Beyond Fabric • A signature pen

A signature pen

As I’ve mentioned before, despite the amount of gadgets and information channels available to us nowadays, there’s something special when you actually write something, instead of relying in said channels.

If you think about it, most major decision making moments require you to express your consent in writing. When you put your signature on any given document, it carries a whole significance that no other digital counterpart can replicate. Curious, how in a world run by computers and the Internet, where millions of euros are constantly being moved around online, writing your name in paper still remains, to this day, the ultimate way to do business.

My point? Trust me, when the time comes for you to pull out your pen, a plastic BIC or freebie medical propaganda rollerball, isn’t the kind you want to show your clients or business associates. As with so many other pieces or accessories, your choices affect the image you portray; some will notice it right off the bat while others will unconsciously perceive it. Now, I’m not saying you need the most exquisite or expensive pen on the market, but investing in a beautiful quality alternative is definitely worth it: it shows you care, pay attention to details and most importantly, that you mean business.

If you’re thinking this only applies to successful entrepreneurs and there’s really no reason for you to own a nice pen, think twice: whatever your line of work is, you’re bound to interact with clients, suppliers, colleagues, you name it. At some time or another, you’ll likely jot something down, even if it’s just additional info on your business card…

I’ll leave you with a few interesting alternatives: