{"id":19445,"date":"2015-10-14T09:00:38","date_gmt":"2015-10-14T09:00:38","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.freelogoservices.com\/blog\/2015\/10\/14\/business-cards-why-theyre-still-critical-for-small-business-owners\/"},"modified":"2025-12-31T15:25:30","modified_gmt":"2025-12-31T15:25:30","slug":"business-cards-why-theyre-still-critical-for-small-business-owners","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.freelogoservices.com\/blog\/business-cards-why-theyre-still-critical-for-small-business-owners\/","title":{"rendered":"Business Cards: Why They\u2019re Still Critical for Small Business Owners"},"content":{"rendered":"

In the digital age, much of the interaction that happens between a business and it\u2019s potential customers happens online. There are many ways to reach out and make connections online, Facebook, Twitter, LinkedIn to name a few, however, these sites have not replaced the importance of business cards for small business owners. \u00a0Having professional business cards is just as critical as it was 10 years ago.<\/span><\/p>\n

Cost Effective and Personal<\/h2>\n

Business cards are a cost-effective way to add a personal touch to your interactions with potential and current customers. <\/span>Business cards<\/span><\/a>\u00a0start at just $.05 per card, which is a small price to pay to \u00a0stand out amongst the digital requests your potential customers are receiving every day from email and social media. \u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Be Prepared<\/h2>\n

It is still expected that a reputable business owner will have business cards. Having a card that looks professional with all of your contact info shows that you are prepared and professional. \u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Make a Great First Impression<\/h2>\n

Handing someone a business card is the first impression they will have of your company. One that is professional, but also creative<\/a>, will stand out and give your brand a personality. If your card stands out, it is sure to move to the top of the pile instead of the bottom of the trash.<\/span><\/p>\n

Stay Top of Mind<\/h2>\n

Giving someone a tangible card with all of your business and contact information is a great way to make sure they remember you. It is something they can take with them and reference in the future.<\/span><\/p>\n

Easiest Way to Stay in Touch<\/h2>\n

Writing down your contact info or using your phone takes time, can look unprofessional, and leaves room for errors. \u00a0(When was the last time you wrote a message and could clearly read it 5 days later?) Handing someone all of your contact information on a card is a quick, easy, and professional way to make sure that they can contact your business in the future.<\/span><\/p>\n

Create your business card with our <\/span>free business card design tool<\/span><\/a>.<\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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