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started by Atkins Kirkpatrick on 08 Aug 13
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    I just learned an invaluable lesson. I'd an individual register with find out about my work from home business. She came in by way of a coop I was taking part in and was a bit perplexed as to why she received communication from the person who ran the coop in addition to me. She simply wished to know who I

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    I responded to her in my normal, witty manner. The problem was that she didn't know me and she wasn't impressed with my answer. In fact, she was actually insulted. She was kind enough to remind me of the old saying,' You never have a second chance to make a good first impression.'

    As I thought about this I came to appreciate that when working with people that you don't know and that don't know you, you really need to be careful in how you respond and communicate with others. So, I wrote several 'Follow-up Etiquette Methods' that seem appropriate.

    Idea 1: Respond quickly. Too frequently we may possibly get an email or have a message o-n our answering machine that we only delay responding to. That person was type of enough to make an effort for more information about what we're giving. We owe it to them to react to them as quickly as possible. In the end, it'll be described as a advantage to us to take action.

    Suggestion 2: Take the time and energy to think out a great reaction to the issue. Prepare yourself before you return the call. Read and re-read an answer to an e-mail. Ensure you have answered the question or be as prepared as possible to take action.

    Tip 3: Don't try to be too clever or humorous with your answer. The person you're working with may take it a different way and actually, though you may play the role of interesting be insulted.

    Tip 4: Do not demand delivery and read statements. Simply ask anyone the human body of the e-mail to inform you that they got your information.

    Tip 5: Don't use abbreviations. There are many e-mail abbreviations found in order to save time in typing. But most of them are confusing and could be misunderstood.

    Tip 6: Keep is small, simple and to the point. Remember, an individual's time is important. They want there question answered in as little writing as possible. They do not need to read a story.

    Idea 7: Be polite and respectful. Take some time to describe it, even though you're asked a question that you have already solved or that the solution seems obvious. Do not make your partner feel 'foolish' for asking the question.

    There are many other 'etiquette' directions. These are simply a few that I have personally learned. The underside line is this: When some-one wants to know about you and your business, you owe it in their mind to respond quickly, clearly, and professionally.

    In the end, perhaps not only does it help them, it helps you as you handle someone who may be your next team member.

    (To find out more on email etiquette, visit:

    http://www.emailreplies.com/#rules ).

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