Business Cards: Beyond the Aesthetics

BUSINESS CARD Etiquette in some parts of the world ************** LEGEND: ASIA Exchanging business cards differ from one country to another. For countries in the west, business cards are used as a tool for networking; for others, they serve as an extension of a person's character There are certain countries that observe strict business card etiquette O JAPAN O CHINA O KOREA O INDIA OTHER COUNTRIES Swapping business cards are not as formal Wait for people to ask for your business card before handing It is perfectly okay to end a meeting by exchanging business cards them one If you're a foreigner, translate contact details on Bow when giving and receiving business cards Receive the business card being given to you with both hands the reverse side as a sign of respect for your host country's culture Add your university degree or any honors on your card Keep the card on your table after receiving a business card, especially during a meeting. For translated cards, make sure that the Exchange cards standing up. Chinese side is printed in gold for good luck. Masteral Degree in. Feel free to give cards to anyone you meet, even if you don't work or do business with Try to comment or, at the very least examine the card you have just received before keeping it. Be the first to offer your card if you are in lower rank. Avoid overly decorated business cards. them. Be sure to have several Regardless of where you are, it is a must to keep your business cards immaculately clean and crisp. copies of your business card everywhere you go. http://www.deborahswallow.com http://www.kwintessential.co.uk http://www.asianlanguagedtp.com http://www.china-window.com @You the Designer Leah/2011