Many years ago, I worked as a research assistant to eminent New Zealand historian, Michael King. It was in the early days of email (Michael still printed important ones out) & one of the things I picked up from him is cc& #39;ing in people& #39;s bosses

and their bosses& #39; bosses when you are thanking them for a job well done, an extra mile gone, working outside usual hours etc. And be specific - commend their skills, their commitment, and point out when it is more than & #39;just doing their job& #39;

the latter being particularly important when the person you are thanking is a student, or has less power in the organisation. I think of him every time I do it - and the emails he sent *about* me, to my supervisor, my head of department, the dean.

Having just had the opportunity to send a thank you email like this, I am reflecting on what I learnt, all those years ago. #BeKindAlways