Stand Out From the Crowd with a Handwritten Note

When was the last time you received a handwritten note?  When was the last time you actually wrote a handwritten note to one of your customers or prospects?  Too long to remember?  If you do happen to remember, how did it make you feel to receive a handwritten note?  In the age of e-mails, text messages and  instant messaging the handwritten note has become a lost art.  Here is a real simple, idea for success for business owners and sales professionals to distinguish themselves from their competitors by reviving this lost art.    

And the greatest part is that the handwritten note is simple, affordable and because it is rarely used extremely effective.  

So, when should you send a handwritten note?  

Here are a couple of ideas of when you can stand out from the crowd by sending a handwritten note:

• You have received a gift
• You were a guest in someone’s home
• You were treated to a meal
• You received a business favor
• You are replying to an invitation
• You are sending condolences
• You want to offer congratulations
• You need to apologize

Of course, like any type of activity, you should develop a system for doing this.  Commit to sending out 5-10 handwritten notes on a weekly basis.  If that seems like too much work, send out one handwritten note per day.  Then, get ready for the positive comments you’ll hear from those you send these to.  You’ll be amazed at the comments you receive with the power of the pen.