Between now and then, I recommend escaping the summer heat with a delicious Aviation & Tonic. Here’s my recipe:
“I am spending time with family today – some things are MORE important than work.”
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I followed all the steps listed and can’t make this work for my iPhone 6s. Any suggestions?
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I say “thanks for your message” because it feels to brusque without a greeting – but I can see it either way.
When you share transparent business information and provide alternative ways when the relevant channel is not available, it delivers a delightful service experience.
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Yet, sometimes compiling the right words can be a bit daunting. You want to be polite, clear, firm, and perhaps even a little festive. Plus, it’s often a task we leave until we’re just about to run out the door for a holiday break.
My favorite thing is setting my OOO to only run for a specific amount of time. I will absolutely forget to turn it off if I have to do it manually, but we can just set a date/time range for it to start/stop. So I usually start it around 4 pm the day before and end it at 7 or 8pm the night before I return.
A word of warning: These greetings will not do you any favors if you're in the midst of a job hunt or work in a conservative industry. Always remember your target personas. If there's a chance they won't appreciate your sense of humor, opt for a straightforward greeting instead.
“Ahoy landlubbers, Dr Pirate [Myname] is back again to get her second eye done.
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I love this and want to start using it. I am assuming it’s pronounced “hood-a-lay” and that said hodilay has already begun when the OOO message was written!
I’m guilty of the “pre-vacation warmip” email…but I send it on Wednesday so Last-minute Louie can contact me before I go out on Friday. (And it’s not all-office!)