Business Insider asked etiquette experts when it's appropriate to send a handwritten thank-you note. They said a note is essential after staying at someone's home or receiving a personalized gift.

It’s hard to imagine there’s anyone who still finds an emailed thank-you note from a company endearing. How about a handwritten card from the CEO? That’s surely more likely to elicit a warm response, ...

Send handwritten thank-you notes to everyone who attended your bridal shower or gave a gift, even if you thanked them in person. Personalize each note by mentioning the specific gift and how you’ll ...

In a world where communication is often reduced to quick texts and social media posts, the art of expressing gratitude can sometimes be overlooked. Many people wonder whether they really need to write ...

Why is it that we still get a tiny thrill from checking the mailbox each day? Rationally, we know what’s in there: bills we don’t want, catalogs we never ordered, and that bulky Valpak stuffed with ...

A thank-you note got me my first real job. As a newly minted college graduate with no work experience, I was having a tough time finding my first grown-up gig. I thought I’d never get a break until I ...

Expressing gratitude is more than a courtesy; it’s a powerful tool that can significantly enhance workplace relationships, foster a positive work environment, and even boost career growth. For ...

Have you ever wished your handwritten notes could do more than just sit in a notebook, gathering dust? Imagine this: you jot down a quick meeting summary or sketch out a project idea, and within ...