Fountain Pens as a Hobby

Are you looking for a new hobby that could also be useful in the workplace? Fountain pens may be the right hobby for you then. With a variety of size and color options, you can curate a collection that is unique to you. Here are three reasons you should consider taking your writing experience to the next level. 

1. Personal Touch & Uniqueness 
   No one can deny the conveniences of modern technology, we would not be able to work without it. However, there may be times where a situation requires a personal touch. For example, writing a thank you note after an interview; sending holiday cards to your employees; or sending a welcome card to a new client. A hand-written note shows that you care, helping to build professional relationships. Also, the satisfying experience of writing with a fine instrument inspires you to seek out more opportunities to use your fountain pens- the possibilities are endless! 
    
2. Note-Taking  
   Whether you are a new hire in the first week of the job or apart of the leadership team, note-taking in meetings is vital. Taking notes allows you to capture the major points discussed and create a recap to refer back to. Additionally, you can write down tasks and assign them immediately. Effective note-taking means you leave a meeting with an action plan in hand. Additionally, fountain pen ink comes in hundreds of colors and can even shimmer or sheen! Keep multiple pens inked at a time with different colors to create headers in your notes. 
    
3. Pen Paling
   Consider using your fountain pens to begin pen paling. There are various sites and services that match you with a pen pal of your preference. Begin a connection to someone whom you share professional experience with- expanding your network. Conversely, you can build relationships with those with different interests, which will expand your knowledge. Either way, it’s a win-win! Impress your pen pals by wax sealing all of your envelopes too. 
    

 Keith, E. (2014, January 8). 5 Reasons to Take Notes in Meetings. Retrieved May 28, 2020, from https://blog.lucidmeetings.com/blog/5-reasons-to-take-notes-in-your-meetings