Making the Write Impression

December 2010

December is a time for greeting cards, handwritten letters, and for those in a rush, quick emails wishing friends, family, and coworkers some holiday cheer. The art of the written word can easily be forgotten these days; and resurrecting the importance of a heartfelt note and a well-meaning letter is a gesture that goes easily with the spirit of Christmas.

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You don’t have to be a literary genius to compose a sincere letter—all you need is to show your personality and write as though you are naturally conversing with your note’s recipient.

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Keep It Casual. Just because you are setting things down on paper, does not mean you need to resort to formal language. Write as if you are speaking—your note will come off as genuine if you write the way you speak. Instead of saying “I cannot wait to see you,” go for the lighter-to-the-ear alternative by saying, “I can’t wait to see you!”.

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Name Drop. Casually pepper your letter with the recipient’s name every now and then. It adds familiarity and even affection. Occasionally mentioning the person’s name will make him feel like you really are thinking about him as you write, and are not using a template.

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Explore Exclamations.

To drive a point, use underlines, exclamation points, and dashes to give your sentiments more oomph and emphasis. Don’t overdo the smiley faces, however—a line must be drawn between emphatic letters and those that are too childish.

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Never Ramble.

Nobody wants to read a long-winded letter that seems to have no end. Keep things short, sweet, and always to the point.

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Holiday Greetings. Hang some cheer in your home by putting your favorite cards on display.

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Write It Down. Putting your thoughts on paper is a heartfelt way of expressing heartfelt wishes.

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