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Expertise
I am gratefully ready to answer your questions regarding expressing gratitude and saying thank you. This includes topics such as wording and etiquette for thank you notes, cards and letters in addition to advice on acceptance speeches, and sharing your appreciation every day.
Experience in the area
I am founder of http://www.my-thank-you-site.com. I have also been a professional writer, and public speaker for over ten years.
Publications
My writing has appeared in publications such as Miami Herald, Fort Lauderdale Sun Sentinel, Cat Fancy, and Pulp Magazine. I have also been featured on numerous radio stations and television shows including CNN's Showbiz Today, CBS News, and Channel 7 News in Australia.
Education/Credentials
Florida International University - Journalism
Average Ratings
Recent Reviews from Users
K = Knowledgeability C = Clarity of Response P = Politeness| User | Date | K | C | P | Comments |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Anonymous Girl | 02/25/12 | 7 | 9 | 10 | Thank You for your advice. |
| Stefanie | 01/09/12 | 10 | 10 | 10 | |
| Daniela | 03/17/11 | 10 | 9 | 10 | |
| Allie | 11/18/10 | 10 | 10 | 10 | Thanks. That makes me feel better about ..... |
| Olivia | 08/13/10 | 10 | 10 | 10 |
Recent Answers from Christy Murphy
2012-02-25 Dating/Relationships:
If you had not mentioned that you had "been so hurt and broken lately" and that "more rejection would crush me," I would say be honest with him and take it from there. However, you are obviously in an
2012-01-09 Don't know what to do.:
It doesn't seem like you have a hard time to me knowing how you feel about your boyfriend. Re-read your letter. You're fed up. To put it plainly, it's time to take responsibility for your own life and
2011-03-17 Misunderstanding or deal breaker?:
Dear Daniea, When you wrote, "I want to discover what his true feelings and intentions are so I can decide if I really will move in with him," you completely have the right IDEA. Unfortunately there
2010-11-16 Teachers:
Allie, What a wonderful question! You are a very sweet person for taking the time to thank your teacher and also being mindful of the feelings of your current teacher. Know that you have done nothing
2010-08-11 a guy at work:
Good for you. If can find the courage to tell him straight out you're not interested in knowing him if/when he asks you out or bothers you, (instead of telling him you're seeing someone when you're not)
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