Here's to great returns! Elisabeth Edelman puts her editor hat back on and returns for a guest spot that's sure to get your year ahead off to a good start. As many longtime Here readers know, Elisabeth founded our weekly newsletter years ago prior to it becoming part of the Richmond Gridfam! In addition to launching Here, Elisabeth is also the proud founder of Golden Word, a powerhouse communications agency that chases doing good work with good people. Prior to Golden Word, she studied journalism at the University of Richmond, cut her teeth on PR with five action-packed years in NYC, and broadened her marketing grasp in-house at Ledbury. Take it away, Elizabeth ...
Despite the considerable headwinds of this pandemic, I tend to focus on what’s still possible and what’s still good. I’m already thinking ahead to 2021 – specifically thinking about what I can do now to set myself up for a strong start to the new year. Here are a few suggestions to help you think big for 2021.
Cloth
& Paper
First things first: let’s get organized. I like making my ideas and plans for the year tangible by writing them down. Richmond-based Cloth & Paper is an incredible resource for planners, notebooks and office supplies – expect chic and minimal. I particularly love the soothing tones of their neutral sticky notes. This is an easy way to make WFH a little more zen.
Reading has been a source of escape, connection and growth through the pandemic, so I’m doubling down for 2021 with a reorg of my book club. I’m excited to ditch the mayhem of email chains and Doodles in favor of Bookclubz, the book club management app that streamlines all communication and keeps book clubs happy. And it's a Richmond-based startup!
And the source of our book selections? I am straight obsessed with bbgb in Carytown. They are perhaps best known for children’s books, but their recommendations across categories are my secret to finding my next stunner of a book.
To round out our 2021 prep, I bet you thought I’d recommend a local gym or workout. Wrong! I’m a serious sweet tooth, and we all need something to look forward to. So let me tip you off to Recess, the dessert delivery service from Charm School co-founder Meryl Hillerson.
Check their Instagram for new menus every other week, then place your order via email or text. Think sweet treats like Apple Galette with Brown Sugar Oat Crumble or Salty Butter Chocolate Chip Cookies. *drooling*
Tap into more of Elisabeth’s tips by checking out Golden Word’s series of virtual PR workshops, “How to Pitch Yourself: For The Job” sessions, and the “Boost.”
