Are Your Emails Perceived as Terse?
Many emailers do not realize how easy it is to come off as blunt, terse, or demanding. So what happens is you type a couple…
3 Simple Email Etiquette Tips to Impress
Another way to think of email etiquette is that it is a courtesy thing. Email etiquette allows you to control how the other side will…
Email Etiquette Includes Reading
<RANT> Every single day, I communicate with those who don’t take the time to read. I use email all day, every day. But reading my…
When Not to Add to Your Mailing List
Whether personal or business-oriented, the mailing list you use to send mass emails must be managed carefully, respectfully, and courteously. However, did you know that…
When is a Joke Not a Joke in Email?
Joking and sarcasm do not translate well in email and should be avoided unless you are a skilled communicator.
Why Don’t People Reply to Emails?
This is a topic I get asked about — a lot. This week… The natural inclination is “they don’t want to hear from me” or…