Technology is changing the way we live and communicate with the blink of an eye. Gone are the day when people were writing usual letters, now the epoch of emails has come. Most of us send such letters every day – to colleagues, to bosses, to friends and even to partners. A lot of us don’t treat them seriously but believe me being able to write a professional email is a crucial skill. You are welcome to find out the most important tips for writing successful emails:

• salutation

Your letter should open by addressing the person you’re writing to. It should be polite. For example, Dear Mr Smith …, Tom …

• short paragraphs

Keep your letter as short and as simple as possible. Get straight to the point – don’t flood. Let each new idea be expressed in a new paragraph.

• stick to one topic

Express only one idea or problem in one letter. If you have to discuss a couple of problems or projects, put them in different letters.  

• grammar

Mind your grammar and remember that emails should follow the same rules of punctuation and grammar as other types of writing.

• end

As to the ending part, don’t forget to type your name and add something like Yours sincerely …