What to Write in a Boss's Day Card: 15 Message Ideas from Hallmark

In the U.S., National Boss Day is celebrated annually on October 16, and if it falls on a weekend, then it is celebrated on the working day closest to it.

Boss’s Day got its start in 1958 when State Farm Employee Patricia Bays Haroski registered the holiday with the United States Chamber of Commerce in honor of her father. Today, the holiday is recognized across the globe as employees celebrate exemplary bosses every year.

Boss’s Day Messages: An Opportunity to Show Appreciation

Founded with the goal of improving employee-boss relationships, Boss’s Day gives employees the opportunity to show appreciation for their managers and supervisors, especially those who go above and beyond in their actions toward employees throughout the year.

With a happy Boss’s Day Hallmark greeting, employees get the chance to surprise their supervisors and send a thank-you message to the boss that will undoubtedly be a pleasant surprise!

This holiday is also a chance for upper-level management to recognize middle and frontline managers who are doing a great job. An employee appreciation card may be just what your team leaders need to keep them engaged and passionate about your business.  

When you select a greeting card with an encouraging Boss’s Day card message or boss appreciation quote for middle managers at your company, you’ll be giving them an encouraging boost and letting them know you appreciate all their hard work throughout the year.

From Formal to Informal, Hallmark Has Ideas for Every Card

It can be difficult to decide on the right personalized message to include in your greeting card. After you find that perfect card for your boss, read through these examples of Happy Boss’s Day messages you could write inside.

Here are some examples of formal messages to write in Boss’s Day cards:

• “Wishing you a Happy Boss’s Day, with great appreciation for everything you do.”

• “Thank you for always challenging me to improve and grow.”

• “Your leadership and mentorship mean a lot. I appreciate your support of my professional development.”

• “Once a year isn’t enough to express how much our team appreciates you every day.”

• “Thanks for everything you do for us.”

Here are some examples of informal messages to write in Boss’s Day cards:

• “If someone has to be the boss of me, I’m glad it’s you!”

• “Thanks for being our fearless leader and helping us through this crazy year.”

• “I can’t think of anyone I’d rather have for a boss. Thanks for all you do.”

• “Being our boss can’t be easy, but you have made it look that way.”

• “This company has many advantages over other employers but having you as the boss is the best one!”

Here are some examples of messages to managers and leaders from the executive team:

• "Through changes and challenges, you've been great. Thank you for leading your team and our company with grace and empathy."

• “The way you keep your team aligned, focused and engaged sets a great example for the whole company.”

• “Happy Boss’s Day to someone who lives the mission and vision of our company and always goes the extra mile.”

• “Thank you for going above and beyond to care for our people. Your leadership is very much appreciated."

• "Thanks for all that you do to keep this company running!”

When you write a thank-you note for your boss, it may come as an unexpected—yet very welcome—surprise. Throughout the year, your teammates work on many projects together, and your immediate supervisor takes on a lot of responsibility. A few words of thanks and a quick appreciation message for your boss can convey exactly how much you enjoy working for them and being part of their team.

As Hallmark’s selection of greetings and gifts continues to expand, the possibilities for sending thoughts of gratitude on Boss’s Day (and on other special days throughout the year) are practically endless! Whether it’s a card that includes a few of your own thoughtful words or a bouquet of fresh-cut flowers to accompany your sentiment of gratitude, your gesture is sure to be appreciated.

We’re always looking for ways to make things easier and more convenient for our partners, so be sure to learn about our Mail to One service that allows you to select, personalize and send a card to a single recipient online—we’ll mail it on your behalf.

Don’t let National Boss Day sneak up on you. Instead, plan to surprise your manager or supervisor with a Hallmark card that shares your kind words of appreciation for all they do—and be sure to use the writing examples to help you craft a great message inside.