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Articles about tone, clarity, and professional writing.
What to Say When You Need More Time
What to say when a deadline slips, how to ask for more time without sounding evasive, and which details actually help the other person trust the update.
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How to Choose the Right Tone for a Work Message
How to decide between a more formal or more friendly tone, what each one signals, and how to match the message to the relationship.
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How to Follow Up Without Sounding Pushy
When a follow-up starts to feel pushy, what to change, and how to ask for a response without adding friction.
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How to Sound More Professional in an Email
What makes an email sound professional, what usually goes wrong, and how to fix the tone without making it stiff.
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Polite Ways to Ask for an Update at Work
Different ways to ask for an update without sounding vague, impatient, or overly soft, with examples for teammates, managers, and clients.
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