WEEKLY WISDOM STRIKES POSITIVE RESPONSE FROM RECIPIENTS
Each Sunday or early Monday morning, I sit down at my computer and organize myself to find the “right” quote that I want to send out. The selected quote triggers a little discussion in my mind, which in turn becomes no more than four and one-half lines about “why” I thought the particular quote relative. Then the paragraph is followed by a question that is written to make you think about your week ahead.
Much to my surprise, I discovered I have been sending it out every week for the last seven years. It has never been a chore and find that between keeping my eyes and ears open for information to dispense on Twitter http://www.twitter.com/KathyCondon and my weekly ezine I find that I keep much more alert to things that are happening around me.
The distribution list is growing and all people on the list have opted in to receive it. If people unsubscribe, the comment usually is something like “I’m just too overwhelm with email.” I smile, for Weekly Wisdom http://tinyurl.com/mt6n9s is so short it takes no time to read, but it was a good way for people to let me down easy when they really mean it wasn’t serving them. Rarely, do I get these unsubscribe messages.
This blog was triggered by two emails I got yesterday. One woman wrote to tell me where she had met me and said, “I signed up for Weekly Wisdom then and I am so glad I did. Keep up the good work.”
The second email said, “Kathy, I am changing jobs and I want to be sure I continue to get Weekly Wisdom, would you change my address? It is so helpful to me and really puts me in a positive frame of mind as I start my week.”
Needless to say, I was smiling as I read them. Weekly Wisdom keeps me connected to people that I have met as I keep developing my wonderful life that is filled with adventure and growth.
Next week, I am heading to Palm Springs for an extended period of time to use my networking skills to raise funds to help bring back the Rodeo to Palm Springs after 40 years.
Weekly Wisdom will continue to arrive in your email no later than Monday morning.
I will have a new blog, in addition to this one, on my journey to raising funds in Palm Springs….I will let you know when that is up and running.
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BUSINESS COMMUNICATION TIP:
Stretch yourself by going to visit an industry that you know very little about. You will be amazed at the how a different environment might stretch your thinking.
Thursday, July 30, 2009
Tuesday, July 21, 2009
NETWORKING SUPPORTING DEVELOPMENT OF RELATIONSHIPS
Recently, I sent a woman I hadn’t seen in a couple of years and whom I admire, a note congratulating her on her outstanding professional achievement. It was no brainer for me to write the note since anyone in the professional world knows receiving accolades from your own industry is truly an honor.
Two days later, I got a call from her. “Kathy, been wanting to connect with you, let’s have lunch.” We set the date and I looked forward to it – we always have had stimulating conversations.
I had read that the particularly restaurant, where we were going to have lunch, was accepting books for donations for our local library foundation, so I went through my own library. Found three books that I was ready to let go. (Not an easy task for me.) As I entered the restaurant, I gave the books to the manager. What was great, is that he sincerely seemed pleased I had made the effort….it was a feel good moment.
My friend, Jan, arrived and the next hour and half was full of catching up, business, and truly connecting. We gave each other suggestions and ideas flourished.
It takes such a short amount of time to write a handwritten note. Yet, the rewards are far reaching.
What do you think? Do you have someone you would like to write a note that is important in your life?
BUSINESS COMMUNICATION TIP:
It is never too late to send someone you know a handwritten note. It is appreciated more than you will ever understand.
Recently, I sent a woman I hadn’t seen in a couple of years and whom I admire, a note congratulating her on her outstanding professional achievement. It was no brainer for me to write the note since anyone in the professional world knows receiving accolades from your own industry is truly an honor.
Two days later, I got a call from her. “Kathy, been wanting to connect with you, let’s have lunch.” We set the date and I looked forward to it – we always have had stimulating conversations.
I had read that the particularly restaurant, where we were going to have lunch, was accepting books for donations for our local library foundation, so I went through my own library. Found three books that I was ready to let go. (Not an easy task for me.) As I entered the restaurant, I gave the books to the manager. What was great, is that he sincerely seemed pleased I had made the effort….it was a feel good moment.
My friend, Jan, arrived and the next hour and half was full of catching up, business, and truly connecting. We gave each other suggestions and ideas flourished.
It takes such a short amount of time to write a handwritten note. Yet, the rewards are far reaching.
What do you think? Do you have someone you would like to write a note that is important in your life?
BUSINESS COMMUNICATION TIP:
It is never too late to send someone you know a handwritten note. It is appreciated more than you will ever understand.
Thursday, July 16, 2009
HANDWRITTEN NOTES VERY MUCH APPRECIATED
In my supply cabinet is an array of note cards. I have my formal printed ones with my logo, name, and address on the back. However, I have discovered in recent months, I tend to go to the note card that fits the personality of the intended recipient.
Handwritten notes can be used for:
Congratulations on an award.
Congratulations for the news article which included his quote. (Send the article so they have extra copies.)
Letting the recipient know you are glad you met.
Thanking a person for a special lunch or dinner.
Thanking a person for inviting you to a special event.
Thanking a person for giving you a great idea.
Thanking a person for supporting you at a meeting.
Thanking a person for a gift.
It doesn’t take a rocket scientist to figure this out – yet, I think we have gotten away from this simple gesture. All you need to do is write three lines. Then include your contact card (formerly business card) so that it is easy for the recipient to get in touch with you if they want to in the future.
A simple reminder that the human touch is very much appreciated.
BUSINESS COMMUNICATION TIP:
When you have to change a business date, call the person up and give them the reason why. Then suggest some possible alternative dates. A quick phone call will be very much appreciated
Sign up for my Weekly Wisdom at http://www.kathycondon.info (upper right-hand corner) and receive a very short email that will start your week out on a positive note.
In my supply cabinet is an array of note cards. I have my formal printed ones with my logo, name, and address on the back. However, I have discovered in recent months, I tend to go to the note card that fits the personality of the intended recipient.
Handwritten notes can be used for:
Congratulations on an award.
Congratulations for the news article which included his quote. (Send the article so they have extra copies.)
Letting the recipient know you are glad you met.
Thanking a person for a special lunch or dinner.
Thanking a person for inviting you to a special event.
Thanking a person for giving you a great idea.
Thanking a person for supporting you at a meeting.
Thanking a person for a gift.
It doesn’t take a rocket scientist to figure this out – yet, I think we have gotten away from this simple gesture. All you need to do is write three lines. Then include your contact card (formerly business card) so that it is easy for the recipient to get in touch with you if they want to in the future.
A simple reminder that the human touch is very much appreciated.
BUSINESS COMMUNICATION TIP:
When you have to change a business date, call the person up and give them the reason why. Then suggest some possible alternative dates. A quick phone call will be very much appreciated
Sign up for my Weekly Wisdom at http://www.kathycondon.info (upper right-hand corner) and receive a very short email that will start your week out on a positive note.
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