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 ...

Similarly, sending a real estate agent thank you note to clients as soon as possible is important. There’s an excitement that dwindles as time passes, and at some point, it’s too late.

The best thank-you gifts express your gratitude and offer a thoughtful token of appreciation. Here are our top picks for 2024, from gift baskets to candles.

DEAR MISS MANNERS: My half-sister is 11 years older than me.As far as I can tell, she hasn’t worked in years, but she seems to have plenty of money to rent a house and travel around. A couple of ...

At Christmas this year, the time it took prompted me to pause and reflect: Is it truly necessary to write a thank-you note for a thank-you gift? It feels a bit circular.

Advice; Miss Manners: Isn’t an electronic thank-you note a valid alternative to a handwritten card? Published: ; Jun. 14, 2025, 8:00 p.m.