JOURNAL ARTICLE
5 Tips for Writing Meaningful Thank-You Notes.
Published In: Harvard Business Review Digital Articles, 2024. P. 1 1 of 3
Database: Business Source Ultimate 2 of 3
Authored By: Susman, Sally 3 of 3
Abstract
This article discusses the importance of writing meaningful thank-you notes and how it can help build a work culture where people feel valued and respected. The author shares personal experiences and insights from Leonard Lauder, the former CEO of The Estée Lauder Companies, who emphasized the power of gratitude and thank-you notes as a communication and managerial tool. The article provides five principles for writing effective thank-you notes, including taking time to reflect, thanking those who are often forgotten, being specific, making it matter, and emphasizing that it's never too late to express gratitude. The author highlights the benefits of expressing gratitude, both in personal and professional relationships, and emphasizes the value of handwritten notes in a world that can sometimes feel divisive and shallow. [Extracted from the article]
Additional Information
- Source:Harvard Business Review Digital Articles. 2024/08, p1
- Document Type:Article
- Subject Area:Biography
- Publication Date:2024
- Accession Number:179403799
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