A busy friend may give your message just a quick glance, then pass it along with all the best intentions, so be cognizant of how you're presenting yourself, and be sure to keep a professional tone.

Although she still wants to end all immigration, give French nationals preference for jobs and bring back the death penalty, out has gone the obnoxious xenophobic tone.

Signal a laughing opportunity through your words, actions, and tone. It’s also a good practice to give people “permission” to laugh in the workplace.