Rewrite a blunt email so it still says no
The problem: You typed something true but harsh. You need it clear, not cruel.
Do this
- Paste the draft below into your AI.
- Replace the bracketed bits with your real text.
- Send the version you still recognize as your voice.
Copy-paste
Rewrite this email so it stays direct and honest, but sounds calm and professional.
Keep it under 120 words. Do not apologize for having a boundary.
Original:
[PASTE YOUR DRAFT]
Recipient relationship: [boss / coworker / client / friend]
One outcome I need: [e.g. deadline moved to Friday / they stop looping me in]
Done when: You have one version you’d actually send.
Tip: Read the rewrite out loud. If it doesn’t sound like you, ask the AI: “Keep my wording more; only fix tone.”