Many people choose not to respond when their boss says, "Received, thank you!" However, not responding can have severe consequences. A colleague named A-Xing completed a task assigned by his boss and sent the operating plan to the boss. The boss politely responded, "Received, thank you!" A-Xing didn't know how to reply and decided not to respond. 

The next day, the boss reprimanded A-Xing for not acknowledging the message and punished him with a 500 yuan fine. A-Xing was furious but couldn't do anything. Not replying to your boss's message is a major taboo in the workplace. Even if the message seems unnecessary to respond to, you should still reply. If you don't respond, your boss may think you don't respect them and may start developing negative opinions about you.

This could lead to future conflicts and even dismissal. 

When your boss says "Received, thank you!" there are three possible intentions: 1. It's just a polite remark. 2. They received the document but want a brief summary or explanation. 3. Your task is complete, but they want to know your plans for the next steps.

It's important to respond appropriately based on the situation. 

For the first intention, a polite response like, "Thank you, it's my job. Let me know if there's anything else I can help with!" would suffice. For the second intention, anticipate the need for a summary and provide it proactively.

For the third intention, assure your boss that you'll continue supporting the project and address any concerns. Remember, effective communication with your boss is crucial for career advancement and salary increase. Don't underestimate the importance of responding appropriately.