A single birthday wish can make someone’s day. But when it’s accompanied by several well-wishes, the impact multiplies. This is true on your coworker’s big day as well – so extend them a warm birthday greeting to let them know you remembered! Here are some ideas of what you might say in an email or note card.
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#1 Happy birthday to a person of many talents! You have an amazing ability to turn your hand to anything and do it superbly. Your dedication and enthusiasm shine through everything you do, and we all love you for it. Have a wonderful day and a fabulous year ahead.
#2 Happy birthday to someone who always works so hard, no matter what they’re doing – from the smallest tasks up to the biggest projects – you give them your full attention and complete commitment. We all hope that your special day is as grand as you deserve, both now and in future years.
#3 Today is your big day; the time when we celebrate the fact that something this good has happened at all! It’s been such an honor working with you, and on this day of all days, I want you to know that I appreciate everything you do for us. Have a wonderful birthday!
#4 I cannot imagine what our department would be like if we didn’t have your expertise and wisdom – it is invaluable to us all. Thank you for teaching us, guiding us, and leading by example. We hope you have an amazing birthday today and an even better year ahead!
#5 Today marks the start of another year in your journey of life, years filled with happiness and success – things that come so naturally to you. You are one in a million; there is no doubt about it! Wishing you every joy on your special day. May all of your dreams come true today and always!
#6 We all wish you a great day and a birthday to remember, even if it is a year late – I think we can forgive them for forgetting after all the years you’ve put up with them! Happy birthday.
#7 Happy birthday to our dear coworker, we hope you have an amazing special day with loads of love and joy. May today be the start of your successful journey through this year! Happy Birthday
#8 To our favorite coworker, thank you for always being there when we need you. From the bottom of all our hearts, thanks for everything! You are truly one in a million! Have a great birthday today and every day!
#9 Happy birthday to someone who cares deeply about their work and about doing things right. Thank you for working so hard every day—we appreciate it very much. May life continue giving you all that’s good throughout the year ahead! Happy Birthday
#10 Happy birthday to the best office furniture anyone could ask for. Since you’re always there when we need you, cheer us up when we’re down and provide a shoulder to cry on. We couldn’t do this job without you!
#11 Happy birthday to the hardest worker in the department! I know that I can rely on you to get things done, even during crunch times—and then come into my office at 9 PM with champagne (or chocolate) like it was nobody’s business. You rock!
#12 Happy birthday to an amazing colleague who goes out of her way for everyone else while juggling so many other responsibilities all at once—and still finds time for her family and friends. It takes someone very special to be that selfless. We appreciate you!
#13 Happy birthday to a loyal and wonderful friend. You’re one of those people who is always there for us, and we’re grateful beyond words for all your help and support over the years. Let’s celebrate how far we’ve come!
#14 Happy birthday to our trusted guide, confidant and leader with an impressive work ethic and razor-sharp insights into business. It is no wonder you are so successful today—you deserve every bit of it! Happy birthday and here’s to many more successes in the future.
#15 Thank you for being such an awesome coworker! You lead by example, motivate everyone around you without even trying, and always seem to know the right thing to say—or just spring into action and handle it yourself. I’m so glad we get to work together.
#16 Thank you for always being good to me, even when I need a favor or two (or twelve) late at night and on weekends. I’d be lost without your support, and more than that: your friendship. Happy birthday!
#17 You may think I don’t notice all the things you do behind the scenes; but seeing how much easier my job is with you around, not to mention the number of laughs we share on a daily basis… well, let’s just say that wouldn’t be possible without you! Thank you for everything—especially ALL MY RED PEN MARKS!
#18 Happy birthday to a coworker who never fails to make everyone around them feel like the most important and interesting person on the planet. That’s quite an accomplishment, and I am thankful everyday for knowing you.
#19 Happy birthday to someone whose smile is as contagious as your work ethic! It’s refreshing to be reminded that not all people working under pressure are grumpy about it. You inspire all of us with your positivity and enthusiasm. You deserve a wonderful day full of love and laughter – enjoy!
#20 It takes a lot of talent and dedication to leave such great impressions on so many people at once – happy birthday! No matter what happens, we will always remember just how good you were at making feel welcome and important.
#21 Happy birthday to someone who is a model citizen here at “work” and in the community. You’re always willing to help others and show you care about what we do and how we do it. I hope your birthday brings you great joy and satisfaction.
#22 Happy birthday to someone whose work ethic inspires, humbles, and surprises me every single day! Just when I think you couldn’t possibly do any more than you already have for us all, you prove me wrong again. That’s why we love having you around. Happy birthday!
#23 It takes a lot of skill, effort, and dedication to make such an impact on our daily lives – happy birthday! As much as your presence makes this place a better place to work, your contributions don’t go unnoticed – we all appreciate you and everything you do.
#24 Happy birthday to a special coworker who can always be relied upon. No matter what the task, I know you’ll get it done. And while you may not think of yourself as particularly “creative,” your ideas are always surprising and exciting. Happy birthday!
#25 It was great to see that our paths have crossed in this life. You are such an amazing person and my pleasure working with you ever since we met at work daily. Wishing you a very happy birthday.
#26 I hope that today is the best day of all and that there will be many more wonderful years to come for you just like today has been so far! Wishing you lots of love, joy and happiness your special day!
#27 Today is your special day and I hope it is one you will cherish forever! Wishing you all the joys of this world to come, lots of love and happiness on this very special day.
#28 Happy birthday. You are a truly valued colleague who brings so much light into our lives. We are lucky to have you here with us – just wanted to remind you today.
#29 You are an important part of the team that makes work such an enjoyable place to be every single day! Wishing you all the best for many happy returns in life ahead! Many congratulations on your birthday. You deserve nothing but the very best today and always because you’re simply wonderful at what you do!! Have a great day celebrating alright!
#30 You are someone special. You live life to the fullest and always find something to smile about. It makes our day when we see you smiling. Happy birthday!
#31 Happy birthday to someone who is so much more than just a coworker. Thank you for being our friend, and thank you also for your support, encouragement and for always stepping up to help whenever we need it.
#32 You’re an amazing person with extraordinary work ethic—and not only that but you’re great at what you do too! You’ve helped us in many ways through the years; letting us know that we can count on you makes the workdays run much smoother. Just another reason to love having such an awesome colleague like you around.
#33 Happy birthday! Everyone appreciate what a great job you do, how good you are at getting things done, and all the time and effort that goes into doing it. Thanks for all you do.
#34 Happy birthday to someone we can always count on—a coworker who is dedicated and loyal, and who makes us feel like we’re part of a great team. We appreciate your hard work and wish you the best! Here’s another round on us!
#35 Another year has passed, and I know you have grown as a person because I’m not sending this to my boss! Happy Birthday.
#36 It’s your special day so come out from behind that desk and let your hair down! Everyone will forgive you if it gets messy as long as there are party hats involved. Happy Birthday.
#37 You’re easy-going, supportive, creative, helpful, energetic… the list goes on – you’re just a great coworker to have around! Happy Birthday, and keep on being you.
#38 You remind me of what it’s like to wake up in the morning looking forward to coming to work; I’m glad you decided to share that feeling with us! Happy birthday.
#39 We know your real age because we’ve all counted the candles on the cake for this big day. Congratulations, and thanks for making work more enjoyable by helping us see life through rose-colored glasses—and making sure that that view is never clouded over!
#40 Today is special day so let us join hands together and wish you a very happy birthday. You are so caring towards others so may God bless you in every step of your life. Cheers!!
#41 Dear colleague, you have been a true leader and role mode for all of us. As your career moves ahead, we wish you happiness and good luck in the future. Wishing you a happy birthday.
#42 Thank you for being such a great help with our last project – it would have been so much harder without your support! I hope this year is awesome for you!
#43 Happy birthday to my awesome coworker! You do amazing work every day and deserve some serious celebration on your special day. Hope it’s awesome from start to finish!
#44 A heartfelt “thank-you” for all that you do every single day to make the office run smoothly, make everyone feel welcome and valued, and make me smile when times get tough. You are a coworker, confidant, hero and friend all rolled into one! Wishing you the best on your birthday!
#45 A great leader, a great friend, and overall just an amazing person. Words can’t describe how much I appreciate everything you do. Here’s to your birthday being absolutely perfect!
#46 You are one of the best people I have ever had the pleasure of working with…..and that is no exaggeration. Your hard work and dedication make us all better, more efficient workers. Thank you for always pushing me to be better at my job!
#47 You are an invaluable part of our company. From the first time I met you I knew we would become good friends because you are someone who has a huge heart and cares about others deeply. Happy birthday to my favorite person in the office!
#48 Work would be so much more difficult and exhausting without you. You’re the calm to my storm, and I will always appreciate your level-headed approach with everything. Thank you for being such a great coworker!
#49 Happy birthday to someone who brings light into our work day when we all need it most. Your positivity makes every day feel that much brighter, and I hope today is just as awesome as you are.
#50 You may not realize this, but there isn’t anyone else in this office quite like you. Your exceptional leadership skills make us want to do better; we love your enthusiasm; and we look up to your commitment and dedication. Happy birthday!
#51 Happy birthday. We’ve been coworkers for a great many years now, and I can say with confidence that you are my favorite coworker of them all. I hope your birthday is everything you deserve.
#52 Happy birthday to someone who always takes initiative. You are the go-to person in our office when there’s something that needs doing. Thank you for never shirking your responsibilities, and I hope you enjoy this important day!
#53 Happy birthday to a valuable member of our team! You make work life so much more enjoyable, and we value all that you do. Many happy returns on this special day.
#54 I hope today is filled with many wonderful surprises. Thank you for everything that you bring to our group, and I wish you the best in the coming year!
#55 Thank you for being an integral part of our company’s success; it couldn’t happen without the work that people like us do every day. We appreciate you.
#56 Today, on this special day of yours, I want to take a moment to thank you for all the things that make your presence in our office so special. Thank you for being my go-to person when I need help or someone to turn to. I hope you enjoy this wonderful birthday!
#57 Happy birthday! You are one who knows how hard we work, but never makes it seem like work at all. That’s why today is about celebrating everything you do and everything you are. Enjoy this day because it really is as great as you are!
#58 Thank you for always taking charge and leading by example; there is no question that our office wouldn’t be where it is without people like yourself. Thank you for all that you do and for making such a difference in our lives. Happy birthday!
#59 Thanks for being a great coworker. You may not realize it, but you’re an integral part of our team. Happy birthday to one of the hardest working people I know!
#60 A work environment is only as good as its members make it, and we are lucky to have a genuinely good person in our midst. Thank you for making every day better. Have a fantastic birthday!
#61 Your sparkling attitude and your willingness to get your hands dirty have been appreciated more than you can imagine. Keep up the amazing work, and happy birthday!
#62 Thank you for being such a positive addition to our company culture. I hope that your many successes continue into the future, and that this year brings lots of fun surprises on the way there.
#63 Happy birthday to a colleague who is always first to volunteer and last to leave. You’re the reason that our team works so well together, and you deserve all the best for your high-quality efforts.
#64 On this special day, I want to say thank you for being such a great coworker. The way you work inspires me, and your positive outlook on life keeps me going. Happy birthday!
#65 May all of your happy wishes come true this year! Best wishes on your special day!
#66 You deserve nothing but the best today and every day. On this wonderful occasion, celebrate yourself, enjoy yourself…and have the happiest birthday!
#67 Happy birthday to a true friend and colleague. You’re always there for me, and I hope we can continue to lean on each other in the coming year.
#68 We appreciate all you do for us – especially your enthusiasm! Every day is better with you here. Happy birthday!
#69 Thank you for being such a great co-worker and team player. We’re lucky to have you on our side, and I hope that continues as we move forward into the future together.
#70 Thank you for being such a wonderful partner at work. Whatever it is we need, wherever we need it, whenever we need it – it seems like you always know how to make everything run smoothly. And on your birthday? Well, don’t even get me started on how great everything is!
#71 Thank you for being such a helpful and supportive colleague. I appreciate your strong work ethic, but also the way that you lift everyone else up when we’re feeling down. Happy birthday to someone who makes this world a better place just by being in it!
#72 Happy birthday to someone with a million and one talents. It’s wonderful having you around – the more skills the better! Thanks for sharing yours with us today, and here’s hoping we can share plenty of cake together tomorrow.
#73 Today is all about celebrating you, our amazing friend and co-worker. We hope this day brings you nothing but joy, fun times, laughs, smiles… and cake. Lots and lots of cake!
#74 Happy birthday to a person who always brings something positive to the table. You’re great at what you do because you have so much passion for it, and that passion makes us better too. So enjoy your special day – we wish you many more just like it!
#75 Happy birthday! I hope today is great fun from start to finish, but if it isn’t you can bet I’ll be there to help out however I can. So take some time for yourself, relax, then get back into the swing of things again tomorrow refreshed and ready for anything!
#76 It feels like just yesterday that we were working together our first day on this job… but all these years later, you’re still my favorite person to be around. I’m grateful for all the new memories we get to make together, and of course for the old ones too! Happy birthday!
#77 We hope you never stop having birthdays of all types – anniversaries, promotions, job changes… Because every one of them is a chance to celebrate your success and look forward to great things in our future together.
#78 I can’t think of anyone else who deserves this moment more than you do today. After all these years, it feels like you really are family now. So let’s have some fun today celebrating that amazing reality!
#79 Happy birthday to our number one fan! You’re always ready with an encouraging word and the knowledge we need, and I don’t know what we would do without you. Thanks.
#80 It’s your birthday, and because you deserve a day just for you, the whole office is closed! Even though it means less time together at work, we all agreed that spending this special day with those closest to us was more important than anything else. So have a happy birthday…and enjoy being pampered all day by those who love you most!
#81 As your coworker and friend I want to take a moment out of the busyness of everyday life to wish you a very happy birthday! You are such a great person to work with, and I am thankful every day that you are in my life.
#82 Happy birthday, coworker! You’re an immeasurable source of inspiration, motivation, encouragement…and fun! Thank you for being who you are, and thank you for letting us be part of your birthday today. May all our best wishes surround you on this special day!
#83 Today is extra special because it also marks a year wiser for the both of us. And many more years to come. Happy Birthday once again
#84 I hope this finds you having the best birthday ever! Wishing you love and happiness always
#85 Hoping your birthday brings excitement beyond measure! Enjoy yourself throughout the day
#86 Happy birthday. You are our “go-to” person for everything that needs to get done, and you do it all with a smile on your face. Today is your day, enjoy yourself!
#87 Happy birthday to the one person who makes this team better in every way. We appreciate your positive influence, your contributions to our fun environment, and all you do for us each day of the year.
#88 Every year you make amazing progress in life. Your dedication inspires me to work harder and be more mindful of my own goals and dreams! I can only imagine how bright the next five decades will be for you. Happy birthday!
#89 Thank you for being such a fantastic coworker – I’m amazed by that you accomplish each day! Let’s continue to do great work together. Happy birthday, hope you have an awesome day.
#90 You are one of the most selfless people I know; always putting others before yourself and never asking for anything in return. Thank you for being such a kind person and friend! Hope your special day is filled with blessings, joy, and happiness! You deserve it all!
#91 Happy birthday to my co-worker who brings positive energy into every room she enters. Your happy attitude is infectious, and I’m grateful for everything you do every day to make our workplace better. May today be as wonderful as you are!
#92 Happy birthday to someone who has done so much more than her fair share throughout the years here at the office. You’re one of the most dependable people I know, and I appreciate everything you do. Hope your day is as special as you are!
#93 Happy birthday! You are one of the hardest-working people I know, and it has been an honor to work with you. Good luck in all your future endeavors.
#94 Happy birthday to our coworker whose positive attitude is contagious. We all love working alongside you because you inspire us on a daily basis. Enjoy this wonderful day!
#95 You are our inspiration to give the best of ourselves every day. Your words of wisdom and friendly smile are always there when needed. Wishing you a super birthday with lots of love attached!
#96 Our office would have been so empty without your energy, optimism, enthusiasm, dedication and genuine affection for all of us around you. Where do I start? Well…happy birthday to someone truly special!
#97 Happy birthday to my favorite coworker who has enriched my life in more ways than one. Thank you for being both a friend and a coworker – but mostly just being YOU!
#98 Thank you for being such an amazing colleague on this adventure with me. You truly make coming into work something I look forward to every single day! Wishing you a fabulous birthday!
#99 Thank you for being a wonderful coworker and a great friend. You make the day-to-day less of a grind, and more about having fun around the office with everyone else! Happy birthday to an all-around lovely person!
#100 Happy birthday to someone who made our work lives brighter from day one. We’re lucky to have you as part of the team – wishing you all the best on your special day!!
#101 Happy birthday! You brought such fresh energy into our office from day one. Thank you for always going that extra mile & making sure we are all happy and comfortable in our roles. And thank you for always listening when I need my venting session 🙂
#102 Thank you for always being so willing to help. You are truly an awesome guy, and I am so happy to call you my friend as well as my coworker. Happy birthday!
#103 Happy birthday to someone who is truly amazing at what they do. Thank you for your dedication and hard work — it has made all the difference to us here. Wishing you a very happy birthday!
#104 Happy birthday to a coworker who’s not only helpful and caring – but also one of the best people we know! You make work that much better because you’re such a positive influence.
#105 Happy birthday to someone who has made such an incredible difference in our workplace. With their kind words, great attitude and willingness to help others grow, this person is simply irreplaceable. We hope they have a wonderful day filled with love, smiles and lots of joy!
#106 Thank you for being so understanding during this difficult time. I truly appreciate everything you have done for me since my mom died, especially your patience as I adjust back at work. Just another reason why I am so thankful for you!!
#107 I want to wish you the happiest birthday ever! Thank you for being the best boss and coworker I could ever ask for. You are one of a kind, thoughtful and just an all-around amazing person. Love you tons!
#108 Happy birthday to someone who brings nothing but positive energy into our workplace. This coworker has made such a huge impact on this place – it’s simply incredible how much they’ve changed everything for the better. We can hardly believe how lucky we are to have them here with us.
#109 Happy birthday to an employee so valuable that they should honestly be paid more than everyone else around them! Thanks for always giving your all at work each day – no matter what obstacles may come our way.
#110 Happy birthday to someone who has worked so hard and become such an important part of our workforce…that we just can’t imagine what our company would be without them. I’m so grateful that we have the chance to work together every day – and even happier for you on your special day!
#111 Thank you for always being there – not just on holidays and birthdays – but also through the good times and bad. You are a surrogate mom and dad many times over, and we could never repay all that you do for us. Thank god for angels like you in everyone’s life!!
#112 Happy birthday, dear friend! On this day of all days, I wish you nothing but the very best. You are a wonderful coworker who makes every single day of work brighter. Thank you for being such an awesome person to know and work with.
#113 On your birthday today, please accept my sincerest thanks for all that you do as a great colleague and friend at work. You are an asset to this company, and we’re blessed that you’re part of our team. Happy birthday!
#114 There aren’t enough words in the English language to say how grateful I am for having someone like you on my side at work—someone who is so kind-hearted, generous, funny…you have it all. A simple “thank you” isn’t enough for everything that you do, but it’s a start. Happy birthday to the best friend and coworker anyone could ever ask for!
#115 You are such a dependable person—and an absolute joy to work with on any project. You go that extra mile every time, and we appreciate all that you bring into our workplace. Count on us wishing you nothing but the world on your special day!
#116 On your birthday today, I wish only the very best of everything for someone who is so deserving of it all. You light up this office with both your super-cheerful personality and your creative approach to every project we work on together. This company wouldn’t be the same without you. Happy Birthday!
#117 We’re so lucky to have you on our team, and not just because of your awesome skills or your can-do attitude. You’re also a wonderful friend who is always there with positive encouragement when we need it most—and that makes all the difference in how we work together. On this very special day, I wish nothing but good things for you. Happy birthday!
#118 Hey, superstar…today is YOUR day! You deserve more than just “happy birthday” wishes—you deserve congratulations for being such an awesome coworker. And although it may only be words sometimes, know that we are all rooting for you every step of the way today and always.
#119 Happy birthday to our favorite manager. Who knew that the nickname “The Boss” actually suited someone so well? Thank you for all your support and commitment. We hope you have a wonderful day!
#120 Happy birthday, dear friend/co-worker. You are an amazing person who brings joy into every room. I hope today is just perfect for you because you deserve it!
#121 Wishing my coworker the most fantastic birthday ever! Have fun blowing out all of those candles on your cake, especially since there are so many of them this year! Woot woot!
#122 Thank you so much for giving me the opportunity to work with you. You are one of the nicest people I know and it’s truly an honor to be able to work beside you every day. I hope today is everything you’ve hoped for and more.
#123 Happy birthday to the person who got me through my first day of work! Thank you for making it so easy. I know that without your help, I would have been completely lost. You are a great coworker and friend, and I hope all your dreams come true today and always.
#124 What’s not to love about working with someone like you? There is no one who brings more joy into the office with their hard work and dedication. Today we wish you nothing but success in everything you do.
#125 Even though we compete with each other on the field, I want you to know that there isn’t another coworker anyone would rather be around off the field. From all of us, happy birthday and best wishes.
#126 You don’t know how happy we are to have a coworker like you in our lives! You do so much more than your fair share, and it never goes unnoticed. Thank you for being such a great friend and colleague. We wish you all the best luck on your birthday!
#127 From everyone here at the office, thank you for being such a cheerful coworker! It is always a pleasure coming into work with someone as caring and positive as you around. I hope today is the best day ever!
#128 Your optimism and good nature make it easy to get through even the toughest of days at work. Today we honor you for all that you do. May everything go wonderfully well on your big day .