Stuff about reading and writing better e-mails.

== How to write e-mail w/ military precision ==

Original article: [[https://hbr.org/2016/11/how-to-write-email-with-military-precision|How to write e-mail w/ military precision]]

Subject lines should contain keywords:

 * ACTION – Compulsory for the recipient to take some action
 * SIGN – Requires the signature of the recipient
 * INFO – For informational purposes only, and there is no response or action required
 * DECISION – Requires a decision by the recipient
 * REQUEST – Seeks permission or approval by the recipient
 * COORD – Coordination by or with the recipient is needed

First line of e-mail should be "BLUF" (Bottom Line Up Front) or "Bottom Line". One or two sentences asking who, what, where, when, and why.

Use active vs. passive voice. Attempt to fit e-mails "before the fold" (i.e. no scrolling required). Instead of attachments, send links to documents/files.

== Relevant ==

 * [[AdvocacyTaglines]]