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General FAQs

• What is the general purpose of a business card?

  Business cards are typically used by professionals to present their contact information to potential clients. Some countries like China and Japan still use business cards even in this modern age. In a way, business cards are effective tools as they are tangible. They also show a certain level of professionalism so having one is useful.

• What should be included in a business card?

  A business card has the following elements:

  • Company or business logo and name
  • Business slogan that may indicate the company’s products or services
  • The business holder’s name and any degrees or business designation
  • Company address, phone number(s), fax number, and email address(es)
  • Company’s official website

• What must not be included in a business card?

  While you may have the freedom to create your own business, there are certain guidelines you can follow if you want to maintain a professional-looking business card. First, be sure to avoid any visual elements that are in no way related to your type of business. Second, do not use any fonts that are gimmicky. You can choose a minimalist font to keep your business card elegant. Picking the right font can create the right first impression to your clients. Third, avoid glossy coating for your business cards. Your clients may want to write down notes on your card. Glossy paper may also be difficult to read under direct sunlight as light bounces off them. Lastly, do not pack too much information in one business card as it can be intimidating to look at and may even turn off potential clients.

• How big should a business card be?

  A good-sized business card is roughly around 2 by 3 inches. 

• Should a business card be double-sided?

  It is not necessary to have a double-sided business card. They have not been exactly proven to be effective. The use of a double-sided business card may depend on your type of business as both single- and double-sided business cards have advantages and disadvantages.