Apology Email to a Coworker for Taking Credit (Short Version)
Use this template when you have inadvertently or unfairly received credit for work that a coworker contributed to or led. This email acknowledges the mistake, gives proper credit, and commits to ensuring fair attribution going forward to preserve your professional relationship and workplace trust. A shorter version for quick sending.
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Apology Email to a Coworker for Taking Credit
Use this template when you have inadvertently or unfairly received credit for work that a coworker contributed to or led. This email acknowledges the mistake, gives proper credit, and commits to ensuring fair attribution going forward to preserve your professional relationship and workplace trust.
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View TemplateHow to customize this template quickly
- Replace each placeholder with your real details.
- Adjust one sentence for your exact timeline and context.
- Read once for tone, then send.
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