Email Quote by Tera Lynn Childs
““E-mail can be so impersonal - and so open to interpretation.””
About This Quote
Source Interview: Podcast on Digital Communication, 2019
Email lacks tone and facial cues, leading to misunderstandings and feelings of distance.
In simple terms: Email can feel cold and be misread.
Add clarity and empathy when writing email.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- remote work
- customer service
- team collaboration
- personal relationships
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- How can you ensure your email tone matches your intent?
- What alternatives could you use for sensitive messages?
Email cannot convey non‑verbal signals, so misinterpretation may persist.