Saying “I enjoy working with you” at work
Why it can fall flat
“I enjoy working with you”
Said alone, it can feel vague, stiff, or like a goodbye or the setup for a request. Usually you just mean something specific about working together is going well.
Say this instead
- 01
It's been great working with you on this project. Your clear direction makes my job a lot easier.
Boss · Chat
Naming what you value in your boss's direction makes the thanks read as real appreciation instead of flattery.
- 02
Working with you on this has been easy and a lot of fun. Thanks for always picking things up so quickly.
Coworker · Chat
Easy and friendly, it fits well right after you finish a task or sprint together.
- 03
It's a pleasure working with you and your team. Your quick feedback keeps everything moving smoothly.
Client · Email
A status email gets warmer when the client is credited for something specific like fast feedback.
- 04
You're a real pleasure to have on the team. I appreciate how early you flag problems, it helps all of us.
Someone you manage · Chat
Tying the warmth to early problem flagging encourages a team member to keep doing it.
- 05
Thank you for being so clear and responsive throughout this process. It has been a pleasure working with you.
Recruiter / HR · Email
Polite and measured, this suits a wrap-up or follow-up note to a recruiter.
- 06
Hi Mr. Barnes, it's been a pleasure helping you with your order. Message me anytime if you need anything else. Nandini
Customer · SMS
It closes a service interaction warmly and leaves the door open if the customer needs more.
- 07
Great working with you today. Thanks for jumping in on the report, it made the afternoon much easier.
Coworker · SMS
Casual and quick, it works as a same-day thank-you when you're away from your desk.
Examples
Hi Aarti, Thanks for sending the revised designs so quickly. It's a pleasure working with you, and your clear notes have made this round of changes much smoother. I'll share our feedback by Thursday. Best regards, Oscar
Thanks for covering the client call, Frankie. Working with you on this has been easy, and I really appreciate how well you keep everyone updated.
What to avoid
- Using it to lead into a favor or a hard request will make it sound like you're softening the person up.
- Over-the-top praise like “best colleague ever” tends to read as insincere in a work message.
- Leaving out any detail makes the line feel empty, while one specific thing you appreciate makes it believable.
- Personal-sounding versions sent to one person you manage can look like favoritism if you wouldn't say the same to the rest of the team.