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.

DEAR MISS MANNERS: I am newly married and trying hard to keep up with appropriate appreciation for all those who have offered well wishes and gifts. I have a conundrum about how to handle gifts from a ...

How do you feel when you get a thank you note? I mean a real, personalized note, not a mass, pre-set one or an autoreply “thank you.” Studies from the American Heart Association and published in the ...

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 ...

A handwritten thank-you note is a special way to show appreciation, as the medium becomes part of the message. Keep your message short and sincere, and send the note within two weeks of receiving a ...