Requesting Status Updates
- 1 Ask. Drop the “checking in” wind-up and ask for an update politely and directly.
- 2 Open with context.
- 3 Send a friendly reminder.
- 4 Offer something of value.
- 5 Reference a blog post they (or their company) published.
- 6 Drop a name.
- 7 Recommend an event you’re attending in their area.
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How do you write a status update email?
1. Always let people know why you’re writing
- The purpose of this email is to update you on the status of….
- This is to inform you about the delivery of…
- Following is the status of order…
- Please find attached a summary of …
- This is to inform you that the delivery of ______ has been scheduled.
What can I say instead of just follow up?
1. Be Direct
- “I’m following up on the below” or “Following up on this [request/question/assignment]”
- “I’m circling back on the below” or “Circling back on this [request/question/assignment]”
- “I’m checking in on the below” or “Checking in on this [request/question/assignment]”
How do you ask for a company update?
A polite way to request an update would be: “May I have an update, please?” By not being concerned with politeness. If you need an update on a situation or issue then get the point across.
How do you politely ask for something in an email?
How to ask for help via email
- Use a clear, direct subject line.
- Greet your reader.
- Establish your credibility.
- Put the question in the first or second sentence.
- Use a call to action to clarify the next steps.
- Make your email easy to read.
- Give your reader a deadline.
- Close the email politely and thoughtfully.
How do you politely ask for status update in email?
I would like to have an update on [the project] by [date and time you want the update]. I’d appreciate it if you could make this a priority.
How do you politely ask for a response?
- An early reply would be appreciated.
- I look forward to your reply.
- I look forward to hearing from you.
- I would appreciate a reply at your earliest convenience.
- Your earliest attention would be appreciated.
How do you say I’m not sure professionally?
Try one of these instead:
- I’m not sure, but I’ll find out and let you know.
- I’ll find out.
- I’ll look into it and get back to you with what I find.
- That’s a good question and I want to get you the right information. Let me get back to you by end-of-day.
How do you politely ask for information?
Here are 5 English phrases you can use to ask somebody for the information you need.
- Can you tell me…? Could you tell me…?
- Can anyone tell me…? / Could anyone tell me…?
- Do you know…?
- Do you have any idea…? Do you happen to know…?
- I wonder if you could tell me…
Do you have an update or any update?
Don’t use this phrase. Updates are countable items, so the plural form of the word should be used when paired with any.
Do we have any update or updates?
Is there any update vs Are there any updates. Both phrases are correct, as the verbs agree with the nouns (“are” and “updates,” and “is” and “update”).
How do you ask for something professionally?
- Lead with the ask.
- Establish your credibility.
- Make the way forward clear.
- If you’re asking a question, propose a solution.
- Be scannable.
- Give them a deadline.
- Write your subject lines like headlines.
- Edit your messages ruthlessly.
How do I make a request?
Making Requests in English
- Can you give me the book?
- Could you please take off your raincoat?
- Could you please take me to the dentist?
- Would you be kind enough to repair my computer?
- Do you think you could take me to the supermarket?
- Could I ask you to take me home?
- Can you tell me what happened?
How do you ask for a update without sounding pushy?
Send Short Reminders. Don’t Give Up. Know What Time is Best.
- Step 1: Silence the self-sabotage.
- Step 2: Send a short reminder.
- Step 3: Stay on top of what you want.
- Step 4: Know the best time to follow-up.
How do you write a status update example?
How to Give a Status Update To Executives
- An overall summary about how the project is going.
- One or two highlights, if appropriate.
- One or two of our biggest risks, if they’re something the executive team needs to know about.
- A request for the team (or specific people), if I have it.
- “Any questions?”
How do you say just checking in?
How to Politely Say ‘Just Checking In’ in a Formal Email
- I wanted to see how everything is going.
- This made me think of you.
- Let’s catch up soon.
- I wanted to see how I could help.
- I would love to talk about the project you’re working on.
- Take as much time as you need.
- I’ve been missing you and wanted to say hi.
How do you say I will wait for your reply?
7 Alternatives to “I Look Forward to Hearing From You”
- 1 Use a call-to-action.
- 2 I’m eager to receive your feedback.
- 3 I appreciate your quick response.
- 4 Always happy to hear from you.
- 5 Keep me informed . . .
- 6 I await your immediate response.
- 7 Write soon!
Do I know you in polite way?
Yes! This is by far the most polite way to put it and works very well in most situations.
How do you politely say I don’t know?
List of 40 other ways to say I don’t know in English.
- Beats me.
- Hmm…
- I am not the best person to answer that.
- I can find out for you.
- I can’t remember off the top of my head. I’ll get back to you on that.
- I don’t have that information here right now.
- I don’t know anything about…
- I have no clue/idea.
How do you say I don’t know in a smart way?
“I’m not sure, but I’ll find out and let you know.” “I’ll look into it and get back to you with what I find.” “That’s a good question and I want to give you an accurate response. Let me get back to you by end-of-day.”
How do you ask questions?
Here are some steps to help you ask the right questions:
- Think about what you want to know.
- Determine the purpose of your question.
- Develop an open-ended question.
- Find the right person.
- Determine the right time to ask them.
- Allow them to answer your question.
- Ask follow-up questions.
- Thank the person for their time.