Business Card Etiquette
Dear Sue:
In a meeting, is it appropriate to give out business cards at the beginning or the end of a meeting?
- Wondering
Sue Says:
Business cards should be given out at the beginning of a meeting. There are two reasons for this practice -- doing it up front ensures it won't be forgotten, and having the card in front of you will help you remember the names of the people you are meeting with. Consider placing it in front of you for the duration of the meeting.
A business card is an extension of the person who gives it to you, so when you are handed one, treat it tenderly. Take some time to look at the card you are being given and make sure the card you give out is in good condition.
-- Sue Morem is a professional speaker, best-selling author and syndicated columnist. Her books include How to Gain the Professional Edge, 101 Tips for Graduates, and the just released How to Get a Job and Keep It, Second Edition. You can send questions to her by email at asksue@suemorem.com or visit her web site at http://www.suemorem.com.
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