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9 arguments in favour of classic business cards
Business cards have been an essential part of business life for centuries. Despite the digital age, they have maintained their place.
In a world where digital communication is becoming increasingly important, the classic business card remains a valuable tool for personal and professional communication. It combines tradition with functionality and offers numerous advantages that are often lost in the digital space. In this blog article, I highlight the advantages of classic business cards and also discuss the modern version with a scannable QR code.
- Personal contact
Business cards enable a direct and personal exchange. Handing over a card creates a moment of connection that is often not achieved by digital means. - First impression
A well-designed business card can make a lasting first impression. It reflects professionalism and care and can impress potential customers or partners. - Tangibility
Physical business cards are tangible and can be easily stored or passed on. They serve as a constant reminder of an encounter or a business transaction. - Creative design options
The design options for physical business cards are diverse. Different types of paper, printing techniques and finishes such as embossing or varnishing offer creative freedom. - Eye-catching design
Special design elements such as a colour cut (on the edges of the business card) or special materials make your business card a real eye-catcher and make you stand out from the crowd. - Immediate access to information
Business cards offer a quick way to pass on contact details and important information without the need for technical devices. - Extended information
A QR code on the business card makes it possible to provide more information than would fit on a conventional card. By scanning the code, contact details, websites, social media profiles and more can be stored directly on the smartphone. - Timeliness and flexibility
QR codes allow the digital content to which they refer to be updated at any time. This means that changes to contact details or additional information can be easily adapted without having to print new cards. - Combination of physical and digital
Business cards with a QR code combine the advantages of the physical and digital worlds. They offer the feel and personal touch of a classic business card, while at the same time providing access to more comprehensive and up-to-date digital information.
The modern business card with QR code
Imagine you receive a business card from a business partner. At first glance, it looks like a classic business card: high-quality paper, attractive design. But there is a QR code on the back. You pull out your smartphone, scan the code and a mobile website opens with all the relevant information - from contact information and social media links to a link to a current project or portfolio. The data is always up to date and you can save it directly in your address book.
As a professional graphic designer, I offer you the design of classic business cards that are not only aesthetically pleasing, but also effectively communicate your brand and personality. Whether traditional or with an integrated QR code - I design business cards that optimally fulfil your needs and leave a lasting impression. Utilise the advantages of classic business cards to impress in personal contact and at the same time build a bridge to the digital world with modern elements such as QR codes. Let's design your perfect business card together!
