Writing business thank you notes is the just the first step in mastering business thank you note etiquette

They say that golf is essential to doing business. I don’t know about that, but I do know that etiquette is. Practicing proper business etiquette takes you (and your business) to the next level of professionalism in the eyes of your business partners, vendors and clients. That’s why learning how to write business thank you cards is so important.

Writing business thank you notes gives you a competitive edge

Knowing how to write a business thank you gives you the leg up

Business thank you note etiquette ranks among the top skills all professionals should hone in their arsenal of business etiquette tactics. Writing business thank you notes is as important as paying your bills on time and knowing your competitors’ strengths and weaknesses. Believe it or not, learning how to write business thank you cards gives you a competitive edge. Continue reading ‘How To Write A Business Thank You Note and When To Send It’ »

The Customer Service Team at Giftsin24.com works hard to make sure all of our customers get exactly what they want. It’s safe to say that they’re more familiar with our personalized gifts and custom stationery products than just about anyone. So I thought it would be fun to find out what their favorite personalized gifts from Giftsin24.com are and why.  Here’s what they shared.

Customer Service Team Leader Brandon’s favorite personalized stationery:

• Classic Cotton Memo Square – “I actually got one as a gift before I started working here and I used it all the time. Now I make sure I always have one handy.”
• California Classic Frame Monogram Note in Red Pepper – “The quality and color of the paper are outstanding. The red is so vibrant and different from just about anything else we carry.”
• Mother Earth Banner Card – “I really like the paper used to make this embossed card. Some people call it “Desert Storm,” which I think is a cool name. I also like that it’s made from recycled paper.”

Brandon's favorite, the California Classic Frame Monogram Note in 'red pepper'

Jessica brings a feminine side to the team

Her favorite custom stationery products include:

Jessica's favorite, the Motherly Memo Square

Zeke, the newest member of the Giftsin24.com Customer Service Team, prefers:

• Vegas Cards – “I like the variety of colors offered in one set.”
• Caslon Note – “The lettering is simple but also sophisticated. I spent several years in the Marines, and for some reason, it reminds me of the formality and respect associated with military service.”
• Magnet Mates – “It’s so convenient. I like to keep my ‘to do list’ right there on my fridge.”

Zeke's favorite, the Vegas Cards

Although I’m not on the Customer Service Team, I thought I’d share a few of my favorite personalized gifts from Giftsin24.com, too:

• Deco Note – I think this embossed note is just beautiful. I’ve always been drawn to art deco motifs. The combination of the embossing and raised ink lettering give it such elegance.
• Splendor Lettersheets – This is one feisty lettering style! It gives the stationery a kick, especially when you choose a fun color like emerald, or the gold or silver metallic.
• Strasbourg Guest Towels – My mom always kept guest towels in her powder room, and I thought it was such an elegant touch. These embossed guest towels look luxurious but don’t come with a hefty price tag.
• “Hello” Bookplates – I wish I’d known about these earlier! The “Hello Cub” personalized bookplate is my favorite, but I think all of the designs are adorable.

One of my faves, Hello Cub Bookplates

Well, there you have it…a few favorite personalized gifts from the Giftsin24.com team.

 I hope this inspires you to get creative in your gift giving and also to find places in your life that can be brightened by personalized paper products!

Restore That Personal Touch With Custom Business Stationery

When did business get so impersonal? What happened to the days when the best business deals were done with a handshake or, better yet, a hand-written note? Of course, times change, but some things should stay the same…like using stationery to personalize certain business communications.

Granted, we need to streamline processes to keep up the pace, especially in today’s cutthroat market. Online communication certainly has its place. However, sometimes reverting to seemingly old-fashioned practices – sending personalized business note cards, for example – can actually catapult you ahead of your competition. In a word, it’s all about ‘personalization.’

The Intimate Impact Of Custom Business Stationery

That personal touch. Personalized attention. You know what I’m talking about – we hear it all the time. People appreciate and remember being treated like they’re special. Continue reading ‘Personalized Business Stationery Makes Business Sense’ »

Harrison Ford’s 1991 Film “Regarding Henry” And Personalized Stationery

In 1991, Harrison Ford starred in the movie ‘Regarding Henry,’ a film about a high-powered attorney who experiences an astonishing change of heart and soul after surviving a gunshot wound to the head.

A pivotal part of the storyline revolved around Henry Turner’s personalized stationery, which served as evidence of his infidelities prior to his injury. I vividly remember the stylish leather case of blue on blue engraved, personalized stationery being pulled from his armoire. Henry’s personalized stationery reflected his character: handsome, refined, rich.

Personalized stationery similar to that used in "Regarding Henry"

The Lasting Impact Of Personalized Stationery

I was a college student when the film appeared on the big screen, on the verge of adult life. Continue reading ‘Regarding Henry’s Personalized Stationery’ »

On June 15, we received the following email from a customer:

“In this tough economy jobs for college grads are hard to come by. My son applied for a position and was one of over a hundred applicants. Only 3 of the 100 wrote a personal thank you note for the interview. His was the only one on personalized stationery. His boss recently told him that the personalized stationery was the deciding factor…the difference that set him apart from the other applicants.  Thank you “Gifts in 24″ for turning out a quality product at an affordable price for your customers such as my son.”

Wow. Does it get any more convincing than that? Out of 100 applicants, this college grad distinguishes himself with a hand-written note on personalized stationery.

I got to talk with Tyler Stricklin and his mom, Pauline, who originally shared his story with us.

Giftsin24.com: Why did you choose to write a note on personalized stationery instead of sending an email?
Tyler Stricklin: Well since I was young I was always taught to write thank you notes. They started when I was young on construction paper and over the years they have developed in to your general cards with blank space to write comments. As I graduated college I wanted to be sure that my thank you notes to employers got the point across, made a bold statement, and stuck out from the other applicants’ notes. My personalized stationery accomplished everything and more. Continue reading ‘New Grad Lands Job with Help from Personalized Stationery’ »

Business Thank You Cards & Notes: The Easiest Customer Loyalty Program Around

On the surface, a business thank you note may seem like an antiquated way to attain customer loyalty in this age of immediate and spontaneous communication. But the business of being in business has gotten a lot harder, thanks to a relative handful of greedy executives and hordes of complicitous minions.

When as many execs are stepping aside as corporations are bellying up to the bailout bar, sincerely telling your customers “thank you for your business” with thank you cards is certainly a better way to show thoughtful customer appreciation than impersonal mass e-mails.

Customer appreciation is more than the same old customer loyalty programs

Customer appreciation must now truly reflect how a business or corporation values and appreciates that customer. The past year-and-a-half has been a game-changer when it comes to building customer loyalty. A personalized business thank you card might be the difference between keeping your clients or customers happy and keeping your doors open.

Skeptical?

Consider the following results of a study performed by watchdog group Transparency International. Continue reading ‘Building customer loyalty through random acts of customer appreciation’ »