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 ...

We may be in the throes of Christmas prep right now, but before we know it, the wrapping paper will be cleared away, and kids ...

Receiving a gift from anyone is always a treat and a pleasure. The idea that someone went out of their way to think about ...

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 ...

In a culture obsessed with speed and scale, taking a moment to say “thank you” by hand is a small act. It also establishes ...

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 ...

College and business-school applicants, it’s time to learn to write a thank-you note. The samples below will help you complete this task before it’s time for turkey—or tofu. Across the United States ...

I grew up being told the importance of writing thank-you notes. My children began resisting the task, seeing it as tedious and unnecessary. Now, they must write thank you notes before they are able to ...

I realized that I've always written thank-you notes from a place of guilt. I recently decided to stop writing them, and I'm not making my kids write them, either. We express our gratitude in other ...