

Is Your Response Time Killing Your Reputation? | Ep. 083
Jun 10, 2025
The discussion highlights the silent killer of business momentum: lack of responsiveness. Ignoring messages can damage your reputation and hinder growth. The hosts emphasize that responsiveness reflects responsibility and offers strategies to manage communication wisely. They delve into training others on your communication preferences and using tools to combat overload. Effective management of expectations, especially across time zones, is also discussed. Ultimately, staying connected is key to building strong professional relationships.
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Responsiveness Indicates Responsibility
- Responsiveness signals responsibility and reliability in business relationships.
- People who delay responses are often harder to work with and impact trust negatively.
Use AI and Assistants for Email
- Use AI tools or assistants to manage email overload and maintain fast response times.
- Customizing automated responses can help maintain communication efficiency without personal overwhelm.
Respond Quickly to Maintain Momentum
- Always reply promptly, even if only to acknowledge receiving the message.
- Communicate timelines clearly to maintain respect and momentum in projects.