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What is networking in business?
Networking is about having conversations with people and making good enough connections that you can actually follow up with people. Over the years, Dr. Misner has received many business cards. The ones he keeps fall into three categories: People he needs to follow up with. People who have promised to follow up with him.
Is it a mistake to collect business cards in a networking event?
Collecting cards in a networking event is not networking .
2. Include the right information
Don't cram too much information on your cards, but also don't make them so simple that they're worthless. Consider including the following information.
3. Leave white space for notes
Watch who writes things on business cards and they're people who actually listen and are impressed in at least some way. (Side tip, write on other people's cards!) Leave space on your cards so you can write helpful information, relevant episode/post, or so your new friend can write something about you.
4. Put your face on the cards
I'll be honest. This seems tacky to me. But I'm changing my opinion after BlogWorld and New Media Expo in New York (2012). The cards with someone's face made the people far more memorable, especially when there was a personal conversation.
5. Don't spam with your cards
Treat your cards like money and don't just throw it out to everyone. Wait to see if someone's conversation with you “earns” your card (s). Even consider waiting until the other person asks for a card or the last moments of your conversation before you give one.
6. Get your cards professionally printed
Business cards need to be strong and attractive. Although VistaPrint is a popular company (and I'll admit that they have a great affiliate program), I recommend against using them.
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