12/05/2022
What else would you add to the list? 👀
Ah, the email. So much can be misconstrued in an email, but it's still a wonderful tool. Here's our take on some common email habits you should break:
1️⃣ Not reading things twice before replying
In our haste, we often skim read and hit the reply button straight away; but so often this can lead to a longer email chain and more time taken up on what could have originally been very simple by just reading the email properly - twice!
2️⃣ Apologising unnecessarily
Guilty! 🙋♀️ We brits are known for saying 'sorry' way too often. Don't make it a habit in emails too!
3️⃣ CC-ing in unnecessary people
There's a time and a place Karen.
4️⃣ Responding when you're frustrated
Oooh it's tough to restrain your inner keyboard warrior, but as per our original comment, things can be misconstrued. Take 5, make a coffee and have a breather. Then come back to it later. Picking up the phone in these instances might work out better also.
5️⃣ Sending huge files
CV's can be massive, particularly in creative industries where there are often portfolios attached. Reduce those files! There are so many online programmes that can do this for free. No-one wants a 15MB document landing in their inbox.
6️⃣ Not proof-reading
Yes, we just re-read everything we typed because of this one. Especially true if you're emailing externally. Professionalism = proof-reading.
What else would you add to the list? 👀👇
