Email Etiquette

Posted: October 17, 2023

I hope this Biz Tip finds you well, because today, we're talking about email etiquette.  Is it fun to talk about?  Not necessarily.  Is it a valuable skill that can be the difference between success and failure in your workplace?  I believe so. When I first heard about POMA, it was from outdoor writer and member Tom Claycomb.  He introduced me to the then executive director over email, and my relationship with the organization blossomed from there.  I genuinely believe half the reason I now get to work for POMA was my ability to interact professionally over email.  This may be shocking to you, but not a lot of people in their 20's seem to know how to write a good email. I think my ability to do so made me stand out. That being said, I hope this article by Lindsay Kramer of Grammarly helps you up your email game.

What is email etiquette?

Email etiquette rules in the workplace can vary between industries and cultures, both professionally and globally. It can also vary between generations as email etiquette, like the rules for other forms of communication, evolves over time. However, certain general guidelines apply in most email communications, such as using a professional tone and proofreading each email before you send it. For the rest of the article, click "here"