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7 Words to Avoid in Emails

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• Just

• Just\' downplays the importance of the task or work item being discussed.

• Probably

• Probably implies uncertainty.

• Try

• It sounds like you\'re not confident in your ability to execute.

• Think

• It gives people license to dismiss what you\'re about to say.

• Whatever

• Not only does "whatever" sound dismissive, but it also implies you\'re not concerned with accuracy- both of which do a big disservice to your professionalism.

• May be

• It sounds ambivalent and apprehensive.

• Sorry

• It\'s completely unnecessary and diminishes the value of your voice.