A site visitor was curious and pondered: You claim we should create our business e-mails the same as if they were on our business letterhead. After my closing (Sincerely,) am I supposed to include my actual handwritten signature like I do on off-line business letterhead, before my signature file? No, you are not supposed to include your actual … [Read more...]
Every Business E-mail is Marketing!
September 23, 2011 By Leave a Comment
Every e-mail you send is a marketing message that reflects on you and your business. Many underestimate the power that our e-mails have to create new opportunities, build relationships and form new partnerships. E-mail newsletters in particular are something many do not take advantage of (myself included -- it's a time thing) to accomplish … [Read more...]
Business Onliners: You MUST Be Open to Learning
September 16, 2011 By Leave a Comment
On a daily basis I am faced with communicating with business onliners who disregard the importance of Business E-mail Etiquette. Even clients who have been with me for over a decade, who know I have numerous sites and books on the topic, still reflect no effort to communicate in a tech savvy manner. Today, when discussing with a potential … [Read more...]
No Shift Key Questions & Doubts
August 26, 2011 By Leave a Comment
Typing in all lower case in your business communications looks amateurish and reflects a possible lack of education and professionalism. This topic was previously debated on an earlier post about typing in all lower case. Some are of the opinion it is O.K. and that to look "with it" we should mimic the same rather than expect proper written … [Read more...]
Business E-mail Etiquette Includes Reading?
July 15, 2011 By 2 Comments
Having a bunch of Web sites means every single day I get e-mails from folks who do not want to take their time to read the information I provide. In fact, part of E-mail Etiquette includes doing just that! Taking the time to read the information that is available 24/7 or provided to/for you on a Web site, eZine, in an e-mail or order … [Read more...]
Avoid Spammy Business E-mail Subject: Lines
May 27, 2011 By Leave a Comment
If you do spammy things -- spammy as identified by software that is installed to minimize spam, adware, spyware and viruses -- your e-mail risks getting blocked and returned. The Subject: field is just one criteria that software and networks look at to rate an e-mail's spam potential. Not being aware of your Subject: field "spamminess" can … [Read more...]
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