Almost two months ago, my boss asked me to pick up some catered platters for a company event and said he would reimburse me afterward. The event was a joyous occasion and not appropriate for the handling of monies.

The next week, he mentioned to me on Gchat that he still owes me the money for the platters and will get it to me next time he sees me. I said something to the effect of, “No rush! Just whenever you have the chance.” I should also mention that he only comes in about once per week, at most.

Now that it’s been almost two months, I am absolutely positive he has just completely forgotten. He is certainly well-off financially, usually very conscientious, and an all-around good guy, so there is no other explanation. This isn’t a gigantic issue, but I would like to be reimbursed.

So I need to remind him. What’s the best way to do so? Email? Gchat? Text? Phone? Or in person? And what should the words I use be?

Thanks in advance for any suggestions. Sorry to bother the community with something this trivial, but asking for money is always awkward (whether deserved or not), and perhaps this question could offer insight for other people who also feel uncomfortable asking for the money owed to them.

Topics: work, money, boss, communication, jobs, awkward moments