This archive report was first published on 24 October 2021.
Revamp Your Email Game ¶
Are you tired of using the same old email phrases that make you sound unprofessional? It's time to spice up your email correspondences with these 30 clever alternatives.
Published on October 24, 2021.
- Instead of 'Sorry for the delay', say 'Thanks for your patience.'
- Instead of 'You're welcome', 'No worries', or 'No problem', say 'Always happy to help.'
- Instead of 'I think maybe we should', say 'It would be best if we…'
- Instead of 'Hopefully that makes sense', say 'Let me know if you have any questions.'
- Instead of 'Just wanted to check in', say 'When can I expect an update?'
- Instead of 'My bad. Totally missed that.', say 'Nice catch. Updated and thanks for letting me know.'
- Instead of 'I hope this email finds you well', say 'I know you're swamped, so I'll be brief.'
- Instead of 'I'm eager to get your expertise on…', say 'I'd love an update on…'
- Instead of 'I haven't heard from you', say 'Quick reminder.'
- Instead of 'Regards', 'Kind Regard', or 'Cordially', say 'Best wishes', 'Sending you the best', or 'Speak with you soon.'
- Instead of 'Take care', 'Cheers', or 'Have a great day', say 'Talk soon', 'Until next time', or 'You're the best.'
- Instead of 'I can't thank you enough', say 'Thanks a million', 'Thanks for your consideration', or 'With appreciation.'
- Instead of 'You're a lifesaver', say 'Bye, Felicia', 'Later alligator', or 'Toodles.'
- Instead of 'Bye for now', say 'Lots of love.'
