Career Pro-tip: Send a Thank You Note

By Michael at 8:44 AM on December 3, 2009

These days, etiquette does not mean much to the average person, especially in America. No longer are the days of holding open doors, saying, “please” and, “thank you,” nor does addressing a man as “Sir” show respect, but rather an aging judgment. Because of this, potential employers will have the pants shocked off of them when you send a thank you note.

I will be following this post with a complete how-to guide on the art of the thank you note in the short future. Until then, tell me: do you send thank you notes to all those who have helped you or, in this case, given you the chance to showcase yourself?