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In our high tech world, it is still our personal relationships with others that add special meaning to our lives. As a part of these relationships, gifts are often exchanged. Whether the gift is a tangible item or an intangible, such as time, saying thank you is an important part of everyday etiquette not to be forgotten. Knowing when and how to say thank you is an important way to express appreciation for the thoughtfulness of others.Thank You Etiquette – The BasicsAlways acknowledge a …

As times and technology change, it is still the personal touches that are most meaningful. Saying thank you is an important ritual of etiquette that is effective in all relationships. Knowing when, and how, to say thank you can make a difference in helping you, and your company, succeed in reaching its goals.General thank you etiquetteSpecial gifts for select employees or clients should be given in a private setting.Acknowledge a gift when the sender has no other way of knowing you rece …

Place invitation with the text up.Place reception card on top, with text facing up.Number response cards on back.Number guest list to coordinate with numbers on response cards.If a guest forgets to put his/her name on response card you will know who is respondingAffix postage to reply card envelope and tuck reply card under flap.Place reply card and other accessory cards on top of reception card by size, placing the smallest accessory on the top.Insert the invitation and all accessories into the …

Addressing with Titles: Use complete and formal name and address.Acceptable abbreviations are: Mr., Mrs., Ms., Dr., Jr.Names should be completely spelled out instead of common name:Mr. and Mrs. Ronald Smith instead of Mr. and Mrs. Ron SmithFor children under 18 years:Mr. and Mrs. Ronald SmithMr. John and Miss Joan SmithAddressing without Title: Mr. and Mrs. often omittedRon and Sally SmithCasual first name rather than formal first name often usedRon and Sally SmithFor invites sent to a family …

Checklist* & Timetable Timing Task 12-18 Months Announce your engagement.Discuss the framework/style for a celebration that suits your families & budget. 10-15 Months Research providers for the key services you will need, such as venues, musicians, caterers, florists, photographer and/or videographer. 8-14 Months Secure providers of the key services you wil …

Checklist* and Timetable Timing Task 12-18 Months Discuss the framework/style for a celebration that suits your family. 10-15 Months Research providers for the key services you will need, such as entertainers, caterers, photographer and/or videographer and venues. 8-14 Months Secure providers of the key services you will need such as: entertainers, caterers, photog …

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