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Email is a common way for people to stay in touch, share information, and conveniently communicate. You may be told “Hope you are well” by a friend, family member, or someone you know professionally. Always respond back to that, it is a personal touch and it shouldn’t be overlooked that they are asking about your … Read more
It’s a popular conversational question: ‘What kind of music do you like?’. Answering it, however, can be difficult. Do you list songs? Should you talk about your favorite artists? Should you try to guess what the other person likes? When answering the question ‘What kind of music do you like?’, honesty is the most important … Read more
Birthdays can be a lot of fun, but they can also bring a lot of awkward small talk. How should you respond when someone asks you how your birthday is going? When people ask you how your birthday is going, you should be brief and positive. You can send a short response, go into a … Read more
Planning a surprise event is exciting and it adds an additional element to the mix. Someone is going to be very surprised when that event takes place. This type of event also means more planning as you have to be careful about who you invite and how you invite them. You don’t want the surprise … Read more
There are times when you may need to ask if someone speaks another language. Maybe you don’t understand the language one speaks or you want to pass a message better in a different language. In such a situation, you may want to ask the person if they’re able to speak a language you’re more comfortable … Read more
It can be upsetting or embarrassing when someone asks who is this from a text, email, or phone call. Try to not take it personally, some people are terrible about remembering faces or they have a great deal going on at the moment. If you get a request of who this is, give them enough … Read more
You’ve probably been in a situation where someone tells you something you already know. Maybe it was your friend trying to be nice and give you advice, or perhaps a colleague thought you didn’t understand what they were saying. If someone tells you something you already know, respond with interest in what the person is … Read more
Do your best to always respond politely to people. It sets the tone for your character with them. It doesn’t matter if it is a friend, your partner, family, or someone you work with. Even if your day-to-day interactions with people you have never met before, be polite. To respond politely, use the words please … Read more
When you send a message and really need a reply back, it is important to let the other party know. It can be frustrating when you are in limbo, waiting for them to get back to you. Add a statement that their reply is necessary, greatly appreciated, or urgent. This will light a fire on … Read more
When someone says have a wonderful time, they are wishing you the best for something you plan to take part in. This can be a friend, family member, or someone you work with. How much you share with them often determines when you will hear this type of conversation. It is a polite way for … Read more