MeMail is all about the sender. Their views, their photos, their discretion, their personality. The term MeMail makes note of the narcissism inherent in our e-mail activities. We are just thinking of "Me" and what we want to do at that moment in time. I don't … [Read more...]
HELP! I Sent an E-mail to the Wrong Person!
Panicked onliners contact me quite regularity asking my advice and help about what they should do after sending an e-mail to the wrong person. "Can I get the e-mail back?" Nope. Once you click Send the e-mail is officially and irretrievably on its way. Comedy of Errors? The last situation … [Read more...]
“Customers” Should E-mail with Clarity
Part of being a good consumer and customer is communicating with clarity in your e-mail communications. When you send questions by e-mail or through a website's contact form that is an opportunity to show what a good customer you are or have the potential to become. Simply because you are the … [Read more...]
Employment E-mails: Dear or No Dear, Colons or Semi-Colons?
A site visitor was curious and pondered: ...after I enter the individual's name what is the best punctuation? I am applying for a lot of jobs online and when I respond to their interest in my resume I am not sure of the correct approach. Sometimes I see "Dear James:." other times I see "James;" … [Read more...]
Assuming Gender in E-mail
Well, you know what happens when you assume? Making assumptions is something brought up quite often when it comes to e-mail. Assuming never leads to anything positive. Assuming intent, tone, seriousness, sense of humor -- never works out well. If you are unsure; ask. "Unisex" names are now … [Read more...]
How You Type Your Name Matters!
Your name is what identifies you; it's who you are. Making a good impression (or not) can depend on something as little as how you choose type your name in your e-mails. From configuring your e-mail program, to filling out Web inquiry forms or making online purchases, always formally capitalize … [Read more...]
Technology Etiquette is not Device Dependent
Is technology, smartphone or Blackberry etiquette any different than E-mail Etiquette? Nope. I get e-mails almost daily asking me this question. I get asked about smartphone, Blackberry and handheld device etiquette as though by virtue of the device being used, courtesy and common sense does … [Read more...]
No Contact Name to Send a Resume to? Now What?
How do you address an e-mail when you do not have a specific person's name? Onliners often run into this dilemma when job hunting and e-mail me asking what to do. Most websites do include an employment or "Careers" section that details exactly what you should do. Read it and follow those … [Read more...]
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