10 Pre-Written Templates For Your Toughest Work Emails

10 Pre-Written Templates For Your Toughest Work Emails 10 Pre-Written Templates For Your Toughest Work EmailsPosted November 2, 2016, by Vivien Luu Weve all been there. Hunched over the keyboard, staring at the flickering cursor on the screen, wondering, How on earth do I write this email? You start writing, and then delete the whole thing, only to start over because youre not quite sure of what to say (or how to say it). The email ends up getting tossed into the too hard basket (aka the drafts folder), and sits there idle for a few days or weeks until you cant possibly put it off any longer, and finally have to hit send, feeling like a bundle of nerves. Well, you can stop hovering over that send button like youre about to launch a nuke. And theres no need to agonise over whether its better to sign off with Cheers or Best regards (FYI Use Cheers for friendly conversations, and Best regards for more formal emails). ur team of writers has done all the agonising for you We re serving up 10 perfectly phrased, concisely written and completely diplomatic email templates to help you conquer your toughest work emails and navigate those awkward work scenarios with the poise and grace of an Email Etiquette Ninja. From sending a friendly (but not too pushy) follow up email to see whether you got the job, to asking a former manager for a letter of recommendation weve got you covered. Feel free to adapt and use these as you see fit Job hunting 1. You want to write a memorable thank you to your interviewerwithout sucking up 2. You need to chase up a job you applied for but dont want to seem pushy 3. You have to reject a job offer that youve already accepted At work/ In the office 4.Theres a conflict in the workplace and you need to tell your boss 5.You need to say no to a big project/client 6.You need to ask for some time off work (but dont want to go into the details) 7. You have absolutely no idea what the sender wants Career progression 8 . Youd like to ask someone to be your ratgeber 9.You want to catch up with a new contact that you met while networking 10.You need to ask someone to write you a letter of recommendation Bookmark this page, or to take your email etiquette and productivity to the next level, try saving these emails as templates in your inbox. Having them on file means that no matter how tough or awkward the email, youve got this Enjoy. ResourcesMy first resumeCover letter for my first jobCareer Insider StoriesShelley Lask - Body Positive Health & FitnessInterested in becoming a?Human Resources OfficerGeneral ManagerBusiness ManagerAccountantOffice AdministratorPopular Career Searchesguide to ace your next interviewdefine good work ethics in aged carehow to become a social worker in australiahow to become a mental health worker in australiainformal vacation request email CoursesBachelor of Social WorkEnquire zugnglich Enquire OnlineCertificate III in Health AdministrationEnquire Online Enquire Onl ineBachelor of Criminal JusticeEnquire Online Enquire OnlineCertificate III in Allied Health AssistanceEnquire Online Enquire Online Vivien LuuViv is a writer who enjoys researching and writing about creativity, how the human mind works, and neuro processes. She values creativity above all else and admires people who pursue their career dreams, no matter the sacrifice. In her spare time, she binges on HBO shows and epic fantasy novels.Related ArticlesBrowse moreWORKFORCE TRENDSWill cutting migrant numbers save Aussie jobs?The governments decision to slash skilled migrant numbers in a bid to boost local employment has received a mixed response from industry, unions and academics.Career counsellorHigh schoolBe prepared your summer holiday survival guideSchool holidays are on the horizon but if youre in your senior years then chances are you wont want to waste away all your time on sun and sand. You can relax and revise at the same time with this Scout-inspired summer survival guide.CA REER ADVICECAREER INSPIRATION8 new years resolutions to boost your careerTo make sure you get off on the right foot this year, we take a look at some work-related New Years resolutions that will see you catapulting your way to happiness, health and success.