When should I change tenses in business communication?
Change tenses when the time frame actually changes—past results, current situation, future plans. However, maintain consistency within each time frame. Signal time shifts clearly with phrases like 'previously,' 'currently,' or 'going forward.'
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Tense Consistency
Keep your time references consistent unless the timeline shifts.
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