Forbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights. I help people advocate for themselves and leverage opportunities. Giving thanks can flow both up and down the chain. It doesn’t ...

Showing appreciation is a great way to build a community within your workplace and inspire people to do their best.

There are lots of ways you can say thank you for all those holiday gifts without stressing over it. Whether you're expressing your gratitude to a close friend, a relative, or even someone in the ...

We love giving and receiving gifts, and we love surprises. But sometimes when that surprise is an unexpected gift, we're delighted and grateful but also feel a little awkward about what comes next.

Editor’s Note: Thought leader Grace Ueng is CEO of Savvy Growth, a noted leadership coaching and management consultancy, celebrating its 20th anniversary serving clients. Grace writes a regular column ...

For me, the daughter of small business owners, winter and the holidays meant more family time at the dining table, not just to eat but to handwrite thank you notes to our customers. My brother would ...

A few tips for accepting a not-quite-right present gracefully: Find something kind to say. You don’t have to lie, but look for one positive detail—maybe the color, the effort, or that it’s something ...

Every parent knows that awkward pause after a kind neighbor puts Halloween treats into your child's candy bucket. It can feel more terrifying than a jump scare. Will your child remember to say “thank ...

DEAR MISS MANNERS: Lately I have noticed an increase in people saying “I appreciate you” instead of “Thank you” or “I appreciate it.” Related Articles Miss Manners: They mistake me for this other ...

We all learned to say "thank you" in preschool, but figuring out what to say back can feel a little bit tricky. From a simple "you're welcome" to a casual "no problem," knowing how to respond to ...

When we meet a veteran, does he or she want to be told, “Thank you for your service?” Over the course of the last 15 years, I have heard many opinions on this question from veterans and non-veterans ...