Email Quote by Rick Owens
“I prefer e-mailing to phone calls - I like how thoughts can be reconsidered, corrected, and improved in an e-mail. Like an old-fashioned love letter. And instructions can be carefully specified and referred to later. Am I robotic? Maybe.”
About This Quote
Source Interview: Interview with Rick Owens, 2015
The speaker values written communication for its ability to be edited, refined, and referenced, unlike spoken calls which are immediate and transient.
In simple terms: Email lets you edit and keep records; calls are instant.
Key Takeaway
Use email when precision and record‑keeping matter.
Themes
communication
precision
technology
reflection
Mood
thoughtful
analytical
Type
advice
reflective
When to use this quote
- project planning
- customer support
- personal relationships
- legal instructions
Key Concepts
editing
asynchronous dialogue
documentation
Questions to Reflect On
- Do you prefer written or spoken communication?
- How does editing affect your message’s impact?
A Different Perspective
Email can delay response and reduce emotional nuance.
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