Most onliners have never heard of down-editing. Down-editing your email is a necessary skill that adds to clarity in your communications and helps avoid misunderstandings. In addition, responding point by point … [Read more...]
Changing Text Color in Replies
Does anyone you communicate with change the text of their reply to a different color? If so, have you wondered why, or maybe wanted to do the same but weren't sure if that was a good idea? Folks do this so that … [Read more...]
REPLY:, FWD:, REPLY:, FWD:
Here are 8 tips to keep in mind when hitting the REPLY and FWD buttons in your email program: If the Subject: line is now filled with RE:s to the point that the Subject: line is too long to view or … [Read more...]
Explicitness in Your E-mails
ex?plic?it ?adjective fully and clearly expressed or demonstrated; leaving nothing merely implied; unequivocal: explicit instructions; explicit language. clearly developed or formulated: explicit knowledge; … [Read more...]
3 E-mail Tips for Multiple Recipients
When it comes to email conversations amongst a group folks, whether it be business email or personal, there are a few things to keep in mind. Most importantly, think long and hard before clicking "Reply to All". … [Read more...]