In the age of Slack pings, Zoom fatigue, and overflowing inboxes, one small but mighty detail still reveals a lot about your work personality: the way you sign off an email. Whether you’re buttoned-up with a “Best” or rolling the dice with an “xoxo,” your chosen closer says more about you than you might think. At Enterprise Coworking, we believe work should be both productive and fun—so we’ve ranked the most common email sign-offs, from professional to playful.
Classic. Efficient. Uncontroversial. If “Best” is your go-to, you’re the dependable coworker who always shows up to the meeting on time and knows where the extra printer paper is. It’s safe and respectable—but let’s be honest, it doesn’t exactly scream personality.
Straight out of the business-writing textbook, “Sincerely” exudes professionalism with a dash of old-school formality. Use this and people know you’ve got your commas in the right place and your reports proofread twice. Downsides? It can feel a little stiff in today’s working culture where the vibe is more jeans-and-espresso than suits-and-ties.
Ah, gratitude—the universal lubricant of office communication. “Thanks” is friendly without overcommitting, while “Thanks!” adds just the right caffeine-fueled pep. If this is your closer of choice, you’re approachable, collaborative, and maybe even the person who always remembers birthdays. Just don’t overdo it—too many “Thanks!” in one thread and you’ll start to sound like a gratitude bot.
If you’re signing off with “Cheers,” we’re guessing you’re either from across the pond or wish you were. You’re the coworker who can turn a routine project update into a happy-hour conversation. It’s breezy, it’s stylish, and it suggests you might already have your eye on Friday afternoon patio plans. You’re the cool but slightly aloof coworker—the one who’s friendly and easygoing in the office but always seems to have after-work plans that don’t involve the rest of us.
This one feels like “Best,” but dressed up in a slightly fancier outfit. You’re trying to strike the perfect balance between warm and professional. Translation: you probably color-code your calendar and do actually read the onboarding manual.
This sign-off leans optimistic and a little casual. If this is your go-to, you value connection and continuity—you’re already thinking about the next conversation. Around Enterprise Coworking, you’re the person who keeps the community events lively and makes sure nobody leaves without swapping a business card.
Just dropping a period and disappearing? Bold move. This says you’re all business, possibly juggling too many tabs, and have zero time for social niceties. Some people will read it as confidence; others might wonder if you’re mad at them. Proceed with caution.
Reserved for trusted colleagues or your work BFF. Playful sign-offs show you’ve let your guard down and embraced your full personality. You’re the type to bring donuts to Monday meetings or convince everyone to sign up for trivia night. Used sparingly, they’re charming. Used in a client pitch deck? Risky business.
Polite on the surface, but let’s be honest—we’re all secretly hoping you do hesitate. If this is your go-to, you’re the eternal helper, always ready to answer questions and lend a hand. Admirable, yes. But beware: you may also be the person who gets cc’d on every thread for eternity.
Ah, the accidental humblebrag. This sign-off says, “I’m busy, I’m mobile, and you’re lucky I even thumb-typed this response at a stoplight.” It’s a cautionary closer—not unprofessional, but it might make your reader wonder if your reply came with typos, autocorrect fails, or worse, while multitasking.
Sounds perfectly polite, but in email land, “Respectfully” can often carry an unspoken edge. It’s the digital equivalent of starting a sentence with, “With all due respect…” If this is your closer, you might be the diplomat of the office—or the coworker who’s learned the art of disagreeing without technically being rude. Use sparingly, or risk raising eyebrows.
At the end of the day, there’s no wrong way to close an email (okay, maybe “Smell ya later”). The sign-off you choose is just another way of showing up authentically at work—whether you’re polished, laid-back, grateful, or cheeky.
Want to dig deeper into your work style? If you haven’t already, check out our post Your Coworking Personality Type: Which One Are You? to see which archetype you match—and see how your email sign-offs might already give you away.
Here at Enterprise Coworking, we love celebrating all the quirks that make work fun. After all, community is built on personality—and sometimes, personality is revealed in something as small as a two-word send-off.
So tell us: are you a “Best” believer, a “Cheers” champion, or a “Thanks!” enthusiast? Whatever your style, there’s a desk (and unlimited coffee) waiting for you here.
And if you’re looking to spice up your email game even more, check out this list of funny email sign-offs for some truly creative inspiration.