![]() If you think about how remote workforces interact, you are likely to have some IM platform that will have a profile, that might be your O365, GSuite, GitHub profile or something else. If there have been no examples to copy, which will be normal, most people don't include a signature on a reply, then copy the signature from your supervisor. In a remote role your first email sent to everyone is important for a number of reasons, no more so than just like plugging into the matrix, your first response will be your projection of your "Digital Self"Īfter getting a few responses you should get a feel for the general culture of the team, make sure your email signature matches those of other people who are working in a similar position. If you don't receive a lot of responses, or any right away, give it a few hours, but that in itself will be a reflection of the culture, its not a bad thing, it just is how it is, so if there is no response and you think it has been a reasonable passage of time for them to respond, then maybe it's just not how they do things, then you should reply to show you are not ignoring your supervisor.When you respond it will be informally accepted that you are "ready for work". Give everyone time across different timezones a chance to reach out to you, after all this is an informal exchange so it won't be hugh on their priority list yet. The answer from iBug is 100% spot on for this, but so is the advice from Freiheit, your response will likely end the end of this email chain, more importantly it signals the end of your "settling" in phase. What is important in a Remote scenario is how you use this email as your tool for getting to know the key stakeholders in the workforce. These responses can be rightfully called down-right rude, so remember only to use them when you’re with a close friend.Remote or Large workforces are much the same in this regard, the point of the email is simply to open communications, sometimes everyone will ignore it, sometimes the enthusiastic few will respond, those who respond will reflect the culture of the workplace just as much as your response will. “I’m looking forward to this project ending as soon as possible.” If this is how you feel about working with somebody, then go right ahead with any of these answers. “That’s exactly what I was going to say!”Īll three of these responses display friendship, warmness, and mutual eagerness. “Really? I’m looking forward to working with you, too! Your work ethic is of great inspiration to me.” Let’s see how you can respond in both situations. Or, they could also be one of your close friends or competitors, and they’re probably being sarcastic. Here, there can be two scenarios: you could be meeting them for the first time, in which case they are being sincere. Now, let’s talk about how you could respond when someone your age/rank says this to you. ![]() ![]() Reply to Looking Forward to Working With You by Someone Your Age/Rank You can also use these responses when you want to take on a no-nonsense, strict discipline approach. Only use these answers when you want nothing to do with them and you two working together is not of much consequence to you. Responses such as these are interpreted as rude and unapproachable. “Let’s hope you work hard enough to get this opportunity again.” You’ll also not be able to go back to a friendly relationship with them. Once you’ve said this, the other person will understand and fit it in their mind that you’re not someone to be messed with. However, this answer is not something you can come back from. ![]() With this response, you’ve implied that your focus will be learning, not fun. Get ready because you’ll learn a lot on this project.” The other person will still respect you because you haven’t said anything that indicates they’ll get away with any other approach. Moreover, another great advantage of this answer is that you’ll always have the option of showcasing your strict side. If you respond with either of these answers, you’ll come off as a fun and cool person to work with. I’m sure there’s a lot we can both learn from each other.” “Me, too! Buckle up because we’ll have a lot of fun together.” The trick here is to be confident and reassuring while being humble as well. Responding to looking forward to working with you by someone younger/below your rank:įirstly, let’s talk about how you would respond if someone younger/newer to the field said these words to you. Reply to Looking Forward to Working With You by Someone Your Age/Rank 40+ Looking Forward to Working With You Reply
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