Why it’s Worth Sending Handwritten Holiday Cards

There is no better way to get into the holidays and connect with others than with a handwritten holiday card! Think about the last time you received something handwritten… how did it make you feel? Connected? Important? Sentimental? 

You are not alone! Studies have shown that your brain reacts differently and more positively to something handwritten as opposed to the same news shared in an email. This applies to everything from a 3-year-old’s Mother’s Day card, to your business holiday cards. 

This season, spread those feelings to all the people surrounding your business! It is important to ensure your employees feel your gratitude around the season of giving. Not just any year, but the past few years we have had in particular, they enjoy all the love and gratitude in the world.

Merry and Brightly Written

Besides spreading the holiday cheer, companies such as Shutterfly suggest there are many reasons why a handwritten holiday card should be your top priority this winter. With a printed photo card, it makes it much easier to send out your thoughts in bulk! 

Use this opportunity to maybe reconnect with clients you have lost touch with. This is a low-risk way to gently remind someone that your business is still booming and eager to present them with the solutions they’re looking for.

Through this card, you are wishing someone well and perhaps also sparking positive memories of their experience working with you and your business!

Another reason to send some joy to the world is to express gratitude to clients. Loyal customers will continue to come back to your business or religiously use your services if they feel respected. You would be going the extra mile to say “Thank you for your continued love of our business” with your handwritten holiday card.

“Deck”orate the Halls with Your Holiday Card

The behind the scenes details of your holiday cards are also important! This could be a great way for you to present promotional photos for your company. Your holiday card is a great opportunity to send out a new and improved logo, an updated head shot, or a photo of your new business location. 

Use this card as a networking opportunity! Send your holiday card out to potential clients and surrounding offices in your business park. Creating relationships this way is meaningful and long-lasting! 

Holiday Givebacks 

Take it a step forward and have your cards contain more than a nice message. Have your connect your holiday card to a charity! What a wonderful way to show all of your card recipients that your business is concerned about giving back.

This holiday season, craft something heartfelt, handwritten, and helpful for your business. Need some help? Our team of creative professionals loves a challenge and welcome the opportunity to collaborate with you on a holiday statement that will speak volumes about your business. Contact us when you’re ready to spread some holiday cheer!

Signed, Sealed, Schedule Send

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With Valentine’s Day upon us, I decided to craft a little ode to my new favorite business tool — Google’s Schedule Send. I love this feature and consider it a game-changer when it comes to communication, but also organization and tackling the endless to-do list.

That’s why I’m shocked when colleagues and fellow business owners who always seem to have way more on the ball than me, have never heard of this gem. 

Consider this post my way of playing Cupid and matching up the uninitiated with this dreamy delivery system… 

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How the Handwritten Thank You Note Matters in Business

People appreciate thank you notes. This isn’t breaking news. But, that didn’t stop the New York Times from publishing a piece explaining why You Should Actually Send that Thank You Note You’ve Been Meaning to Write. Even those who follow etiquette tend to underestimate how the thank you note matters in business. Sometimes, this is even enough to stop them from expressing thanks.

Rather than just tick a box and send a thank you, check out why taking the extra time is more meaningful than you realize.  

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