4. Limited usage of emoticons and abbreviations: Although it is a good idea to use abbreviations and emoticons carefully, you should use it depending upon the person you are communicating with in the organization. You should observe the person first; study his/her nature, especially if you are new to the organization before using emoticons and abbreviations in your e- mails.  

5. Avoid replying to all: If you are new to the organization renounce from using “reply to all” until and unless you are required or asked to do so. Remember that your co- workers and manager can get annoyed with you, if they find out that their inbox is flooded by your unnecessary mails. Reply to the sender alone if you are not asked to mark a copy to anyone in the organization.