You are an employee at a company and you have been asked to work overtime every day this week, but you have a family commitment that you cannot miss. Write a letter to your manager explaining your situation. Include: why you are unable to work overtime, what you suggest as an alternative solution to complete your tasks, and how you will ensure your regular duties are not neglected.

Dear Mr. Smith, I am writing to explain why I am unable to work overtime this week, despite the additional hours requested by the company. Unfortunately, I have a family commitment that I must attend to every evening this week. This is an important occasion that has been arranged in advance, and therefore, I would […]