Archive for the 'Greeting Card Etiquette' Category
Is it Proper to Write on the Top Half of a Greeting Card?
Tag: Greeting Card EtiquetteDear Ms. Cards Etiquette,
I always wonder, when writing out cards, is it professional to write on the opposite side of the imprinted message. If you have a card that folds in half downwards, are you supposed to write on the top half of the card?? Does it matter??
Not Sure […]
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How Do You Use C/O on an Address?
Tags: address envelopes, Addressing wedding invitations, Greeting Card EtiquetteDear Ms. Cards Etiquette,
What does c/o mean in an address? When should I use it in my correspondence?
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When used in addressing envelopes, c/o means “care of”, and is used when you’re sending mail to someone who does not actually live at the address in question. It can […]
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Is It Really Appropriate to Send a Sympathy Card for the Loss of a Pet?
Tags: Greeting Card Etiquette, sympathy cardsDear Ms. Cards Etiquette,
My friend recently had a pet pass away. She is very distraught about it, and I’m wondering if it is appropriate to send a card to her. I mean, it is not like a person died: it was just a dog.
-Jane S. in Idaho
Ah, […]
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How to Welcome New Employees
Tags: Greeting Card Etiquette, Welcoming a new employeeDear Ms. Cards Etiquette,
Our company is planning an expansion at our main office, and we’re trying to think of a good way to welcome the new employees. Some of them are local, and some are relocating to our town. I was hoping you’d have some good ideas!
-HR Newbie
No […]
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How Far in Advance Do I Send Invitations?
Tag: Greeting Card EtiquetteDear Ms. Cards Etiquette,
I just took a job with a company that hosts a number of parties and charity events throughout the year. It seems one of my duties will be coordinating the invitations for these events. Is there a set guideline for when to send invitations to business events? Does […]
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