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.

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 ...

Receiving a gift from anyone is always a treat and a pleasure. The idea that someone went out of their way to think about what you might like, made a special trip out to purchase that thing, took the ...

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 ...

If there is one perennially-true statement about the business world, it's this: Successful companies are built on solid relationships, including your employees, vendors and — most critically — your ...

DEAR ABBY: Some time ago, you printed a letter from a grandmother who said she was changing her will because neither her adult children nor her grandchildren ever wrote her thank-you notes when she ...

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 ...

When someone does something kind for you, expressing gratitude is essential — and sometimes, a physical thank-you note can be more impactful than words alone. Handwritten thank-you notes are a ...

DEAR ABBY: Some time ago, you printed a letter from a grandmother who said she was changing her will because neither her adult children nor her grandchildren ever wrote her thank-you notes when she ...