[epub] Re: what's the policy?

[Lewis <lewis@xxxxxxxxxx>]

> Wow, is that backwards. It is an absolute requirement for a 
> professional to
> turn on the "out of office" notification so that business associates 
> know
> that he or she won't be responding immediately and, in case it's 
> urgent, who
> else they can contact. If you enforce this policy, you're essentially 
> saying
> that you think everyone on the list should use a personal account.


An "out of office" message that goes to a moderator or an email 
discussion list is generally going to turn into an unsubscribe request. 

 If that "out of office" email makes it to a discussion list you will 
look unprofessional to whoever receives it.  It's a major pet peeve for 
people who manage and read discussion lists.  Especially if they are 
open lists, as many technical lists are.   Every time a message is 
posted, an "out of office" email is broadcast to everyone.  So it is a 
must to either have a separate email for discussion lists or 
unsubscribe.

Lewis

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