Write a Customer Crisis Apology Email Fast
Use this as your starting prompt when something has gone wrong and you need to send a customer apology email fast. Fill in the brackets with your specific situation before submitting.
The Prompt
Write a short, genuine email from a small business owner to customers about [describe the specific problem]. The affected customers are [who they are]. The cause is [brief explanation]. We are currently [what you're doing to fix it]. We expect [timeline, or say "we'll update by [time/date]" if you're not sure yet]. The tone should be [apologetic and warm / transparent and direct / apologetic but confident — pick one]. Use plain, human language. Avoid corporate-sounding phrases like "we apologize for any inconvenience." Sign off as [Your Name], [Business Name]. Use [Customer Name] as a placeholder wherever you'd address the reader.
From the guide
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