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Follow Up Emails

We have all been in a situation where we urgently need a response on a topic and our follow up emails are simply not getting us an answer. We often assume the recipient has more pressing matters and fear being annoying. However, there are some strategies that help getting the response you need. Here are some tips to keep in mind:
-Keep your goal in mind. What outcome do you desire?
-Make sure the subject of your email shows clarity and a call to action.
-Refer to any previous emails.
-Be polite and respectful of their time.
-Don’t be unnecessarily pushy or aggressive.
-Be very specific about what you want from recipient and why.
Now look at the quiz below and guess if you think the phrases demonstrate a sense of being polite but firm, are too pushy or aggressive or do not really call for action.
More useful phrases for a quick response:

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