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.

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

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 ...

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 ...

I am a serious supporter of the handwritten thank you note. As a child, I was forced to write thank you notes. I had stationery cards with golden “M”s embossed on the front, and these appeared every ...

In today’s fast-paced digital world — where emails and instant messages dominate — sending a handwritten note has become a rare and valuable gesture. Businesses often overlook this traditional form of ...