Even knowing how much it means to us when we receive a handwritten note, our “lol” “omg” text/email society seems to prevent us from writing a short note sharing our gratitude. We never find the time.
As simple as this note is, I can’t help but feel good when I read it . I think you will agree, it makes you feel appreciated. That’s the power of the handwritten note. Can’t you see it mounted at her mom’s office or taped to the refrigerator at home?
Even though we recognize the value, the power of the handwritten note, we never find the time to do it. I even saw a company on Shark Tank who recognized the Value of the handwritten note and developed a business plan based upon the tag line, “…just do the typing and we’ll handle the rest.”
Kind of loses the sincerity, especially when you realize the power generated in this young lady’s single sentence to her mom. Dawn Bryan advocates, “Think of writing letters and notes by hand as opportunities, not obligations.”
So here’s my challenge: Lets use our Smart Phones/Tablets/Computers to schedule, to remind us, at least one day a week to write a brief appreciative note to our customers, colleagues, and family members.
Want to see the true power of the handwritten note?
- Send a kind note to someone, to put it nicely, we have had differences in the past
- Maybe even a congratulatory message to your competition
It may result in them returning the favor, help you with an issue, or even create future where you all work together to win future business!
It is just a matter of attitude, a way of thinking or feeling about someone or something… and according to Winston Churchill
“Attitude is a little thing that makes a big difference”
So until next blog, how a about a little Jimmy Buffet, “Changes in Latitudes, Changes in Attitudes” …chill and take 5 minutes to write a short handwritten note to someone! It just may make a BIG difference!
Al McCormick
