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Hi Forbes Careers readers,

Remember the days when we could enthusiastically bounce over to a colleague’s desk and get a question answered in less than two minutes? I took those days for granted, and now I’m remembering them fondly. I don’t think I’m the only one with email fatigue—especially considering 65% of emails are ignored.

If your emails are getting lost in colleagues’ inboxes, it’s time to start grabbing their attention. Here’s how to make sure your emails stand out and prompt responses. But fair warning: There are five types of annoying or otherwise ineffective emails that everyone hates to receive. Make sure you avoid emails like this—your coworkers will thank you.

Cheers,

Kristin

P.S. Last week, I explored the curious career rise and fall of Alex and Ani founder Carolyn Rafaelian. Be sure to check out this tale of hypergrowth, executive turnover, legal turmoil and the whims of fashion at America’s charm bracelet foundry.

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