April 7, 2009PowerPhrase of the Week ~ Thanks for reminding me

Filed under: The PowerPhrase of the Week by merylrunion |
It’s bad enough not to deliver on a promise or to fail to respond to a request. It’s another to react negatively when someone reminds you. That’s why it’s helpful to respond to a reminder by saying,
  • Thanks for reminding me.

If the person nudging you is apologetic, let them know their reminder is both reasonable and welcome by saying,

  • I’m sorry to have put you in the position of having to (ask several times.)

 

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