Name Card Etiquette: 7 Rules to Remember When Exchanging Name Cards Part One

Networking is now certainly a daily routine for some professionals. Through this activity, it can even determine the course of the company’s business wheels. For example, a Salesman, of course, will look for customers as his “network”. Or maybe a consultant who is networking with several companies as clients who will become partners for cooperation. 

It turns out that networking is important in building relationships with various parties. In networking, building an impression when you first meet must be considered in order to create a positive image n the eyes of the other person. Exchanging namecard is one of the common habits at initial meetings.

But did you know, it turns out that in exchanging name cards there are several ethics that you need to pay attention to? Here are few ethics of exchanging name cards in Singapore to build a professional impression. 

Make Sure That Your Name Card Is In Perfect Condition 

Make sure your name card is clean, scratches-free, not folded, not worn, and printed clearly. A good name card, of course, contains all professional information about you such as your full name, company name, as well as addresses and contact numbers that can be contacted. 

Name Cards Are Well Kept 

Keep your name cards in the cardholder. Avoid storing in a purse or trouser pocket that may make your name card become worn. 

Use Both Hands 

Hand over your name cards using both hands. In some countries, it is not a problem to hand over with one hand. However, if we handing over with both hands creates a polite impression in Singapore. Likewise, when receiving a name card, use both hands. 

Facing The Other Person 

Make sure the profile on the name card that we provide is facing the other person. This makes it easier for the other person to read our name card immediately without having to turn it over first.