Well, it turns out something as simple as a letterhead makes a big difference. It changes the look and feel of anything you write on it, making it more professional and credible. Anyone who reads it will take the writer more seriously, as they're expecting it to be quality work. In turn, those who are writing a document with a letterhead will take their writing more seriously, ensuring that it is up to par with what the reader is expecting.
So what am I going to do about it? A couple things. First off, I'd like to figure out what the company standard letterhead is at the job I just started this week. I think using it in documents I make will make it sink in more that I represent the company, which will force me to make my writing top quality. Also, I'd like to look at more examples of good letterheads and make one for myself to use on resumes, cover letters and other documents.
-Coleman
Ps you're probably wondering why this post is titled "letterheads and hammerheads" it's because sharks are cool, that's why. And this is a cool letterhead.
http://rlv.zcache.com/vintage_hammerhead_shark_illustration_retro_sharks_stationery-r5cb45cee8ba345b0b01555eb64a5d4a0_vg6ke_8byvr_512.jpg
The subconscious is a powerful tool. The correlation you drew between using a professional letterhead and producing higher quality work is something I hadn't thought of before, but that I will definitely think about in the future! The hammerhead/letterhead is radical.
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