Breaking Out the Business Cards
While the large number of social media outlets that exist today may be raining leaders, as far as social networking goes, perhaps the best way to network with people you meet in person is through the use of powerful little tools called business cards. All too often forgotten or overlooked, business cards pack a lot of incredibly important information onto a small, travel-size card.
When a networking opportunity presents itself in person, you want to be prepared. Taking the time to find a pen and a piece of paper, and then scribbling down your name, phone number and email address, is not only a huge waste of time, but comes across as incredibly unprofessional. To always be prepared to make your best impression, make sure to carry around business cards. They are clean, credible and, thanks to a number of companies who offer cheap business card printing, pleasantly affordable.