I have an embarrassing confession: The vast majority of the time, I sign off my emails with "Thanks!" It doesn't matter if I have anything to show appreciation for or not--it tends to be my default signature.

When I'm not busy expressing my gratitude for absolutely nothin'? I go with a standard "Best" at the end of my messages. Isn't my creativity just astounding?

It's not that I don't want to cap off my email with something great. It's just that I often find myself drawing a blank. Are there even any options aside from those two widely accepted favorites?

Yes, there are. And, as a matter of fact, there are a lot of them. Fortunately for you (and for me!), I pulled a huge selection into this list right here. Of course, not all of them will be suitable for every sort of situation or office. But, with so many options, you're bound to find one that fits the bill.

So, go ahead and bookmark this page and come back to it when you feel like straying from your standard email sign-off and trying something a little different.

If you need something formal

All My Best Best Best Regards Best Wishes Congratulations Cordially Faithfully Goodbye Looking Forward Regards Respectfully Sending You the Best Sincerely Sincerely Yours Speak With You Soon Take Care Warm Regards Warm Wishes Warmly Wishing You a Wonderful Day Yours Yours Truly

If you want something friendly

Cheers Enjoy Your [Day of the Week] Good Luck Happy [Day of the Week] Have a Good One Have a Great Day Here's to a Great [Day of the Week] Hope This Helps Hope You're Making It Through [Day of the Week] Make It a Great Day Pleasure Catching Up With You See You Tomorrow Sending Good Vibes Talk Soon Until Next Time You're the Best Your Friend

If you need to show appreciation

All My Thanks I Can't Thank You Enough I Owe You Many Thanks Much Appreciated Thank You Thank You for Everything Thank You in Advance Thanks a Million Thanks for Reading Thanks for Your Consideration Thanks for Your Help Thanks So Much With Appreciation With Gratitude You're a Lifesaver

If you're feeling funny (or cheesy)

Anonymously Bye, Felicia Congrats on Reading This Whole Email Don't Stop Believin' I Need Coffee Keep On Keepin' On Later Alligator Live Long and Prosper Looking Forward (to Friday) One Step Closer to Friday Peace Out So Long, Farewell Tag, You're It The End Toodles

Again, not all of these will be appropriate for every single email you send. Just as in spoken communication, the words you use with your boss or an important client will be much different from the ones you'd use with a close friend or co-worker.

So, make sure to think through the message and the circumstances before adding your signature--particularly if you're thinking of using a snarkier one. Feeling stuck? This handy guide can help you determine whether or not you can drop the formalities.

With that in mind, kiss your tried and true sign-off goodbye and use one of these to switch things up every now and then!

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