Courtesy When Unsubbing

Much of E-mail Etiquette has to do with courtesy. Taking the time and paying attention to details so that you are doing your best to think of others -- not just yourself or what you are willing to do at any given moment.

One issue that many do not pay attention to is their responsibility when it comes to unsubbing to something they signed up for previously. It happens all the time. You subscribe to a list or service, then either become too busy or simply no longer want to receive the mailings you signed up for.

Professional services, such as those that I offer on my E-mail Etiquette Website will advise you of your unsubscribe options when you sign up. Keep a copy of that e-mail on file for future reference. Make it easy for yourself and create a folder in your e-mail program called Subs/Unsubs. Keep all your subscribe notices in that folder so you know what to do when you want to unsubscribe.

In the case of my Free Weekly E-mail Etiquette Tips, there is a convenient unsubscribe link at the bottom of every e-mail that goes out. However, to some it is easier to hit reply and demand that I take the time to remove them from my list. It is a shame that they are unsubbing, because I can tell they still have something to learn about being courteous online.

If you sign up for something, regardless of the reason to want to unsubscribe, always do your best to ensure you are following either the previously provided instructions or use that little link at the bottom of the e-mail. This will reflect your ability to pay attention to detail while being courteous to those whose services you willingly signed up for.