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How to Write a Proper Business Email

Tory Stearns
· · Updated Jan 16, 2026 · 2 min read
Communication in the workplace is essential, and email makes communication simple. Most people use business emails regularly in their jobs while some people depend on this source of communication every day.

Emails that are sloppily composed, overly long, or disorganized can slow down an otherwise productive conversation and put the credibility of a job in question. By knowing how to craft an appropriate business email, workers can receive instructions and communication goals with minimal hassle and time expenditure.

 

7 Steps To Write A Proper Business Email

Proper Business Email

 

1. Address The Recipient Appropriately As You Would İn Person

Do not address your boss by her first name if she has not previously approved your doing so.

 

2. State The Purpose Of The Email İn One Sentence

This alerts the reader as to what to expect through the rest of the email and allows them to judge the importance of the message without reading all of it.

 

3. Using Short Paragraphs, Explain Your Message

Do not get into minute details unless the purpose of the email is to clarify those details; instead, depend on the major ideas and keep them short.

 

4. Speak At A Level That The Recipient Will Understand

If you are in charge of repairing computers while your recipient can barely type, do not use technical jargon.

 

5. Attach A Signature Block İncluding Your Name, Title, Company, Address, Phone Number, Fax, Email, Website Or Any Other Contact İnformation You Use Regularly

Many email programs will automatically attach this section.

 

6. Choose A Subject Line That Gets To The Purpose Of The Email İn Very Few Words

If the email is extremely important or time-sensitive, make a note of that in the subject line so that the recipient will notice it while skimming his inbox.

 

7. Add Attachments İf Necessary

It is extremely unprofessional to send another email saying that you forgot the attachment, so double-check if you promised to send something.

 

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Tory has been writing for over 10 years and has built a strong following of readers who enjoy his unique perspective and engaging writing style. When he's not busy crafting blog posts, Tory enjoys spending time with his friends and family, traveling, and trying out new hobbies.

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