WorkReply is an AI-powered workplace communication coach that helps professionals draft high-impact, strategic messages for any corporate scenario.
Install & Download
1. ClawHub CLI
The fastest way to install a skill directly from the registry.
npx clawhub@latest install workreply
2. Manual Installation
Copy the skill folder to one of these locations
~/.openclaw/skills/ <project>/skills/ Priority: Workspace > Local > Bundled
3. Prompt Installation
Copy this prompt to OpenClaw to install it automatically.
Help me install workreply using Clawhub. If Clawhub is not installed, install it first (npm i -g clawhub).
Prefer to download?
Get the raw skill files in a ZIP archive.
What is WorkReply?
WorkReply serves as a senior executive communication coach integrated into your workflow. It is designed to navigate the complexities of modern office politics, helping users sound competent, confident, and strategic across platforms like Email, Slack, and Microsoft Teams. Whether you are dealing with a difficult boss, managing direct reports, or interfacing with external clients, this skill provides the right balance of diplomacy and authority.
By leveraging the Openclaw Skills ecosystem, WorkReply bridges cultural gaps between Western corporate norms and Eastern workplace nuances. It focuses on conclusion-first communication, ensuring every message is precise, boundaried, and aligned with long-term career positioning.
WorkReply Use Cases
- Responding to high-stakes emails from superiors or clients with professional poise.
- Declining additional tasks or setting boundaries without burning bridges.
- Negotiating salary offers or annual raises using data-backed frameworks.
- Navigating difficult situations like delivering bad news or handling workplace blame.
- Preparing for job interviews using the STAR-Plus framework for high-impact answers.
- Drafting graceful resignation letters and structured handover documentation.
How WorkReply Works
- The user provides the context of a workplace message or a specific professional situation.
- WorkReply automatically detects the hierarchy (Boss, Peer, Report, or Client) and cultural context.
- The skill analyzes the power dynamics and identifies potential political landmines.
- It generates five distinct reply styles: Safe & Professional, Ultra-concise, Diplomatic, Assertive, and Strategic.
- The AI provides a recommendation on which option to choose and why, ensuring the user achieves their desired outcome.
WorkReply Setup
To integrate WorkReply into your environment, follow these steps within the Openclaw Skills framework:
# Install the WorkReply skill via the CLI
openclaw install workreply
# Configure your preferred primary language and workplace culture
openclaw configure workreply --culture "Western/Chinese"
WorkReply Data Schema & Taxonomy
WorkReply organizes communication data and strategy through structured templates and detection tables:
| Data Component | Format | Purpose |
|---|---|---|
| Hierarchy Detection | Table | Maps relationship status to communication approach |
| STAR-Plus Framework | List | Organizes interview answers into Situation, Task, Action, Result, and Learnings |
| Context Analysis | String | 1-sentence summary of the detected power dynamic |
| Handover Taxonomy | Markdown Table | Tracks project status, recurring tasks, and key contacts |
WorkReply Advanced Features
- Multilingual Cultural Awareness: Switches between direct Western data-driven styles and nuanced Chinese corporate etiquette.
- Hierarchy-Aware Drafting: Automatically adjusts tone based on whether you are messaging up, down, or across the organization.
- Meeting Speech Patterns: Provides concise, 30-second speaking templates for live video calls and stand-ups.
- Negotiation Scripting: Advanced anchoring and counter-offer strategies for compensation discussions.
- BCC/CC Strategy: Recommendations on who to include in threads to maintain visibility and accountability (CYA).
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