A site visitor writes: What does it mean when someone replies to your email with a blank message (i.e., empty message box; no message text, not even your original message)? There were no attachments from them, nor a return receipt function from me. … [Read more...]
How should I perceive large font use in e-mail?
A site visitor inquires: Does the font size matter in an e-mail? What I mean is if your font is large does it also mean that the person is yelling or screaming at you? I have a coworker who does this and am not sure how to take it... We have to … [Read more...]
Using “…” at the End of Sentences in Email
What does ... really mean? As my regular readers know, I constantly remind folks to use proper sentence structure and grammar when composing their emails. I pretty much leave it at that -- I am not a grammar writer or an English language major. … [Read more...]
Adding Emphasis Without Shouting (and Embarrassing Yourself)
Has this ever happened to you? You check your email and there awaits an email with select text in caps. Then, parts of the text are actually changed to the color red! What are they so upset about? What did I do, didn't do, say, didn't say? … [Read more...]
Email From: Field Display Matters!
I get emails from other business onliners where the From: field is not set up properly or to its full advantage. Every day. Two this morning which prompted this post. Why is the From: field so important? From branding to perceptions, those you … [Read more...]
Seeing Red in Business E-mails
When Senders change certain verbiage within an e-mail to the color red, they are making a point -- and a strong point at that! The use of red to indicate emphasis is an extra effort taken by the Sender to make sure the Recipient understands just how … [Read more...]
How to Do Email Newsletters for Technical Business Topics
Today I have a great guest post for you from Levy Williamson a very talented up and coming author. Enjoy! Email newsletters must follow a precise protocol. It can be difficult to create a template that works, since unlike person-to-person emails, … [Read more...]
Emotional Formatting and Discretion in Business E-mails
My advice is sought quite regularly about what to do about a given business e-mail conflict, misunderstanding or situation. In every case I am provided one side of the story. We all know there are always two. In most cases the crux of concern … [Read more...]