Quick Tip: Business Cards Do it Right

Massimo, over at Massimo's Job Search Project has some good reasons to get a business card when you're job searching. There are a lot of places where you can get them very cheaply, so there's no real excuse.

Here are some things I've seen that you should avoid:

1. Sub-sized Cards: I got one at a networking event that I swear was 1/2-sized. That one also also suffered from the next problem.


2. Tiny Text: Make sure everyone can read it, even those of us who should
   be wearing bifocals. If you're doing reverse print, especially white on a pattern, make the letters even bigger.


3. Coating All Sides: I was guilty of this. The recipient may want to write a note about you. Make it easy, or carry a Sharpie with you!


4. Forget to Give them Out: Whenever you talk to someone about your job search, make sure they get a card.


5. Give them to Everyone: Trust me, the bus driver doesn't need a copy of your card, unless you've talked job search.

Anyone have other tips to add?