Asking the boss to attend a conference can sometimes be a daunting task.
We have constructed a sample letter you can use to send to your boss.
On the right, you can cut and paste the letter and fill in the parts that are applicable to your company.
Sample Letter
To: Name of your manager and/or person who would approve your request to attend
Cc: Finance/HR
From: Your name here
Date: Fill in as appropriate
Dear ...........
This letter is to request support for my attendance at the Workplace Review offered by The Association for Payroll Specialists.
It is being held at (insert your State's location). The fee to attend the Workplace Review is only ....... for 2 days (fill in as appropriate according to your membership status).
As a simple payroll mistake can be costly, compliance with State and Federal legislation is essential.
Ongoing education can make the difference between a $20,000 saving or a $200,000 fine.
This training opportunity relates to my job in the following ways:
1. Payroll legislation is constantly changing. If our company does not understand and implement the legislation correctly we may become liable for a number of fines and penalties.
2. The conference has 16 topics to choose from including:
- Superannuation
- Terminations
- Expats
- Excel Masterclass
- Leave
- FBT
3. By attending the conference I will have web access to the handouts for all 16 sessions.
I am attaching a copy of the course descriptions and registration information for your review.
This conference will help me become a more effective Payroll Professional. It will allow me to upgrade my skills and increase my knowledge. I will be able to network with my peers which will allow me to seek solutions to common problems providing you with a more efficient, capable and professional payroll service.
Thank you for your time and consideration of this training request. Please feel free to contact me if you need additional information.
Yours Sincerely: Your Name Here