A bonus, or performance bonus, is a form of additional compensation given to employees beyond their base salary to recognize and reward their hard work, contributions, and the achievement of specific company goals or objectives.
Start with “We are pleased to announce,” setting a positive tone. Detail the specifics of the bonus, ensuring clarity. Express gratitude for the hard work and dedication of the employees. At the end of the letter, encourage them to celebrate their achievements.
Details to Include: Reason for Bonus: Clearly state the extraordinary contribution or innovation that is being recognized. Amount of Bonus: Specify the bonus amount being awarded. Specific Achievements: Detail the specific achievements or contributions that led to the award.
If you're asking for a bonus for a specific project, provide facts and figures about the outcome of the project and how it exceeded the stakeholders' requirements. If you're asking for a bonus for more general reasons, offer details about why you deserve it.
Establish clear and measurable goals: The bonus should be tied to specific goals that are measurable and achievable. These goals should be aligned with the overall goals and objectives of the company.
A common structure is tiered bonuses. Here, employees can achieve different "levels" of bonuses based on their performance metrics. For instance, reaching 80% of a target might secure a smaller bonus, while achieving 120% may earn a significantly larger one.
I would say have a basic, then reward by time at company, reward by commission (this will include individual performance. Then a bonus if the company has done well. Do not change the format once you have decided.