Give a not-so-subtle hint . If straight talk doesn’t work, be bold. The next gift could come with a box of thank-you cards.

DEAR MISS MANNERS: My mother raised me to send a thank-you note when I received a gift. I am a new business owner and I have sent out holiday gifts to my 65 clients. Since then, my inbox has been ...

You'll be more likely to write a thank you note if you do it soon after receiving a gift or an act of kindness. The general expectation is between one day and two weeks after opening a gift.

Hello Carolyn: I went to your column specifically to see whether I am the only one hurt by not receiving thank-yous for gifts sent. I see I am not. I thought maybe it’s just an “older ...

While thanking someone for a gift is important, one reader of the Dear Annie advice column suggests a call or text is just as good as sending a thank you note. (AP Photo/Amy Sancetta) ASSOCIATED PRESS ...

DEAR MISS MANNERS: My mother raised me to send a thank-you note when I received a gift. I am a new business owner and I have sent out holiday gifts to my 65 clients. Since then, my inbox has been ...

They didn’t thank you for your gift. Here’s how to talk it out. When it comes to showing gratitude, some people might need a nudge to learn how it’s done.