Come Quote by Alison Hammond
“Anyone in London who sends me an email wants a reply within the next five minutes. If I don't reply, they come back to me and ask me if I have seen their email. Often I have but I will reply when I'm ready.”
About This Quote
People expect rapid email responses, creating pressure to reply quickly even when not ready.
In simple terms: Emails create pressure for fast replies.
Key Takeaway
Set boundaries for response times.
Themes
communication
expectations
boundaries
Mood
frustrated
pressured
Type
advice
observational
When to use this quote
- work email
- personal messaging
- customer service
- team collaboration
Key Concepts
time management
social pressure
Questions to Reflect On
- How can you politely set response expectations?
- What emails truly need immediate attention?
A Different Perspective
Not all emails are urgent; over‑responding can cause burnout.
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