Email Writing

Tip: Make it easy for your email reader to respond with a "yes/no" answer or short response.

For example:
Original: "Let me know what your thoughts are on Harry's proposal."
Better: "Should we adopt Harry's proposal?"


Tip: Save time brainstorming via e-mail.

When an important project needs brainstorming, but the key employees are at different locations, do this:
1. The project leader e-mails an outline of the project .
2. The e-mail should have a routing list.
3. The first employee on the list provides input and e-mails it to the next person.
4. The project leader takes the appropriate action.


(Adapted from "Simple Things You Must Do to Keep Your Job Today.")