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3 Elements of a Well Written Note

Welcome to the "Triumphant Streams" Blog,

This post simply provides the three main elements necessary for a well written note. Here, in the realm of art and words, art and words come together to help us create a more meaningful life.

Speaking of meaningful, if you incorporate the following elements in your next note, you can be sure that your sentiments will be received with joy!

ONE - The Hook

Start by saying what precipitated the note.

Did you make a new acquaintance? Do you have a special patron who has supported you? Did you have an experience that triggered a fond thought of someone you have not spoken to in a while?

Whatever it was that precipitated you writing a note to someone, tell what it was. This is the time to use colorful, emotional, engaging verbiage that will paint the backdrop for the reader. This will help the reader to align with your thoughts and feelings toward them as they begin to read your note. Remember, to keep your words very concise. After all, this is a "note," not a novel. :)

Your opening line is the hook. If you can establish a powerful "hook" that transitions into a powerful "what" followed by a powerful "affirmation," your note will be very memorable!!

TWO - The What

Second, clearly state the intended purpose of the note.

Maybe your interaction with a person left a lasting impact and you wanted them to know, OR maybe the purpose of your note is to convey your thankfulness, or maybe the note is a kind reminder of a meeting that you are looking forward to. Possibly, you wish to acknowledge or bestow honor on a person you deem important.

The reasons to pen a note are literally INNUMERABLE!

Sidebar: This is why you should always have sophisticated and practical writing cards on hand.

The “what” should be stated clearly and directly. Often this part of you note will start off saying, “I am writing because . . . ,” or “The purpose of this note is to convey . . .” It may not be as colorful as the first part of you note but is helps the reader to understand your point and the grasp the level of importance or meaning attached to your note. If there is a call to action associated with your note, place it here.

THREE – Affirmation

Consider how you would like to feel and then say something that will invoke that feeling while recapping what you have already written. For example, you want someone to feel special. You may simply say. “Thanks again for all you did for me. You are a jewel.”

Finally – re-enforce for greater meaningfulness

Let’s assert a hypothetical example of the "hook," the "what," and an "affirmation" by randomly looking at the impact of a person - Zig Ziglar, a wildly successful salesman and motivational speaker.

Regarding his success, one of Zig’s top sales secrets was to “Have an absolute and total belief that what you are selling is worth more than the price you are asking for it.” As a motivational speaker, he introduced this paradigm shifting concept and others to salespersons across the world! Many went on to have greater success in sales. Imagine the shift from mediocre to extra ordinary in the life of a salesperson whose livelihood depends on making sales. What feelings would they have toward Zig? Appreciation? Gratefulness? Indebtedness? the feeling of being thrilled or ecstatic? Now imagine how they would express these feelings to him.

One could make the argument that there would be no better way to convey their expressions than a heartfelt note. Zig has gone on to his great reward, but rest assured, he received many tokens of gratitude for helping others meet their goals, which included many notes and cards. It would be safe to assume that his family still cherishes those letters, even today. – And, that’s an example of the enduring power of a well written note.

Write one today!

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