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Val has been tinkering on his own projects since he learned how to code. On Thankbox he does a bit of everything - working on new features, answering customer emails and constantly thinking about how to make it even more awesome. He enjoys practicing martial arts - currently Tang Soo Do - and coming up with fun games to play with his daughter.


50+ Funny Maternity Leave Message Examples

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Valentin Hinov
16 Dec 2022 7 min read
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There are over 600,000 live UK births each year - this means there are an awful lot of expectant parents too. How do you make sure they don’t receive the same repetitive maternity card as all the others have in the past? Try humour! Here are some great examples of messages to make new parents laugh.

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Being Grateful for National Gratitude Month

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Valentin Hinov
02 Nov 2022 7 min read
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November is National Gratitude Month. It encourages people to take a step back and show gratitude towards one another during the month. Being grateful and showing gratitude has significant benefits for all. When a group, or team, shows gratitude to a colleague everyone feels better.

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New - Split the Cost of Sending your Thankbox 🥳

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Valentin Hinov
10 Oct 2022 7 min read
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A Thankbox group card spreads joy & smiles. Now spread the cost too. Only with Thankbox can you pay from the collection pot - splitting the cost among everyone. Find out how, check out more new collection features and get our special 20% off in October offer.

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What to Write in a Maternity Leave Card

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Valentin Hinov
29 Aug 2022 7 min read
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It’s common for staff to give maternity leave cards to a colleague setting out on maternity leave. A thoughtful card is a gratifying way of congratulating a mother on her new baby and wishing her well ahead of maternity leave. Here are some tips on how to deliver the perfect maternity leave card.

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Online Group Cards Just Got Better. Thankbox Feature Update

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Valentin Hinov
04 Jul 2022 7 min read
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Thankbox online group cards are all about making life better. Here's the latest updates and improvements that take Thankbox experience up a notch or two.

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Top Tips for Gay and LGBTQ+ Birthday Cards

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Valentin Hinov
24 Jun 2022 7 min read
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Everyone knows the grand celebration the LGBTQ+ community puts on for Pride Month in June. Another time for celebration are birthdays. Evidence suggests, besides being a time for celebration, LGBTQ+ birthdays are an important time for reflection of identity and goals. Some tips and insight here.

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Creative Graduation Gift Giving Tips

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Valentin Hinov
09 Jun 2022 7 min read
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With summer around the corner, it means only one thing — graduation season! How to celebrate when friends and family are spread around the globe? Here are a few practical and creative ideas.

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Best Things to Write in a Housewarming Card

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Valentin Hinov
03 May 2022 7 min read
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While housewarming might be an unspoken rule in many neighbourhoods and areas around the world, it can often be hard to find what to write on a card. Here's a great big curated list of message ideas from long to short via funny, with some appropriate endings too.

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Thoughtful & Easy Last-minute Wedding Gifts

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Valentin Hinov
18 Apr 2022 7 min read
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With COVID restrictions loosening up and the wedding season almost at the front door, couples are rushing to plan their special day. And, weddings that were postponed can now go ahead. Scouting for last-minute gifts? Thankbox is here to provide a list of thoughtful last-minute wedding gift ideas.

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Best Appreciation Gifts For Remote Employees

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Valentin Hinov
04 Apr 2022 7 min read
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It can be easy to take the work of remote employees for granted. After all, you don't see them face-to-face every day. If you want to show your appreciation for all that remote employees do, the Thankbox team has put together this list of inexpensive gifts and virtual thank-you ideas.

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