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Everyday Functional Business Cards

You Will Never Be Forgotten When People Use Your Card Every Day

— February 19, 2014 — Marketing
In the world of business, you want people to remember you, and these clever business cards have multiple purposes that are sure to make you more memorable than those before you.

There are many ways to be clever with a regular paper card, either with fancy writing or bright colors. The risk with these cards is that they are easily added to the collection of other business cards someone might have.

Now, in order to stand out from the crowd you can throw some extra creativity and cleverness into the mix and make your business card more than just a card. To go another step further you can incorporate what your company does, as a function of your card. If you are a bike company you can make your card into a bike tool, a guitar company can have a punch out guitar pick, or if you run your own catering company you can have a little menu with samples of food clients can select.
Trend Themes
1. Multi-purpose Business Cards - Creating business cards with multiple functionalities offers a way for professionals to stand out and leave a lasting impact.
2. Interactive Business Cards - Designing interactive business cards that incorporate elements related to the company's products or services enhances memorability and engagement.
3. Customized Sample Cards - Utilizing business cards as miniature samples provides a unique opportunity for businesses to showcase their offerings and leave a lasting impression.
Industry Implications
1. Printing and Stationery - The printing and stationery industry can explore new product offerings and techniques to cater to the growing demand for innovative business cards.
2. Advertising and Marketing - Incorporating functional and interactive elements into business cards opens up new possibilities for advertising and marketing professionals to capture attention and drive customer engagement.
3. Promotional Products - The promotional product industry can tap into the trend of customized sample cards, providing companies with creative options to showcase their products and services.
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