The difference between personal and business e-mails!
Not all e-mails are created equal!
E-mail has changed our lives both personally and professionally. It is an
efficient, easy and even fun way to make plans with friends or bounce ideas
off co-workers. While it is more informal and conversational in nature than
paper-based communication, it is important to remember that not all e-mails
should be created equally.
You use a different tone when speaking to friends than when speaking to
business associates right? Well that same courtesy and professionalism
should apply to business e-mails as well. For example, an e-mail to a
friend might read:
"hey had a gr8 time yesterday :) we'll chat soon. later, me".
While that same information when sent to a business associate might be written:
"Dear Mr. Smith:
Thank you for taking the time to meet with me yesterday. I look forward to
speaking with you in the near future.
Sincerely,
Jane Doe
Chief Financial Officer
[EMAIL PROTECTED]".
A distinct difference exists between the personal and business e-mails.
Business e-mails should be short and concise. Most people are too busy to
read lengthy e-mails searching for the point. It's also important to include
your name, title and your own e-mail address so the recipient knows who you
are and how to contact you. This information is called the signature and most
e-mail programs allow you to set a default signature to appear at the end of
each e-mail.
You probably won't be hired or fired based on your e-mail etiquette
(or e-etiquette). But keep in mind that your business e-mail communication
is a reflection of you. Use your judgement and remember to think before you
click send.
