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Rejection Email (Kind)

Declining requests while maintaining relationships

The prompt
Decline [request/offer] from [person] because [reason]. Message: 1) Thanks for opportunity, 2) Declines clearly, 3) Explains briefly if appropriate, 4) Keeps relationship positive

How to use it

  1. 1Select Copy the prompt above.
  2. 2Paste it into Microsoft 365 Copilot.
  3. 3Replace anything in brackets with your own detail, then send it.

Copilot gathers and drafts. You verify and decide. Check every figure, name and date against the system it came from before you act on it.

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Manager, HR Professional, Executive, Recruiter, Professional