Elizabeth Cottrell

1 month ago | heartspoken.substack.com | Elizabeth Cottrell

Teaching you to turn the simple tool of note writing into a superpower for stronger connections in your personal and professional life. By Elizabeth H. Cottrell · Over 1,000 subscribersBy subscribing, I agree to Substack’s Terms of Use and acknowledge its Information Collection Notice and Privacy Policy“What's old is new again. I love Elizabeth Cottrell's Heartspoken Notes for inspiring me to handwrite more notes to the people I care about.

2 months ago | open.substack.com | Elizabeth Cottrell

About our guest author: It’s such a treat to get unique points-of-view from our guest writers. Elizabeth is a fan-favorite—and she’s tuned in to the art of listening. BTW if you have a story idea for the Inkspired Community newsletter, direct message Maryn Pelland. Tweets, posts, emails—so many voices competing for attention. But what if the secret to standing out isn’t shouting louder but listening better? How do you get in on the conversations?

2 months ago | heartspoken.substack.com | Elizabeth Cottrell

If you’d prefer to listen instead of read this post:Audio playback is not supported on your browser. Please upgrade. "Neither snow nor rain nor heat nor gloom of night stays these couriers from the swift completion of their appointed rounds."This famous motto, while associated unofficially with the United States Postal Service, has been popularized by postal workers and is chiseled in gray granite over the entrance to the New York City Post Office on 8th Avenue.

2 months ago | linkedin.com | Elizabeth Cottrell

Here at last! I’m thrilled to introduce Heartspoken’s two new membership options! You’re already part of a growing community—nearly 1,100 strong—who value heartfelt connections in a world that often feels disconnected. Your support has meant the world to me, and I’m so grateful for you! Why add a membership? My free weekly newsletter, “The HEARTSPOKEN Note” (including the popular monthly “Calendar for Note and Letter Writers”), isn’t changing.

Jan 9, 2025 | linkedin.com | Elizabeth Cottrell

Are you putting off writing a note or letter because you’re not sure where to begin? My latest Substack article, “Ready, Set, Write: Creating a Note-Writing Habit,” shares simple, practical tips to help you take action and connect more meaningfully with others through handwritten notes. 💡 3 Key Takeaways: 1️⃣ Preparation is key: Set yourself up for success with a note-writing toolkit—gather your favorite stationery, pens, stamps, and a place to write.