Dear Ms. Wallace, I write to formally apologize for my actions at last week’s staff meeting. When I heard that the company was planning to layoff over 200 employees at the end of the quarter, it struck me on a deeply emotional level. Of course this is a sensitive situation that impacts many of the workers I manage, however, my outburst during the announcement was unprofessional and simply uncalled for. As a Senior Manager I strive to be a leader within my department. I know that my actions (and reactions) reflect broadly on the company that I serve. I should have better contained my response. I hope to be a positive force during this transition period. Letting members of our community go, is always a difficult endeavor to navigate, I hope to make that transition as peaceful and productive as possibile. Please let me know how I can best serve during this time. Sincerely, Edward Miller