Anatomy of a Thank You Note

In today's fast paced society sometimes the little details are forgotten. A handwritten thank-you note is one of those little things that often goes unnoticed, until you receive one. I am a big believer in writing thank-you notes, even for the small things, because it shows my appreciation and that I have actually taken the time to think about what it is that I am thanking you for. Thank-you notes are appropriate when you've received a gift, interviewed for a job, when someone does something that is helpful for you and even when you've established a new professional contact.

But you might ask, what do I say in a thank-you note? I have broken it down into six simple parts for a good, easy to write thank-you note.

1. Greeting. Don't forget to use the correct spelling of the person's name. Always start with Dear ___. 
2. Express Your Thanks. Begin with the two most important words: Thank you. 
3. Add Specific Details. How will you use their gift? Summarize what you talked about in your interview. What has their help done for you?
4. Look Ahead. Mention the next time you might see them, or just let them know you’re thinking of them.
5. Restate Your Thanks.
6. End With Your Regards. Depending on who you are thanking, "Sincerely" is safe, but use a warmer option for someone you have a closer relationship with. 

Thank-you notes are even more personal when they are written on your very own personal stationery. My go-to for personalized stationery is Modern Posh - a fashion forward fine stationery and gift collection by Vanilla Print, a design house of couture stationery. Not only do they have amazing personalized products, but their customer service is amazing!

What are some of your go-to's for writing thank-you notes?

"All truths are easy to understand once they are discovered; the point is to discover them." - Galileo Galilei

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