Signature files have been around since, well, before most current Netizens were even aware that email existed. Before the Web, folks generally had basic contact info and included their favorite quote to indicate their feelings or perspective on certain issues. Now, most will use their properly left-aligned signature file as a quick identifier of … [Read more...]
No Sign-Off? Are You Terse or Rude?
July 14, 2009 By 2 Comments
Your sign-off gives you the opportunity to wrap-up the tone and intent of your e-mail. Not including a closing may seem abrupt, bossy, demanding or impersonal if you don't sign you name with an appropriate closing. When asking for assistance, always close with a TIA, Thanks!, Appreciate your support! -- something that reflects your sincere … [Read more...]
Email Sign-off Considerations
March 17, 2009 By 16 Comments
The topic of how to sign-off an email is one that has perplexed and concerned many a business onliner. Those who are concerned about being perceived favorably wonder about how to leave the appropriate tone, close with the intended meaning getting across as well as how not to look redundant by always including the same closing. First things … [Read more...]
How Important are E-mail Sign-Offs?
September 29, 2008 By Leave a Comment
Very! Those you communicate with will be looking at your e-mail in its entirety to determine your overall tone. For example, if you send a terse e-mail and sign-off with "Have a nice day!" then it is clear that you intended to be sarcastic and the recipient will learn a bit about the type of person you are. The point here is that without a … [Read more...]
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