By Juanita Ecker
I recently received a thank you note from a friend that I had helped with some business issues. I was touched by the card and kept it. Now, every time I see it I’m reminded of her and our friendship.
I love to receive handwritten thank you notes, yet they seem to be a lost art. These days you’re more likely to receive a hastily dashed-off email, text message, Facebook posting, or even a tweet as a message of thanks than a personal thank you note that shows a true appreciation for your assistance. Some people don’t bother to say thanks at all. To me, that’s unacceptable. If someone took the time to do a good deed or offer help, you can certainly take a moment to write them a tasteful thank you note. To nudge you in the right direction, I’ve compiled some tips for writing thank you notes that shine.
Don’t send an email or a text after a job interview. A friend of mine once hired a woman because she had stood out from the pack by sending a handwritten thank you card with a pretty image on it after the interview; the card was even tacked up on her bulletin board at work. I recommend selecting a card with a beautiful and tasteful photographic print. Bring it with you to the interview, then fill it out—adding any details relevant to your conversation—and drop it in the mailbox immediately after you leave the office. They should receive it the next day. (more…)
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