Dear Prudence Help! I Want to Send My Former Boss a Thank You Note… for Firing Me. Read what Prudie had to say in this week’s Dear Prudence Uncensored.

A thank-you note got me my first real job. As a newly minted college graduate with no work experience, I was having a tough time finding my first grown-up gig. I thought I’d never get a break ...

Sign, seal, deliver! Pick a closing salutation appropriate to your relationship with the person you’re thanking. “Sincerely” or “Best” is suitable for a colleague or boss.

If you choose to write a thank-you note by hand, consider investing in some nice stationery or cards. This adds an extra touch of elegance and care to your message.