Low Attendance

Below are messaging templates to address attendance issues within the Hone program. 

• Text in [bold] requires you to change the email to suit your specific needs.

Subject line options

• A note on attendance for [program name]
• Reminder: Program Commitments
• Important notice regarding your learning program.

Email Template Option 1

Hello everyone! 

Thank you for your attendance and participation throughout our program, [program name]. I wanted to address a question that may be on your mind. 

I am a busy manager with a long list of commitments and priorities. Why should I make time to attend these sessions?

Here is why: 

1. As we move towards a culture of [insert cultural change or reason for program], people leaders like yourself need to be equipped with the knowledge and core skills needed to [insert skills gained from this program. Example: provide impactful feedback at the appropriate times] This program was designed with this specific goal in mind.

2. Continuous learning is essential to our growth and as managers, we ask that you lead with action. By attending these classes, you are demonstrating the importance of continuous learning within our company.

3. It is a sign of respect for your fellow participants. As a cohort, we are invested in each other’s growth. We offer advice, support, encouragement, and feedback to each other. This only works if everyone is committed to doing it for each other.

To maximize our collective growth, please prioritize the remaining classes. Show up on time and be fully present. If unforeseen circumstances prevent you from being on time, you can still join us, but it is important that you create the intention to be there every week. 

Let me know if there are any questions or concerns about this. 

Thank you! I appreciate your dedication to this program and each other! 

Email Template Option 2

Hello everyone! 

Thank you for your attendance and participation throughout our program, [program name]. We’ve noticed a drop in attendance during this program, and we wanted to address why you should attend every class as planned. 

1. As we move towards a culture of [insert cultural change or reason for program], people leaders like yourself need to be equipped with the knowledge and core skills needed to [insert skills gained from this program. Example: provide impactful feedback at the appropriate times]

2. Continuous learning is essential to our growth and as managers. By attending these classes, you are demonstrating the importance of continuous learning within our company.

3. It is a sign of respect for your fellow participants. As a cohort, we are invested in each other’s growth. We offer advice, support, encouragement, and feedback to each other.

To maximize our collective growth, please prioritize the remaining classes. Show up on time and be fully present.

Let me know if there are any questions or concerns about this. 

Thank you! I appreciate your dedication to this program and each other! 

Additional Messaging Templates

• Click this link for messaging templates about missed class.