Thursday, November 25, 2010

Use YOUR words people....


Quick fix today..

When writing emails or asking questions of any of your colleagues, use your words. Far too many times I am the recipient of emails from colleagues that use too many words or words that seem regurgitated.

Example you ask?

"Please ensure the size of the images are standardized so when we implement them into power point there is consistency......"

could save time with..

Can images be consistent in size? Will be easier to put into PP?

I just don't see the point of unnecessary words. There once was a time when bigger words gave a sense of a bigger brain, yup it was called university. In the office setting, keep it short and sweet, it will catch on. Don't "bastardize" words that you hear thrown around. Use your own vocabulary you will come off with an aura of efficiency.

If you're email spans more than three sentences, pick up the phone and dial.....

Song of the day:

The Cure- "Love cats"