With graduation just ending and interviewing just beginning it’s the Thank You note time of year. We need to slow down and make being courteous a priority again, after all you don’t know how long that graduation money will hold you over until you find a job in this economy.

Writing thank you notes can seem like a hard, daunting task to many, however it is a necessity and a very helpful skill to have in the business world.

10 Tips for Writing Thank You Notes:

1. Pick stationary that reflects your personality whether it be simplistic or elegant.

2. Write the note in blue rather than black ink for a warmer feel.

3. Never write in pencil.

4. Start with “Thank you”.

5. Follow with what you will do with the item or how it has helped you.

6. Express why it is meaningful to you.

7. Close by commenting on the nature of your relationship with whoever is receiving the note.

8. Address it by hand, only 4% of US mail is hand addressed.

9. It should be a handwritten note, email is not appropriate unless it is absolutely necessary.

10. Be genuine, people can tell when you write the same thing in every note.

For more tips on business etiquette contact the Professional Edge and we can help you by providing Image Consulting and Professional Presence programs.