Relationships Rule Writing from the Heart in a Digital World with Elizabeth H. Cottrell | RR329
A handwritten note can do what an email never will, it can change a life.
I loved every minute of this warm-hearted conversation with Elizabeth H. Cottrell, author of Heartspoken: How to Write Notes That Connect, Comfort, Encourage, and Inspire. Elizabeth is a champion for authentic connection, and we explored how meaningful, handwritten notes create ripples of kindness, build relationships, and even drive business success. Whether you’re expressing gratitude, sympathy, or encouragement, writing from the heart is a radical, personal act that sets you apart in a noisy world. We discussed her NOTES formula, ways to personalize even simple thank-you cards, and how professionals, especially in corporate and sales, can rethink note-writing as a relationship-building tool, not a chore.
Highlights:
1. The Power of One Note - How a single heartfelt letter changed a grieving mother’s life—and Elizabeth’s mission forever.
2. NOTES: A Simple Framework for Better Writing - Elizabeth breaks down her N.O.T.E.S. formula to help you write more personal and impactful notes.
3. Business Meets Heart - Why handwritten notes aren’t just for thank-you cards—they’re tools for trust and client loyalty.
4. Digital vs. Handwritten: Is There Room for Both? - A thoughtful take on when to use digital notes, and when pen-to-paper still matters most.
5. Writing as Mindfulness - Discover how slowing down to write by hand can boost clarity, connection, and personal growth.
Connect with Elizabeth:
Website: https://heartspoken.com/
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/elizabethcottrell/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/heartspokennotes
Bluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/heartspokenlife.bsky.social
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@heartspokenlife
Sign up for Elizabeth’s free weekly newsletter – The Heartspoken Note - https://heartspoken.substack.com
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