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How Important and Effective it is to have a Business/Calling Card?

by infinityplr
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Is it just me or there isn't a lot of people using business card anymore especially in Internet Marketing World?

I just noticed that few people are using Business cards nowadays and and those who usually do are Lawyers, architects and doctors.

I just think it is still important to have one, especially if you are try to marketing your business through words of mouth.

Warriors what to you think?

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  • Profile picture of the author MayfairNoble
    Definitely still useful. Clients will often ask for a card, not sure how they'd feel about a note scrawled on a napkin.
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    • Profile picture of the author infinityplr
      My Thoughts exactly! thank you warriors for sharing your insights here.

      Originally Posted by MayfairNoble View Post

      Definitely still useful. Clients will often ask for a card, not sure how they'd feel about a note scrawled on a napkin.
      Yes, I just thought it would look funny and nonprofessional to scribble your contact information in the first writing material you can get your hand to because you do not have any decent business card to give away, especially if your are in a trainings, conferences and seminar where you would meet a lot of people.

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    • Profile picture of the author Lee M
      Originally Posted by MayfairNoble View Post

      Definitely still useful. Clients will often ask for a card, not sure how they'd feel about a note scrawled on a napkin.
      I've scribbled MANY a note on a napkin, spare piece of paper laying around, back of a magazine, etc. Made many a sale too! WHAT your selling (and it's BENEFITS) and your ability to present it ... will trump the business card. That's been my experience. Your mileage may vary.
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  • Profile picture of the author Jon Martin
    I think that they're great, and I plan on having some printed ASAP. Even if you can't manage to close a sale with an offline client, they can still refer to their card if they ever change their mind. Or better, refer you to their clientele.

    Plus, it just shows you in a more professional light. If you offer someone a clean, professional card they will feel as though you're more reputable and therefore trust your opinions and such more.

    Business cards are DEFINITELY still relevant. While the things on the card may be changing (e.g. twitter handles and facebook information) the element of the card itself should still be a staple as an everyday sales practice if you ask me.
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  • Profile picture of the author vgvetter
    It's the most permanent, least expensive advertising you'll ever buy.
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  • Profile picture of the author Aaron Doud
    Also it shows you are a real company. Cheap way to "fake it till you make it"
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  • Profile picture of the author Green Moon
    Unless you are NEVER face-to-face with a potential client or a potential referral source, you need to have business cards. There is no substitute.
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  • Profile picture of the author Joni D
    You may miss an important opportunity if you don't carry one. I was meeting with one client when another person in a different business was passing by and when I left to the parking lot he came up to me and asked if I had any "cards" so he could hand them out to people who have asked him about the very business I do. I just so happened to have a card on me and well he wanted a small stack, wow glad I had them. You can make some pretty nice cards at vistaprint.com. I have 3 photos on mine and it really catches the eye, people stare at them they are so beautiful. lol:-)
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  • Profile picture of the author kateprint
    Definitely a must-have. We may be in the electronic age, but the good, old business card is still important when getting in touch with clients. Just try attending conferences, tradeshows, and seminars and you’ll realize just how important business cards are. With today’s cut-throat competition, professional business cards will be your distinguishing mark—your lifeline. I came across this article that highlights just how relevant business cards are: printedgenius.com/are-business-cards-still-relevant/. Might help stress the relevance of business cards in today’s highly competitive business world.
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  • Profile picture of the author SJJPFTW
    They are vital. I keep them everywhere. In my wallet, in my car, in my fiancées purse. Not carrying them cold cause a lot of missed opportunities.
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    • Profile picture of the author midasman09
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      I sell a Special Business Card to insurance and real estate AGENTS for $289 for 1,000.

      WHY would anyone pay $289 for 1,000 Business Cards?

      Because I call mine, "KEEPER KARDS"! On the front is a photo of the agent and their contact info. AND...on the back is the REASON WHY recipients of these cards WILL KEEP THEM!

      On the back of my "Keeper Kards" are Special Discounts from 15 local businesses. Buy 1 pizza, get 1 free - Free Oil Change - $10 Off Tires - Free Bowling - $10 Off Perm etc. good for 12 mos!

      MY "Kards" are KEPT and referred to OFTEN! Over $500 in Value!

      AND....the KOOL thing about my "Keeper Kards" is....RESIDUALS! Most of my clients purchase 2 and 3 sets a year...year after year!

      Don Alm...."Kool" guy
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