Over the years I have received and handed out thousands of business cards. I have also learned a few things.
How do you react when you are handed a business card?
Do you just take it and put it in your pocket?
Or do you act like you are receiving a gift. In many Asian cultures the business card is presented respectfully with both hands. The person receiving the card speaks your name and title for clarification.
Business cards should be treated with respect when receiving them. Always take a few moments and have a good look at the card, the person’s name, and title. If you have problems with the person’s name, look at the card and ask for help in pronunciation. Compliment that person on the company logo or the design of the card.
After a handshake, the business card is the next physical exchange between individuals. Always have an adequate supply of cards. Carry the cards in a separate case and make sure that they are neat and clean. Old, worn and frayed cards with marks on them may not send the right message to the person with whom you are exchanging cards.
Tom ”Hello” Vidmar
This guy is always good for a laugh and it’s about business cards so I thought it would be appropriate.
