While Matt and Garrettt have discussed handwritten notes on the podcast in the past, today they put the focus on building upon this important foundation to take them to the next level. Having observed that completing these notes can, at times, simply become an item to be checked on a list, our hosts are here to show you how to move well beyond that and ensure that you start writing the most powerful notes you can to really have an impact on the lives of those around you. They begin by stressing the importance of your intention or the ‘why’ behind your notes as well as starting from a place of gratitude and making an impact on others’ lives. Matt and Garrett also highlight just how critical it is that you truly listen to your people, and go on to discuss one of Garrett’s most special notes, his pink pen story, and how to take your handwritten notes to the next level. They finish up by introducing Ninja Note Cards that are now available for all those interested. We all know that handwritten notes are a tried and true essential component of the Ninja philosophy, and today’s episode builds upon this rock solid practice to really reach their full potential and generate that positive impact that is the goal of every Ninja. Join the Ninja Selling Podcast group on Facebook at www.facebook.com/groups/theninjasellingpodcast where you can ask questions, give advice, and connect with other Ninjas. If you have not been accepted to the group yet, please check your messages for a follow-up from Matt. You can also leave a voicemail with your direct feedback at 208 MY-NINJA. And visit NinjaSelling.com/events for more information about upcoming open installations.   Episode Highlights:  The ‘why’ behind writing your notes Starting from a place of gratitude Making an impact on others’ lives Listening to others One of Garrett’s most special notes Garrett’s pink pen story Taking your notes to the next level Ninja Note Cards   Quotes: “Look at the ‘why’ behind the note along with the ‘who’.” “My feeling with notes is, if I'm going to write one, it has to invoke action coming back to me, it has to bring that energy back and you can't do that with just a ‘Just thinking of you’.” “When I look at a handwritten note…it's like an external gratitude.” “My intention when I'm writing a note is I'm going to impact the world so much that I'm going to get a phone call back.” “At the end of the day, we're trying to impact somebody's world in a positive way.” “If you're in a headspace where you're just not feeling it, don't do it…but don't use it as a reason to never do it. In fact, find ways to put yourself in that state so you can do it as often as you possibly can.” “And it's so awesome to feel and receive that energy. And so, know that the notes also have a power beyond just the person that you're sending it to.” “The whole thing is about making an impact for somebody with your written words.” “If there is energy there, you could say a few words, and it'll be there. You could say a lot of words, and it'll be there. But if the energy is not there, the quantity of words doesn't really much matter anymore.” “Ask questions, listen, pay attention.” “Just think a little bit about the person that you're writing to and write the same note. It'll have a different level of energy that goes out with it.” “And if you don't hear a response back, don't worry about it.” “See if you can change that energy and take it to external gratitudes when you actually sit down to put pen to paper for your notes and see what happens.”   Links: www.TheNinjaSellingPodcast.com Email us at    TSW@TheNinjaSellingPodcast.com Leave a voicemail at (208) MY-NINJA   Ninja Selling www.NinjaSelling.com @ninjasellingofficial Ninja Coaching: www.NinjaCoaching.com @ninja.coaching Ninja Events www.NinjaSelling.com/Events  Garrett garrett@ninjacoaching.com @ninjaredding Matt matt@ninjacoaching.com @matthewjbonelli   The Ninja Selling Podcast Facebook Group Ninja Note Cards