hearing Mr. Johnson’s justifications, I got angry and not only used abusive words but also pushed him toward the door.

I feel extremely apologetic for my behaviour. I do not know and cannot justify why I behaved so unprofessionally. I have already apologized to Mr. Johnson, and being kind as he is, he has forgiven me and will not escalate my case.

I also want to apologize to you. I am sorry for the fight and the abusive language. I will ensure that such behaviour is not repeated. I seek acceptance of my apology, and I hope you will forgive me.

I am sorry again.

Regards,

Jim William.


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