Three Sample Letters to Get Reimbursed for Mister Editorial
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In this note:
A short pitch for upgrading to a paid membership.
Three sample letters—different in style and tone—to encourage your manager or organization to pay for or reimburse you for the cost.
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I am one of you. I’m not pontificating from a distance. I’m in the trenches—managing mixternal storytelling for a multinational corporation.
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Your comms-rade,
Shaun
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Many subscribers transition to the paid version of Mister Editorial with their company’s backing, viewing it as a vital professional development tool. Here are three sample letters—different in style and tone—to help get your boss to sign off on the idea. Adjust as necessary.
Sample Letter 1 for Company Purchase
Dear Boss,
I'd like to propose a valuable investment for the comms team: a subscription to Mister Editorial.
Here's why it's a great idea:
1. Cost-effective: Mister Editorial is a cost-effective solution compared to competing publications, making it an affordable choice for our professional development.
An individual annual subscription to Mister Editorial costs just $164.99/year compared to Ragan Insider ($449) and PRWeek ($420).
2. Relevant content: Mister Editorial provides industry-specific insights, best practices, and guides, ensuring our team stays updated and informed about communication trends, such as how to use AI to enhance productivity or how to respond to crisis events (like the war in Gaza).
3. Practical insights and examples: We'll benefit from actionable advice that can directly impact our communication strategies, helping us achieve our goals more effectively and boosting ROI.
4. Efficiency: Mister Editorial saves us time by consolidating valuable information in one place, eliminating the need for extensive research.
5. Competitive advantage: Staying informed and implementing best practices can set us apart in our field, enhancing our competitiveness.
6. Experience: The founder, Shaun Randol, works in the trenches alongside us. He is the editor-in-chief of mixternal communications at a semiconductor firm and has been at it for 13+ years at places like Bloomberg and BlackRock.
I'm happy to provide more details, share examples of content that's behind a paywall [just ask me—Shaun—for samples!], or address any questions you may have.
I have no doubt that a subscription to Mister Editorial will greatly benefit [my professional growth/our team's professional growth] and success.
Thank you for your consideration.
Sample Letter 2 for Company Purchase
Dear [Your Manager’s Name],
I’d like to continue my professional growth and drive impact at our company by increasing my business acumen. To do this, I’d like to purchase a subscription to Mister Editorial, an affordable resource that offers:
Examples of how other comms professionals communicate with their employees and audiences (exec comms) that cannot be obtained simply by googling.
The only series dedicated to teaching comms professionals how to use artificial intelligence to enhance productivity, efficiency, and idea generation.
Tips, best practices, guides, templates, and ideas that take our comms to the next level.
Guest articles from industry professionals.
Provocative commentary on our profession.
If you’re curious, here is some of Mister Editorial’s most popular content.
The cost is low—just $14.99/month ($164.99/year). [or mention the group discount or team option, depending on your need]
Compare that to Ragan Insider ($449) and PRWeek ($420).
Let me know if I can reimburse this expense to [COMPANY].
Thanks,
[Your Name]
Sample Letter for Reimbursement
Dear [Manager's Name],
I’m writing to request reimbursement for a media subscription to Mister Editorial, which has contributed significantly to my professional development.
I’ve been using Mister Editorial [for length of time] to keep myself updated and informed about the latest trends, techniques, and strategies relevant to our profession.
Mister Editorial has helped me stay ahead of the curve with trends in AI, for example, and has provided me with valuable insights that have made me more efficient and effective in my job.
Moreover, Mister Editorial has also helped me develop new skills and expand my knowledge base, which has proven beneficial for our team’s success. [insert example of something you did at work inspired by Mister Editorial]
I have personally covered the costs of this subscription for the past few months, but I request that the company reimburse me for this expense. I believe this subscription is a valuable investment that will continue to benefit both myself and the team.
I appreciate your consideration of this request and I’m happy to provide any additional information or clarification you may need.
Thank you for being a part of Mister Editorial.
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