There is a difference: Handwritten.

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Her eyes darted to the camera to look at me. She was trying to determine if I was sincere or jesting at her anachronistic practice so that she could choose her next words.

My sincerity must have been evident through Zoom because she smiled and said, “Yes, and I catch grief about it all of the time!”

I explained that I always take handwritten notes – especially during virtual meetings.

I encouraged my client to flip to a new page to take notes on the following so that she could share with her misguided teammates.

Now, what happens when you’re meeting with a customer face-to-face or virtually, and they see you taking handwritten notes?

Notice that I keep saying “taking handwritten notes” and explicitly not saying “taking notes.”

Think of the difference you might feel if you receive a handwritten letter from a loved one versus an email with the same content.

The letter is special and more meaningful because bangladesh telegram data with every stroke of the pen, with every crossed t and dotted i, they were considering you.

They took more time to convey a message or sentiment, and you were important enough for them to do so in writing.

I’ve seen professionals taking notes during meetings on their laptops, tablets, or smartphones, and there are few better ways to get a prospect to disengage than by using these “eToys” during initial meetings – especially the damn phone.

Don’t do it.

Using “eToys” seems to be more acceptable in some types of organizations and regions, but do NOT let that be your hall pass.

I would stress that it’s even MORE important to take handwritten notes in these environments because it’s massively differentiating. While your competition is fervently thumbing away on their “smart” phone, you’ll make a lasting impression by memorializing their words through handwritten notes.