One of the things to bring to the formal event such as conference, exhibition, or trade show is name cards. You know about this small item, right? 

Name cards are basically small networking or marketing tool that contain a few basic information and contact details. Even though the technology is currently disrupting many things into digital form, you will find that name cards, especially the printed ones, are still relevant to use! 

Of course, that must be lots of reasons why name cards are still used even in the digital era. But, one of the reasons that probably influence the popularity of the name cards until now is the ease of the process of making this card.  

Yes, name cards are easy to make and print name card. But that doesn't mean you can underestimate the process of making the name card because there will always be a probability that you will make a mistake during making your name cards.  

Because of that, in this article, you will find several mistakes in making name cards. Hopefully, by knowing the mistake, you can avoid doing the same things.  

So, let's get started! 

1. Put Minimal Effort into the Design 

Some people think that name cards are just small cards. That is why, they don't try to put their best effort, including in the name card design. Unfortunately, design plays an important role in business card creation. 

Poor designed name cards can make people think that you are unprepared and unprofessional. As a result, that can close many doors for good opportunities. On the other hand, well-designed name cards can represent you as a professional and well-prepared person. Of course, that might open up many good opportunities for your professional career or business!