Archive for the 'Greeting Card Etiquette' Category
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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Is it Appropriate to Send the Boss a Get Well Card?
Tags: get well cards, Greeting Card EtiquetteDear Ms. Cards Etiquette,
My boss is going in for surgery soon, and I’m not sure what to do. It’s nothing major or risky, but I don’t know if I should send a get well card or not. What do you think?
- Mary in Chicago
There shouldn’t be any problem with [...]
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