And every once in a while, we do. There it is – your name, written in pen. A handwritten envelope. And inside? A genuine thank-you note. No automation. No mass email. Just ink on paper and real ...

like if you thank someone for the flowers they sent for watching their pet when they were away,” said Ms. Pantzer, who started her brand to revive the tradition of written letters.

Thank you emails after your interview also show the recruiter your written communication style, which in and of itself is useful. Informal emails work when email communication is not pivotal to ...