In business how you e-mail makes a huge difference in how you are perceived as well as your ability to form long-term mutually respectful business relationships. Sending unnecessary e-mails or not respecting your partner's inboxes also can lend to you not being viewed as an efficient company to do business with. E-mail can be an epic … [Read more...]
What About Forwarding Jokes Using Your Business E-mail?
February 24, 2012 By Leave a Comment
There are exceptions to every rule however, this would be one of the rules I suggest you not break. Refrain from forwarding jokes or non-business related e-mails on company time while using your business e-mail address and resources. It is important to show an understanding and respect for the time of those you communicate with by not … [Read more...]
Pay Attention to Whitelists
February 10, 2012 By Leave a Comment
With all the spam and junk mail making its way into our inboxes, ISPs and software companies have come up with lists of criteria, formats and addresses commonly used by spammers that are automatically blocked. Your "whitelist" is the list of e-mail contacts you want to receive e-mail from. Your whitelist can also be known as your approved … [Read more...]
In Business E-mails Keep Your Frustrations — and Emotions — in Check
January 20, 2012 By Leave a Comment
All too often I see business onliners type things in e-mail in a way that without a doubt reflects their frustration or aggravation without thought or consideration of the consequences. They display a tone that I know they wouldn't use on the phone or in person. It is so easy to just type out cryptic thoughts and sentences when we feel we are … [Read more...]
3 Rules for Posting Your Business Links
January 13, 2012 By Leave a Comment
Part and parcel of online marketing is getting your business links "out there." But just as with anything, there is a right way and a wrong way. In my earlier post Blog Comment Etiquette, I discuss the proper way of participating on Blogs and posting comments. Remember, online is all about participation; proper participation. For forums and … [Read more...]
10 Business E-mail Etiquette New Year Resolutions
December 30, 2011 By Leave a Comment
Resolutions abound at this time of year. But none are as important as those that can enhance your business success, right? The last year brought social media home for good -- which means even more written electronic communications. With more communications, comes more exposure and opportunity to form a professional impression. It's called … [Read more...]
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