Time to Talk Attachments

This time of year gets crazy with attachments. Numerous attachments from procrastinating business folks sent without notice because their business is slow so they assume so is everyone else’s. Hosts sending large PDF invitations (or family update letters) because they don’t want to take the time to hand address classy invites or cards to their guests and excited families sharing their holiday photo activities as they occur.

Technology is a wonderful thing — when used properly with knowledge, understanding and courtesy. Unfortunately all too often it is used as a crutch without thought or courtesy to the other side and to cater to what we are unwilling to do otherwise.

For the record, not all businesses are slow at this time of year to send numerous 10M attachments (sometimes outside of business hours) because that is convenient for you. PDF invites and family update letters; well, I always enjoy getting a hand addressed unique invite or card in the snail mail — that is so much more thoughtful and enjoyable. And as far as all the photos back and forth, that just reflects how many have not yet learned just enough to understand how sending all those large photos all at once can shutdown the other side’s inbox.

There are just a few considerations everyone needs to be aware of when it comes to attaching files to your e-mails. By being cognizant of these important issues you will reflect an understanding of the technology you are participating in (tech savvy) and that you have consideration for the other site.

When it comes to attachments many just attach because that is what they want to do or what is convenient at that given moment. Not cool considering e-mail is not all about you; your e-mail involves the party or parties on the other side.

Why not brush up on attachment dos and don’ts with my article “Don’t Attach That!“?

Some More Info for You:

1. Unannounced Attachments
2. Business Courtesy and E-mail Attachments
3. Let’s Talk About Discretion
4. There is No Me in E-mail [MeMail?]
5. To eCard or Not to eCard