- I need you to get a move along.
- You’re a bit behind schedule and need to get moving.
- Please, can you speed up, you are holding everyone up!
- You need to go faster.
- Please try to finish up in the next few minutes.
- We need it no later than the end of (date/time).
- You need to have it finished by (time).
How do you politely ask for something urgent in an email?
To get their attention to your request, use something like : “
[Urgent] — [What you need here] by [When] — Thanks for your help!
” Then set the email as priority mail. In this case, they immediately know what you need without pressing inside your mail.
How do you politely ask when something will be done?
- Will it take long?
- Will it take a long time?
- Will it take a long time to finish?
- When do you think it’ll be done?
- When do you think it might be done?
- Could you tell me when you think it might be done?
- Do you have any idea how long it might take?
How do you politely ask for a quick response?
“
As this matter is urgent, I would appreciate a reply as soon as possible
.” “I would be grateful for your prompt reply.” “I look forward to hearing from you as soon as possible.” “I look forward to hearing from you at your earliest convenience.” (Slightly old-fashioned.)
How do you ask someone to do something in a formal way?
- In more formal situations. Excuse me… …. …
- Say hello. A “hello” and a smile go a long way! Say “hello” at the beginning of your request. …
- Remember “please” and “thank you” “Please” normally goes at the end of the sentence: …
- Say “excuse me” If you ask someone who is doing something else, remember to say “excuse me”:
How do you ask for something overdue?
- Restate the deadline with implications. …
- Forward an email to “bump it up.” “Just bumping this to the top of your inbox, in case you missed it!”
- Forward an email and ask for a timeline. …
- Ask for a status update and offer help (and mean it).
How do you ask the progress of something?
One common way of asking this question is:
How is the project coming along
? Or: How much of the project is finished? Because you are part of the group, it would also sound normal to ask: How are we doing (with the project)? Or: How much progress have we made?
How do I request an immediate action?
- Don’t: Demand help with “I need your help” or “I heard you could do this for me”. …
- Do: Use formal sentences “Would it be possible…” or “I would be grateful if you would…”, “Could you please…”
- Don’t: Pressure with “This is extremely important” or “It would really mean the world to me”
How do you politely follow up?
Tip:
Be brief
. Be polite by asking if they’ve looked it over rather than accuse or point out that you haven’t received it yet. Add value by giving them context for the urgency if needed or urgency about the next steps. Finish with a call to action so they know what you want them to do and why it’s important.
How do you ask someone to reply to ASAP?
- “… by [date and time] because [reason]” …
- “When you have a chance [in the next day, before tomorrow, this week]” …
- “I apologize for the urgency, but could you please [do X, send me Y, complete Z] at your soonest possible convenience?” …
- “EOD”
What is an example of a request sentence?
Request sentence example. “
I request you to have the goodness to change your coat
,” he said as he turned away. The odd request made him pause. At any rate, Alex joined forces with his father in the request for a DNA test.
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?
- 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?
What is a polite way to ask for money?
- The polite reminder.
- Ask for an update on what they used the money For.
- Let them pay for the next round.
- Ask them to help you out.
- Give them flexible terms.
How do I ask for a late payment professionally?
- A clear subject line detailing what the email is about.
- An opening line that’s warm.
- State the purpose of the email in a non-harassing tone (include amount owed, invoice number, and due date)
- Inquire about the progress of the invoice.
- Include a copy or link to the invoice for prompt payment.
How do you politely ask a friend to pay you?
- Kindly remind her. Your best friend may have truly forgotten about the money that you loaned her, so don’t automatically assume the worst. …
- Offer an alternative. …
- Tell your friend why you need the money. …
- Be direct. …
- Next steps.