How do I address my employer?

Question

I just got an email telling me I've been accepted to an internship. I have only met my supervisor once. In my reply email, should I address him as "John" or "Mr. Doe?"

Thanks!

Answer 1

MR. DOE. LOL. ARE YOU DISRESPECTING HIM THAT FAST?

Answer 2

For good first impressions, your best bet is always the formal address.

However, when you see him, you may ask him something like the following:
"I do not wish to overstep my bounds, but, do you prefer me to address you as Mr. Doe from now on?"

He will either accept this, or he may allow you to address him by his first name. That is his choice.

Maybe at a later time, when he gets to know you better, he may change that to first name basis.

Answer 3

Mr. Doe of course. Correct way.

Answer 4

Start out with Mr. Doe, until he says "oh no, call me John".

Answer 5

In my opinion anyone in higher authority should be addressed as "Mr. Doe"

Answer 6

you should use Mr. Doe. looks professional and good on you

Answer 7

I would address him by Mr. until he tells you other wise.

Thats how I handle any professional relationship.

Answer 8

It would be more appropriate to use Mr. Doe, until he tells you otherwise.

Answer 9

How about...

To whom it may concern:

Actually,

Dear Mr. Doe,

should be fine

Answer 10

I'd use his last name first, and his first name if you use his name again in your response. technically speaking that is the polite thing to do, but to play it safe you could avoid his first name. kudos on your new job!

Answer 11

Dear Sir or Madam will suffice.

Dear Mr. John Doe - no - but thanks for the laugh.