Dear Stan:
You have a man in your employ that I have thought for a long time should be fired. I refer to Tommy Tan. He is a fellow of a good deal of ability, but for a long time I have been convinced that his heart is not in his work.
There is no question but that this man Tommy has in some ways been an ornament to our organization. His hair, for one thing, being long and messy gives an artistic carelessness to his personal appearance that somewhat impresses such men as Mr. YH and Mr.JK when they come into the office.
But Tommy is not really productive. As I have said his heart is not in his work. I think he should be fired and if you will not do the job I should like permission to fire him myself. I therefore suggest that Tommy be asked to sever his connections with the company on 25th July 2013. He is a nice fellow. We will let him down easy but let’s can him.
Respectfully submitted,
Tommy Tan
