Add Betty to Your E-mails and Make That Conversation a Threesome

I’m a married man…but I think I’m in love…with a woman who is NOT my wife! Sorry honey, but meet Betty, my new virtual e-mail assistant.

I didn’t even have to add her to payroll; she works for free!

Cc:Betty is a neat little Website that helps you get more out of your e-mail be simply CCing “Betty” on your e-mails.

Next time you send an e-mail, be sure to carbon copy to betty@ccbetty.com.

By taking that simple step, you will give yourself the option to take advantage of several neat social media and organizational tools in the future.

- Bring someone new into the discussion by forwarding them the link. This will enable them to share their two cents or add their comment to already existing thread.

- If you are e-mailing a photo, and you CC: Betty, the image will automatically be added into an album, giving you the option to let others view and/or download your pics.

All content is sent to what is referred to as a “Mailspace.” This is a Webpage that is updated as you send e-mails and CC: Betty.

Other cool features:

* Dates are turned into downloadable calendar events

* Maps are created for any addresses

* Linked or attached videos and music are playable right from the mailspace

Using Betty seems like a no-brainer to me. Sorry honey, better make that reservation for three, cause Betty’s coming with us!

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