10 sample ways to say thank you in a letter

ways to start a thank you letterThere are so many reasons to write a thank you letter, and sometimes it can be hard to know where to start. I’ve put together a list of ten great ways to start your next thank you letter. Whether you’re thanking a friend for a birthday present or sending a note of appreciation to your boss, these openings will help get your letter off on the right foot!

10 sample ways to say thank you in a letter

  1. Thank you for the birthday present! It was really thoughtful of you.
  2. I appreciate all that you do for me at work.
  3. Thank you for being such a great friend.
  4. Your support means a lot to me.
  5. Thank you for everything.
  6. Thank you isn’t enough for all the things you have done for me.
  7. I don’t know what I would have done without you.
  8. Thank you for your help.
  9. I don’t know how to thank you enough.
  10. Saying thank you seems such a small gesture for all the help you have given me, but it is heartfelt

Saying thank you to a business in a letter

Thanking a business for great service is a wonderful way to show your appreciation and build relationships. It may even lead to more business! So if you have received excellent service from a business recently, don’t hesitate to drop them a line and let them know. Your feedback could be just what they need to keep up the good work!

Here are some general tips on how to start a business thank you letter:

  • First, make sure you include the date, the name of the business, and the address of the business.
  • Next, state why you are writing in the opening paragraph. For example, “I am writing to let you know how much I appreciate your excellent customer service.”
  • In the next paragraph, give specific examples of what made the experience great. Was it a particular employee who went above and beyond? Or was it the overall atmosphere of the business? Whatever it was make sure to reference it in your letter.
  • In the final paragraph, thank the business again and let them know you will be sure to continue being a loyal customer.

Thank you to employees or volunteers in a letter

Your staff or volunteers really appreciate being thanked for the work they have done for you or your business. It doesn’t take long to write but it will mean a lot to the recipient.

  1. I wanted to say thank you for going above and beyond what was expected during our recent staff shortages.
  2. Your attention to detail has helped us achieve our goals this month and I wanted to say thank you.
  3. Thank you for staying behind to help out, it was much appreciated.
  4. I have been told how hard you’ve been working on the latest project and I would like to thank you for your dedication and perseverence.
  5. You are amazing! Thank you for helping with that [whatever] We couldn’t have done it without you.

These are just a few examples, but there are endless possibilities for how to start a thank you letter. No matter who you’re writing to or what the occasion is, a little gratitude can go a long way! So get started on your next thank you letter today. Who knows, it might just brighten someone’s day.

And remember, a handwritten letter is always appreciated – no matter how you start it.

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