Ironically, I’m asking for a response

Prompted by a conversation with one of my coaching colleagues this week, I just wanted to pose a simple question. When did it become acceptable to stop responding mid-conversation?

I’m not talking here about responding to random contacts offering to treble the size of your business. It’s acceptable to ignore those, although a polite “No Thanks” never hurt.

I’m touching on the rise in behaviour of not responding to emails or other messages when in mid-dialogue. The equivalent of being on the phone and just muting yourself mid-conversation and never un-muting.

I’m referring to not acknowledging emails which provide specific information which has been requested. Then ignored. And the follow ups (by phone, email, messaging, carrier pigeon etc) disappearing into the ether.

So, what’s the view?

a)   Pipe down - you always tell people you’ve got a thick skin, so just get over it

b)   Improve – try writing more compelling messages

c)    It’s just life – some people drop litter, some swear too much, some ignore messages. Everyone’s different

d)   You’re right – name and shame the individuals

Responses welcome 😊