Some say one of the best ways to win over people is to send them flowers 365 days a year (it would certainly make us very happy!). If that's too lavish for you, why not do it on special days instead? Here are some important dates to jot down in your filofax or palmtop.

Special Days in 2009

New Year's Day (1st January, Tuesday)

Lunar New Year (26- 27 Jan, Monday - Tuesday)

Valentine's Day (14th February, Saturday)

Administrative Professionals'/Secretaries' Week (19 - 25 April)

Mother's Day (2nd Sunday of May)

Father's Day (3rd Sunday of June)

Teachers' Day (1st September, Saturday)

Bosses' Day (16th October, Saturday)

Christmas Day (25th December, Friday)