https://boards.hellobee.com/ Pregnancy, Baby and Parenting blog, by Hellobee en Thu, 30 Apr 2026 05:18:37 +0000 https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/business-cardsa-thing-of-the-past#post-2236375 Tue, 14 Jul 2015 14:08:00 +0000 Ginabean3 2236375@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>I think it depends on the industry. I was in advertising (media buyer) and I interacted with so many sales people I would have never been able to keep them straight in my head if they didn't give me business cards when they called on me! </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/business-cardsa-thing-of-the-past#post-2236349 Tue, 14 Jul 2015 13:38:41 +0000 SugarplumsMom 2236349@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>@woodentulip: I also avoided LinkedIn for ages and have finally opened up an account. I've been to a few seminars that have mentioned LinkedIn and it's good to not look like you've appeared out of nowhere (at least for me since I live in a foreign country).</p> <p>As for business cards, meh. I'd just do the LinkedIn. </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/business-cardsa-thing-of-the-past#post-2236223 Tue, 14 Jul 2015 12:09:45 +0000 EBSC 2236223@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>I got relatively inexpensive cards when I was on the market a few years ago without a full admin behind me, VistaPrint. </p> <p>In my current role, essential. I don't use them every day, but it is something that a lot of traditional business people rely on and (as an MBA recruiter) having something traditional and in their hands is huge. Cards also don't get tossed or lost as easy as emails, I don't think, so it's a helpful memory jogger when you're trying to get attention.</p> <p>As a new business venture, feel free to go cheaper on them, but have something. </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/business-cardsa-thing-of-the-past#post-2236176 Tue, 14 Jul 2015 11:35:17 +0000 BSB 2236176@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>I get business cards when I was hired and then again when I got married and changed my name at my company's expense. (My admin just orders it.) With that said, I think it's important if you meet with vendors, which I do. The box of cards will probably last me another 5 years.</p> <p>If I had to buy them, I would get them done DIY or look into vista print or shutterfly so it's not expensive. </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/business-cardsa-thing-of-the-past#post-2236171 Tue, 14 Jul 2015 11:33:07 +0000 yoursilverlining 2236171@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>I don’t think they are “essential”, but I’d probably go ahead and order a very small batch just to have some because there are times when they are extremely helpful to have. I’ve only ever handed out my business cards at networking events, and having them on hand then has been great. </p> <p>Another alternative is my company gives us traditional business cards, but also like index sized cardstock with our info printed on them, along with space to write a note. Those are actually more helpful a lot of times, because if you’re talking with someone, they could jot down what it is they want to remember about you, and then also have your info handy. </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/business-cardsa-thing-of-the-past#post-2236169 Tue, 14 Jul 2015 11:29:22 +0000 namaste 2236169@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>@aprild: That's funny because we're in tech and if you don't bring business cards to networking events, you lose out! Must be a Southern thing! </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/business-cardsa-thing-of-the-past#post-2236144 Tue, 14 Jul 2015 11:10:05 +0000 TemperanceBrennan 2236144@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>I'm in engineering, but my industry (transportation) is surprisingly traditional/conservative. </p> <p>In my regular day-to-day work, I don't need them at all. The clients I work with already have my information. </p> <p>However, when I do public outreach, it's essential I have them. The sales side of my industry definitely needs them as well. I use mine most in the professional organizations and networking events I go to. </p> <p>I would say you do need them based on what you described. If you are meeting new people, you don't want to be fussing with your phone trying to get/give information. I would especially feel foolish if everyone is exchanging business cards and you are left there empty handed. </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/business-cardsa-thing-of-the-past#post-2236142 Tue, 14 Jul 2015 11:07:31 +0000 2PeasinaPod 2236142@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>I still use them quite a bit. I work for an extremely large company in their corporate office though, and it's still pretty common, given the sheer number of companies trying to get our business. </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/business-cardsa-thing-of-the-past#post-2236120 Tue, 14 Jul 2015 10:52:17 +0000 lemondrop 2236120@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>Depends on your line of work, I need them when I run into potential students. Something already prepared I can just hand over. </p> <p>Is it possible to do a very simple pack of the print yourself cards (like from Avery) or print on cardstock and cut with a paper cutter to gauge how many you may or may not need since you are just starting out? </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/business-cardsa-thing-of-the-past#post-2236072 Tue, 14 Jul 2015 10:19:29 +0000 Mama Bird 2236072@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>Depends on your line of work, and how often you meet new people (either at work, or while networking). I've gone several years with barely needing cards because I wasn't usually meeting clients and contractors directly. Now I do a lot more of both, and cards are really convenient when meeting someone for the first time - especially if there are a lot of people in the room and everyone is rushing through something so there are no proper introductions. </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/business-cardsa-thing-of-the-past#post-2236067 Tue, 14 Jul 2015 10:17:26 +0000 ms.line 2236067@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>Haha, there must be an industry and/or generational gap here? I'm in my 20s and I work in tech and I can't imagine any of my peers calling business cards essential. </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/business-cardsa-thing-of-the-past#post-2236063 Tue, 14 Jul 2015 10:15:35 +0000 Mrs. Lemon-Lime 2236063@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>Business card equals preparedness. Definitely an essential. </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/business-cardsa-thing-of-the-past#post-2236060 Tue, 14 Jul 2015 10:13:49 +0000 Greentea 2236060@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>Yes, essential. </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/business-cardsa-thing-of-the-past#post-2236010 Tue, 14 Jul 2015 09:44:01 +0000 ms.line 2236010@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>I have never used my business cards at any job I've ever had. I didn't even have them bother to order me any at my current job. I use LinkedIn a lot. </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/business-cardsa-thing-of-the-past#post-2235987 Tue, 14 Jul 2015 09:35:29 +0000 Matcha Latte 2235987@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>When I was working business cards were essential. It was much more efficient exchanging. Business cards with new contacts than asking them for their information and writing it down. I think it depends on the industry and company culture though. I worked for a Japanese company so it is a big part of their culture to carry business card and exchange them when meeting new people. </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/business-cardsa-thing-of-the-past#post-2235986 Tue, 14 Jul 2015 09:34:52 +0000 MaryM 2235986@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>I would agree it depends on your industry. I'm in PR, so business cards are invaluable. If you need someone to remember who you are and have your contact info handy, get some business cards. </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/business-cardsa-thing-of-the-past#post-2235983 Tue, 14 Jul 2015 09:32:45 +0000 BKCaribBaby 2235983@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>Totally depends on industry and what you do. I'm in a position that is heavy relationship management and public facing, and I use business cards all the time. I'm also in the public sector. I could see how in tech or other areas where people use something else these days. </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/business-cardsa-thing-of-the-past#post-2235972 Tue, 14 Jul 2015 09:29:14 +0000 buttermilk 2235972@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>My husband is a journalist and you wouldn't believe the stacks of biz cards he beings home every week! I think it depends on your field. He is out at events &amp; networking multiple times a week. </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/business-cardsa-thing-of-the-past#post-2235971 Tue, 14 Jul 2015 09:27:32 +0000 TrailRunner 2235971@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>My agency hasn't updated my business cards to reflect my new desk number and that changed two years ago! I also never have anyone hand me a business card during meetings bc they always have my contact info prior. Although, my husband hands his out all.the.time. </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/business-cardsa-thing-of-the-past#post-2235967 Tue, 14 Jul 2015 09:25:37 +0000 MOMTOLITTLEB 2235967@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>I have business cards and do use them once in awhile but don't think they are essential these days. There have been times I've been glad to have a few handy though. </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/business-cardsa-thing-of-the-past#post-2235965 Tue, 14 Jul 2015 09:24:15 +0000 Truth Bombs 2235965@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>If you will be going to networking events business cards will be essential. </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/business-cardsa-thing-of-the-past#post-2235962 Tue, 14 Jul 2015 09:21:32 +0000 cat620 2235962@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>It probably depends also on what industry you work in. My husband works in tech, and he says nobody he knows has business cards. Haha maybe it's too low tech for them. </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/business-cardsa-thing-of-the-past#post-2235947 Tue, 14 Jul 2015 09:12:10 +0000 woodentulip 2235947@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>Thanks so much! I have avoided LinkedIn for years, but I should likely give in and get properly hooked up. </p> <p>Because we are going to be meeting with people and trying to network at events as well, I wondered if they would have a networking benefit, and it sounds like they do! </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/business-cardsa-thing-of-the-past#post-2235944 Tue, 14 Jul 2015 09:09:45 +0000 avivoca 2235944@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>Hang on to them! I don't give out many, but they are helpful when I'm networking! </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/business-cardsa-thing-of-the-past#post-2235943 Tue, 14 Jul 2015 09:09:35 +0000 cat620 2235943@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>I don't know about most people, but I never used my business cards when I was working, except to put them in jars at certain restaurants where I could potentially win a free lunch. Nobody ever asked for a business card, and I never found the need to pass them out. My husband doesn't have business cards, and he has no desire to have any. He connects with people through LinkedIn or simply through e-mail. </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/business-cardsa-thing-of-the-past#post-2235937 Tue, 14 Jul 2015 09:05:38 +0000 woodentulip 2235937@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>I have been a SAHM for 3.5 years, and before that I worked in the pubic sector, so I feel like my sense of the business world is a little off. I am working on a new project, and we are getting geared up, and have been debating over the need for business cards. I know that it is a small expense, but any expense we can avoid right now, we are interested passing by!</p> <p>So what do you think about business cards? Worth the investment? A thing of the past? </p>