Counseling Memo Format
Counseling Memo Format
SAMPLE LETTER
Date
This is to confirm the meeting that I had with you on _______________. During this meeting, which was
attended by ______________________, I expressed my concern about (describe the inappropriate behavior
and the consequences of the employee’s actions)
(If it is appropriate to refer the employee to the Employee Assistance Program, add: “I encourage you to
contact the Employee Assistance Program for confidential assistance in resolving any personal problems
that may be impacting your work performance and/or behavior”. However, please understand that it is
your responsibility to ensure that you correct the concerns listed above).
I will be giving you an evaluation within the next 30 days to let you know how you are doing in
maintaining good performance and achieving these goals. Please let me know if you have any questions
regarding these instructions.
For example, a business has sales of $1,000,000, cost of goods sold of $600,000, and
selling expenses of $250,000. Its gross income is $400,000 and its net income is
$150,000.