It's essential to keep your cool and appear "put-together" in your communications. Do you use appropriate terms in your emails? If yes, great. But of not, you should stop using phrases that make you sound less confident and unsure of yourself. Pretty sure you don’t want to portray such an image of yourself in front of the recruiter/panel.
Apologies
Example: "I'm sorry to have bothered you," he said. "Please accept my apologies for calling in once again." Sorry. Could I have a little more clarity please?
Is there something you did incorrectly? In any other situation, refrain from using the term "sorry" or a substitute, such as "apologies," in your email correspondences. There's no need to apologise for sending that particular email. The information you provide to them may be helpful (in which case they should thank you). Or you may be asking for the information you require, and it is their responsibility to provide it.
Just
Just is a favourite of most users while writing emails. But instead of sounding stronger, we appear relatively weak. It indicates that the issue is unimportant by scaling back something that could come off as too challenging. Simply delete the phrase "Just checking in" or "Just wondering" from your text the next time you're inclined to use it. The end result will be much more immediate and optimistic.
Maybe
"Maybe" is a flimsy word that implies uncertainty and hesitation. "Perhaps I'll be able to pull this off." Be confident about whatever you are speaking about. If you're having trouble setting up a time to meet, try giving the recipient a few options without including maybe. Watch out for adverbs like "probably or possible or perhaps" as well.
Actually
It may appear benign on the surface, but it conveys a sense of apprehension in your tone. That word serves no purpose other than to clutter up the email.
Filler words tend to make you sound less confident in your abilities. They give the impression that you need to add more words to make up for the emptiness. “Actually, I recently did that.” “Actually, I believe we could do this instead.” It turns out I'm fantastic at it. As always with “like” in ordinary speech, it deviates from the text much more than it adds to it.
Emoticons
Even though they are not technically a word, it's a rare occasion when using emojis in business communication is suitable unless you're on extremely casual terms with the receiver. It only makes you appear naive and overly earnest if you include them as well.
While using winks isn't always a bad idea, it's better to keep them to a minimum. You must gauge the mood of the conversation before adding too many winks to your message.
Every word counts in each sentence in your email, especially the longer ones. Find the shortest possible expression if possible. In general, the more filler words there are in an email, the less credible it will seem. The more extra words you can eliminate from your writing, the more quickly your message will be understood. The greater appreciation the recipient will feel for not having to wade through meaningless fluff.
To be safe, before opening the email, send it to yourself and act as if you have never seen it before. The way you come across to yourself will give you clarity. Can you confirm that you've entered all the necessary details? Is there something you're forgetting? When it comes to what, exactly, are you going too far?
Emails may be made way better and more assured sounding with experience, effort, and a little careful thought.
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