How to Write Better Emails in Grad School

Confession, I am a recovering email novelist... I once assumed long emails represent efforts, and I was proud of them.
I never realize how these emails could be ineffective and can confuse the readers.
Emails are not replacements for face-to-face discussion, emails are best used for
- documentation of key meeting outcomes
- summarize actionable items and deadlines
- sharing documents
- inviting feedback
This video summarizes how simple formatting style, email structure, and language when writing emails can greatly improve the effectiveness of an email.
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[@Maveric72]

Loved the format. Thank you so much for sharing

[@PhDCoffeeTime]

Glad you find this helpful!

[@AsrifYusoff]

Love your tips Doc. An inspiration for our channel.

[@PhDCoffeeTime]

Would love to hear your feedback! If you ever make a "responding to" video, tag me!

[@karnpobkanhasut2084]

Very useful! Back in the day, l'd like to write at least 3 paragraphs to my advisor. No doubt no reply. l come to understand after watching this video. Many thanks, Vera Chan :)

[@PhDCoffeeTime]

Hi Karnpob, I have seen how student's emails got ignored by PIs because I have been "bcc/cc/forwarded" as a postdoc and have realized how these emails are not serving the sender! I also never realize I could change the format of email fonts until recentlyn (4 year PhD + 6 years in Postdoc)! So glad this is helping some of you out there!

[@josecantu8195]

I'll try out this format! Thanks for sharing!

[@PhDCoffeeTime]

I found this format a time-saver for writing clear emails! Glad you liked my sharing