This topic must be incredibly beguiling, since so many people are searching for help with it. 

Here are a few questions I have received on the art of expressing thanks:

In our world of information overload it’s easy to forget about the value of simple written communication.  A letter home from an owner, president, CEO or boss can be a powerful communications tool that reaches employees and their families.

The best way to write a sympathy card is to be genuine and simply say what you feel, thus, you should send your condolences as soon as you hear the news of the death. The following guidelines are for those who may be at a loss for words during the difficult time following a death.

At a loss for words? Writing a creative thank-you card can be easy if you just remember a few simple rules.

There are various types of routine messages including good news (as opposed to bad news), letters of introduction, and requests for information or action. In any of these instances, the message you write may be the initial message or a response to a request. All of these have one thing in common—they follow the same writing plan.

Letters of recommendation differ based on who writes them and for what purpose. There are three basic types.

Business owners will occasionally need to get in touch with significant individuals who might be able to help their business. With huge amounts of personal data at their fingertips, it is easy to fall into the trap of just firing off an e-mail and waiting, and, waiting, and, er, forgetting. Sound familiar?