Welcome to “Pressing Questions,” Fast Company’s mini advice column. Twice a week, deputy editor Kathleen Davis, host of The New Way We Work podcast, will answer the biggest and most pressing workplace ...

Whether you felt you aced the interview or bombed it, a thank-you note is critical to remain a candidate in competition for a job. I've listened to numerous executives in interview debrief meetings, ...

If you’re a leader, you know how important it is to thank and recognize employees. It strengthens relationships, keeps people engaged, and fosters a powerful sense of belonging. Because what gets ...

In a world where communication is often reduced to quick texts and social media posts, the art of expressing gratitude can sometimes be overlooked. Many people wonder whether they really need to write ...

With a written note, certainly a parent must stamp and address it, and perhaps hover over the child to inspire them to write.

If I get a thank-you card, it is nice, but I do not see any obligation on their part to send me one. I got my reward already.

DEAR MISS MANNERS: After several decades of typing on keyboards, I have lost my ability to write nicely by hand. My solution is to send electronic notes -- for expressing appreciation, recognizing ...

DEAR MISS MANNERS: You have been influential in my decision to take up a new hobby this year: mailing handwritten letters to friends and family for a variety of occasions. Related Articles Miss ...

She explained that her cousin and his wife flouted the event's no-alcohol policy and snuck in bottles during the reception, causing a bit of a scene "While I was initially happy they made the effort ...

When job hunting, the strongest, simplest thing you can do is write a thank you email after an interview. It's a powerful gesture that leaves a lasting impression and sets you apart from other ...