Business cards are an important part of everyday life for busy executives who spend a lot of time out of the office wining and dining prospective clients. The fast paced world of hand shaking and deal making simply must have business cards that can quickly be passed between people who have recently met and will need to be in touch again. Where, and when, did this time honored means of making contacts originate?
Here is a brief list of things you might need to know about them. The infographic below (you’ll need to click the image to see it full size) takes us from where business cards started all the way through what you can do to make your cards stand out from the pack. Using this valuable information should help you create great business cards. Perhaps you already know of some excellent tips and tricks for making business cards that are more than just flimsy cardboard stock with black lettering on white. Have you ever received a business card that you kept forever, just because it was so awesome? What does your business card look like, and what information does it contain? Let us know in the comments section!


