When friends—or even strangers—send good news about their businesses, I like to acknowledge the news, even when I'm pressed for time. A short e-mail like this works equally well, and perhaps better, as a handwritten note. Korn Ferry is an international executive recruiting firm.
To: Sandra Mitchellson, M.B.A.
Subject: Congratulations!
Sandy,
Congratulations on being named one of the top 5 Korn Ferry consultants. Not to mention, one of the top 100 in the country.
Those are big honors, but they don't surprise me.
You're a powerhouse!
:Bill