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Communication Strategies for Health Services Researchers

Writing Effective Emails That Receive Answers


by Christine Hartmann, PhD
Seminar date: 6/8/2020

Description: Writing email is like breathing: no one teaches you how to do it—you just do it. But can you do it better? No matter your profession, conveying information succinctly and clearly is critical to how your email is received and acted on. Yes, your emails can be better, shorter, and stronger. Find out how. Intended Audience: This session is designed to benefit everyone: emerging investigators, junior faculty, fellows, study staff, policy makers, administrators, experienced grant writers, etc. All are welcome to participate and share insights.

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