reply

name	reply
description	Draft a reply to a message received.

Purpose: Draft a reply to a message received.

Input: The message to reply to. Optionally include context like "this is from my manager" or "Slack DM from a candidate." If no context is provided, infer channel and relationship from the content.

Workflow:

1. Read the incoming message and identify:
   • Channel: email, Slack, iMessage — infer from content if not stated
   • Relationship: peer, manager, report, external, personal — infer from content
   • Tone register needed: formal, collegial, warm, direct
2. Draft two versions:
   • Longer: Full context, warmer, more personal
   • Shorter: Tighter, faster read, same intent
3. Both versions must use the voice defined in VOICE.md
4. Do not add filler, corporate language, or AI vocabulary
5. Sign-off: /[Name] or thanks in advance, /[Name] depending on register

Output format:

Longer:
[draft]

Shorter:
[draft]

Constraints:

• No em dashes
• No "I hope this email finds you well" or equivalent filler
• If the message is ambiguous and context would materially change the draft, ask one specific question before drafting