You’ve likely heard work email basics–don’t send anything you wouldn’t want your boss to read, don’t use emoticons, and generally keep content and tone professional–but there are even more mistakes to avoid. With email often being the main form of communication in the workplace, consider breaking these bad habits your boss hates. 1. Not acknowledging emails: We know that not all emails require a response–some are simply sent to keep you informed–but it never hurts to send a note acknowledging the email. Read more.