12 Reasons Why People Want to Keep Your Business Card
I attend many networking events and have stacks of business cards from lots of great people I’ve met. Perhaps you’ve had the same experience of what to do with all those business cards.
Well, you’ve got to ask yourself why would someone want to keep your business card?
There could be a number of reasons:
You are important.
You are good looking.
You are a potential customer.
You are famous.
If these reasons don’t fit you, does it mean you are doomed?
I don’t think so.
I am in the process of designing my new business card and there are a number of ways you can stand out. Here are some wonderful ideas: http://www.flickr.com/photos/dailypoetics/sets/72057594104389710/show/
After reviewing these creative designs, there are definitely reasons you can build into your card for people to keep your business card.
Here are 12 reasons:
- Bright Color – Red, yellow or orange stand out best.
- Simple & Tasteful Design
- Unique Shape - Say goodbye to the boring rectangular shape.
- Cool Graphic – This could be your logo or your face. Do something unique.
- Special Size – It doesn’t have to fit in the wallet.
- Unique Material – Metal, cardboard or even plastic!
- Multiple Purposes – Could it be something else other than a business card?
- Reminiscence - Does it remind them of something else?
- Is it funny?
- Cool Quotes
- Special Add On – Can your product be attached to your card?
- Value Added –Is there a reason I should put your card on my desk or fridge?
BTW – this is one of my favorite designs.
Which is your favorite?
Oh yeah, last but not least, to stand out from the crowd:
- Be a good listener
- Be someone that’s genuinely interested in helping others
People gravitate naturally to people that listen and are looking to grow the people around them.Related Articles
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Oh, Edith! I so disagree! If it doesn’t fit in my wallet, it’s doomed. And, please make it easy to read or scan.
My reasons for keeping business cards are all about the conversation and the person. Here are some in no particular order:
- Good conversation
- Interesting expertise
- Expressed interest in me
- Opportunities for future business
- I want to get in touch later
- Common network
- Common interests
- To get them in touch with someone I know
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I’m with Beau - if it doesn’t fit in my wallet or it’s an odd shape that keeps bugging me it’s gone.
And reds and oranges send the entirely wrong message for me.
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