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Slack is everywhere these days<\/a> because it\u2019s super quick and easy to use. If you work in IT or tech-related careers, you probably already know about it, especially if you work remotely. People love Slack, but unfortunately, miscommunication on the platform occurs more frequently than professionals would like. The quick and informal nature of Slack can result in your messages sounding curt or rude if you\u2019re not careful. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

(Curt<\/strong> is your business English vocabulary word of the day, and it means \u201crudely brief.\u201d Don’t be curt!)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Part of mastering business English is controlling how you sound and how you’re perceived. Let\u2019s dive into some solutions for the easy-to-avoid issues associated with using Slack for business purposes.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

How to Communicate Effectively Without Sounding Like a Jerk<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Nobody likes a wordy message. However, a message that\u2019s too short can come off as passive aggressive<\/a>, demanding, or even rude. If you\u2019re a remote worker, this is especially important to avoid. Slack users can\u2019t rely on body language or tone of voice to deduce the true meaning behind your words. This means you have to put extra thought into what you say and how it comes off, especially when making a joke.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

If your messages tend to be short and to-the-point, try inserting emojis after your messages. Definitely to this when you\u2019re asking for something! This sounds silly, but it will soften a message that may otherwise come off as demanding or curt. Also, don\u2019t forget what your mom taught you about saying \u201cplease,\u201d \u201cthank you,\u201d and \u201cyou\u2019re welcome.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Don\u2019t Annoy Your Co-Workers With Tons of Notifications<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Slack makes a distinctive noise when a message is received. This noise can be pretty obnoxious if it happens five or six times in a row, especially when the recipient is focused on a  task. One easy way to put a stop to this is by never, ever sending a message that just says \u201chello\u201d or \u201chi.\u201d Of course, saying hi is great. But make sure it\u2019s connected to the rest of your message. This will reduce the number of notifications and lower everyone\u2019s stress level.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Also, be sure to use bullet points or emojis to help the reader process the information in the message, like so:<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Image source: https:\/\/slack.com\/intl\/en-th\/blog\/collaboration\/etiquette-tips-in-slack<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Nobody likes a block of text, especially when they\u2019re stressed and busy. Break it up!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Respect People\u2019s Time<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

I\u2019ve worked in companies where 1 AM Slack messages were the norm, and it isn\u2019t fun. Healthy companies have respect for people\u2019s down time, and as a remote professional you need to do the same.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Start by paying special attention to time zones. Nothing can put you on someone\u2019s bad side quicker than being disturbed by work on a Saturday night or worse, when they\u2019re sleeping.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

To protect yourself from late-night notifications, use the built-in Do Not Disturb (DND) feature. <\/a>It will gently let the sender know that you\u2019re not available for chat, and spare you the \u201cdings.\u201d It\u2019s also nice for carving out \u201cfocus time\u201d during your workday. If your whole team uses this feature, then you can confidently send after-hours messages without worrying about disturbing them. Your late-night thoughts will be waiting for them when they sign on in the morning.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

File Sharing<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Slack lets you share files, but with one big, important caveat: if you don\u2019t have a paid plan, your files won\u2019t be saved forever. With Slack\u2019s free plan, only 10,000 messages will be stored in your history<\/a>, meaning that anything older will disappear. This can obviously lead to problems. 10,000 messages sounds like a lot, but it can go fast, especially if you\u2019re a power user. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Given that so many small businesses and freelancers use the free plan, it\u2019s a smart idea to use email and Google Drive when sharing important files so nothing gets lost. Using Google Drive is a fantastic idea anyway, given that it\u2019s cloud-based and provides 15 GB of free storage for all your important documents.<\/p>\n\n\n\n


Verbalize Now is an online business English school that was founded simply to prepare you for life in an English-speaking office. From the resume to the interview to the salary negotiation, our business English teachers will be here for you every step of the way. Contact us<\/a> if you\u2019re interested in scheduling a lesson with our positive and helpful online business English teachers!<\/p>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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