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Business Thank You Notes - 4 Major Tips
By:Sabrina Lawton

Some people like writing business thank you notes and others don't. Are you one of the ones who don't? Never fear: here are some hints, tips, and sample thank you wording just for you.

1. Be as clear and simple as possible. This isn't English class - your business associates aren't expecting anything flowery. In fact, they would probably prefer something, quick, simple, and to the point.

In other words: cover your bases, but don't linger on them. What's the best way to do this?

2. Write like you talk. Most of us are much better talkers than we are writers. Forget what you learned in English class and just write like you talk. Just say what you want to say, out loud, and then write it down.

Sound too simple to be good? It's a shame we've been taught that writing has to be complicated. It doesn't. Just think of what you'd like to say, in your regular speaking voice out loud, and write it down!

3. Take the extra minute to write on paper instead of just sending an email. "Snail mail" is still much more effective for this kind of thing than email. Sending physical mail shows you actually took the time to sit down to write and mail something, versus just dashing it off quickly on your computer.

You'll always want to use good paper, instead of just plain old copy paper. This good paper can be your company letterhead. You can also get business thank you notes supplies (special heavy-stock thank you cards, personalized cards, etc.) from your local office supply or stationary store.

4. Address your thank you words to a specific person and not just to the company. Even if you didn't actually meet with a company representative, but still have reason to send thanks, make sure you find out the most appropriate person to address. It certainly can't hurt in the future for them to feel appreciated.

Sample thank you note wording:

Michael,

Thank you so much for recommending us to the startup ISP in New Smyrna. David Jauss called today, asking about our VoIP phones and other technology, and I think it's going to be a go for us both.

I know you're busy enough with your own work, and I just want to thank you for taking the time to recommend me and my company. I'll be looking for an opportunity to return the favor.

Cordially,

Bill

In conclusion, just be yourself and convey your true thoughts when composing your business thank you notes.

At a loss for words? Click these links to get Free business thank you notes samples and more tips on writing business thank you notes at the ThankYouNoteWording.info website. http://www.thankyounotewording.info/business_thank_you_notes






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