WorksheetsHow Professional Are Your Emails?
Total questions: 10
Worksheet time: 5mins
What should every professional email include?
A funny meme and emojis
Only your name and a question
Greeting, purpose, request, sign-off
A long story and personal updates
Why is a specific subject line important?
Why is a specific subject line important?
It helps the recipient know why you're writing
It makes your email look longer
It's optional for professional emails
How many topics should a clear, effective email include?
One
At least five to be thorough
Two or three unrelated points
As many as you can fit in one paragraph
A professional sign-off like “Best” or “Regards” helps make your email feel more respectful and complete.
True
False
What is networking truly about?
Adding as many LinkedIn contacts as possible
Collecting names and emails like baseball cards
Investing in relationships and providing value
Only connecting with people who can benefit you
What happens if you recommend someone unreliable in a professional email?
It shows you’re helpful
Nothing—it’s not your problem
You can always blame them
It hurts your credibility and reputation
Where should the action item or request go in your email?
In a postscript (P.S.) at the end
Hidden in a paragraph with lots of details
Not necessary unless you’re angry
Clearly stated near the middle or end
You should always assume the reader knows who you are, even if it’s your first time emailing them.
True
False
Which of the following is a sign of a bad introductory email?
Short and to the point
Personalized greeting
Covers multiple unrelated topics and runs long
Clear subject and sign-off
Which is a better example of being a useful connector in networking?
“I know someone who does that—here’s their contact info.”
“I think I’ve heard of someone who might do that."
“I know lots of people but I’m not sure who can help.”
“Let me ask someone next month if I remember.”
