Write an Email With Maximum Efficiency Using This Military System
If you are tired of wasting all your time writing email or feel like your email requests are never being fulfilled properly, give this military system a try.
Email is full of bullshit, wastes your time, and doesn’t always convey the correct message. That’s why Kabir Segal , a veteran of the US Navy, a lieutenant in the US Navy reserve and author of Coined: The Rich Life of Money And How its History Shaved Us , invites you to take advantage of some email tips from the military. Start by using keywords in the subject line of your emails that define the purpose of the message itself. Segal offers several examples:
- ACTION – It is imperative for the recipient to take some action.
- SIGNATURE – Recipient’s signature required
- INFORMATION – For informational purposes only, no response or action required.
- SOLUTION – Recipient’s decision required
- REQUEST – Requests the permission or approval of the recipient.
- COORD – Needs agreement with the recipient or with the recipient
The recipient now knows the exact nature of your email. In addition to this, Segal invites you to follow the Bottom Line Up Front (BLUF) protocol and make important information the first thing they see. Here’s an example of Segal from the Air Force Handbook :
BLUF: From October 29th, 13th, all Air Force Doctrine Documents (AFDDs) have been canceled and replaced with major doctrinal volumes and doctrinal annexes.
In a matter of seconds, your recipient will know who, what, when, where and why. This system will not only cut down on the time you spend writing emails, but it will also save other people’s time. You can get more helpful email tips from the link below.
How To Write An Email With Military Precision | Harvard Business Review