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E-mail Protocol – 12 Simple Rules
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Featured Article:
E-mail Protocol – 12 Simple
Rules to Stay Connected
By Joy Fisher-Sykes
Electronic mail is a quick, easy, and convenient way to instantly
link up with people around the globe. To ensure our messages don’t confuse or
alienate others, it’s important to practice basic e-mail etiquette. Here are
twelve simple e-mail rules to keep you connected and make sure every communiqué
is clear, polished, and professional.
Rule #1 – Be
concise.
Follow the KISS rule (keep it short and sweet). Get to the point in a clear
manner. Keep paragraphs short - three or four sentences at most. If you find
you need to send an e-mail that is longer than a few short paragraphs, revise
the message or consider picking up the phone or paying a personal visit instead.
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