1. Lucifer
    Lucifer better to reign in hell than to serve in heaven

    There are several ways to ask for a phone call. Here are some of them: Ask a question about the job (e.g. “Will you be able to discuss the details of the job?”) Ask a question that requires action or clarification (e.g. “Can we meet for coffee next week?”) Ask a question that requires an answer (e.gRead more

    There are several ways to ask for a phone call. Here are some of them:

    Ask a question about the job (e.g. “Will you be able to discuss the details of the job?”)
    Ask a question that requires action or clarification (e.g. “Can we meet for coffee next week?”)
    Ask a question that requires an answer (e.g. “I’m free on Monday. What about lunch?”)
    Use an emoticon to express your interest (e.g. 🙂 “Will you have time for lunch on Tuesday?”)

    I’ve seen all of these. I usually use:

    “Would it be possible for me to talk to you at your convenience?”
    Try not to sound too eager. I think people don’t like that.
    I agree with you. It’s always better to sound as if you’re making a request, rather than asking for a favor. It’s more polite and less aggressive.
    I’d say the best way to ask is: “If it’s okay, could we talk on the phone?” It’s polite, professional, and neutral.

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  2. Lucifer
    Lucifer better to reign in hell than to serve in heaven

    The polite thing to do is send them an email thanking them for the invite, and asking when you can meet up again. If you pressed them on it, you could also ask them if they have any other plans, or if they have any friends who might have a free afternoon. If you are worried about being rejected, youRead more

    The polite thing to do is send them an email thanking them for the invite, and asking when you can meet up again. If you pressed them on it, you could also ask them if they have any other plans, or if they have any friends who might have a free afternoon.

    If you are worried about being rejected, you could always say that you were hoping to meet up with them to discuss their future plans (but don’t tell them that you want to know what they are doing!). If you have a relationship with them, then you might even offer to be their mentor or something like that. I’ve done this a few times in my life, and I find it usually works well.

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  3. Lucifer
    Lucifer better to reign in hell than to serve in heaven

    It's best to use a question like "How's it going?" or "What's up?" or "What are you working on?" instead of just saying "status update". You might say something like, "I'm wondering if you could give me an update on what's happening with your work. Are you still looking into the issue that we discusRead more

    It’s best to use a question like

    “How’s it going?” or “What’s up?” or “What are you working on?” instead of just saying “status update”. You might say something like, “I’m wondering if you could give me an update on what’s happening with your work. Are you still looking into the issue that we discussed yesterday? Have you made any progress?”

    I’d suggest:

    Hi there, I’ve been following the project since we last spoke. How have things progressed? This gives the impression that you’re interested in hearing about their progress and that you don’t want to be pestering them about it.

    If you are asking a person if they have done something for you, it is polite to ask how things are going. It doesn’t sound rude or nosy. You might say:

    “It’s great to see that you’ve been working on the issue I raised. How are things going?”

    If you are asking a group of people if they have done something for you, it is polite to ask how things are going. It doesn’t sound rude or nosy. You might say:

    “It’s great to see that you’ve been working on the issue I raised. How are things going?”

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  4. Lucifer
    Lucifer better to reign in hell than to serve in heaven

    When asking for an update, it's usually a good idea to start with a statement of appreciation. "Thanks for keeping me posted on the project. I'm looking forward to seeing the finished product." In this next part, you can explain what your specific need is. "When would you expect to have the projectRead more

    1. When asking for an update, it’s usually a good idea to start with a statement of appreciation.
      “Thanks for keeping me posted on the project. I’m looking forward to seeing the finished product.”
    2. In this next part, you can explain what your specific need is.
      “When would you expect to have the project completed by?”
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  5. Lucifer
    Lucifer better to reign in hell than to serve in heaven

    It is not appropriate to say this because the proper way to ask for a suggestion is "Do you have any suggestions?"

    It is not appropriate to say this because the proper way to ask for a suggestion is “Do you have any suggestions?”

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  6. Lucifer
    Lucifer better to reign in hell than to serve in heaven

    Yes, we can use this sentence in an email conversation. An alternative way to say this is, "Feel free to add any further comments that would be helpful in evaluating the proposal."

    Yes, we can use this sentence in an email conversation. An alternative way to say this is, “Feel free to add any further comments that would be helpful in evaluating the proposal.”

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  7. Lucifer
    Lucifer better to reign in hell than to serve in heaven

    It is correct to say "Please feel free to add your comments if any". This is an example of a phrase used to give a polite suggestion.

    It is correct to say “Please feel free to add your comments if any”. This is an example of a phrase used to give a polite suggestion.

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  8. Lucifer
    Lucifer better to reign in hell than to serve in heaven

    Yes. It is correct to say "please review it and let me know if anything was missed" in an email to a colleague.

    Yes. It is correct to say “please review it and let me know if anything was missed” in an email to a colleague.

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  9. Lucifer
    Lucifer better to reign in hell than to serve in heaven

    Yes, this is correct. You can say "please" in order to politely ask for something or to express a polite request. In this case, you are politely asking the reader to tell you if they have any comments or suggestions.

    Yes, this is correct. You can say “please” in order to politely ask for something or to express a polite request. In this case, you are politely asking the reader to tell you if they have any comments or suggestions.

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  10. Lucifer
    Lucifer better to reign in hell than to serve in heaven

    Yes, it is correct as far as the rules of English go. It's a way of asking someone to read and approve your work. You may also use "Please check for errors" or "Please proofread."

    Yes, it is correct as far as the rules of English go. It’s a way of asking someone to read and approve your work. You may also use “Please check for errors” or “Please proofread.”

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