“Business” Cards

Do you ever find exchanging numbers awkward?

Wouldn’t it be nice if we could meet someone without having to immediately rely on our phone to continue the contact?

Technology is our major connection to the universe because our phones are a just so convenient for organizing our chaotic lives (or at least how I live mine… whoops) and easy access for information. Oh the allure of convenience!!!

When my single life began, I was frustrated when sharing contact info. I don’t want to pull out my phone when I FINALLY met a person without swiping left or right out of boredom… or for love or whatever.

One day I decided on a seemingly ridiculous solution- BUSINESS CARDS!

CLEARLY not rocket science and has been utilized for years, but definitely a dying trend. Does anyone else remember Facebook cards when social media gained more popularity? Literally had your profile picture and name with the easy convenience of just printing them out at Walmart! That situation died faster than the music career of the Baha Men.

Obviously in this “Who Let the Dogs Out” current society, we don’t necessarily want to give a complete stranger our frequent location, so it’s more of a… “Want to get to know my Business?” card!

Benefits:

1. Way to Stand Out! – You weren’t frantically scrolling your phone to open your Contacts or the person yelling over the music to share your digits. You did something super uncommon in this technological age and it IS noticed.

2. Dodge the Delays – It takes approximately 3-5 minutes to open contacts, open the add section, hand over the phone or type in the persons information. “How do you spell Christine? With a C or K?” It’s an uncomfortable break in the flowing interaction!

3. Conversation Continuer- You’ve already started, why not have a descriptive word to spark more interest? Traveller: where have you visited. Comedian: I haven’t met many people who’ve done that. Harry Potter Lover: Me too! (Or not.)

4. Friends Purse- Many of my friends have my card in their wallet or phone in case lost or stolen. Smart.

Considerations to Include:

1. Name- First and/or Last (some people like to keep their contacts organized in their phone!)

2. Phone Number- You can easily block a stalker or creep. No big deal. *Warning* Double check that your phone number isn’t connected to your Facebook account if you want to maintain more privacy.

3. App Connections- Have a rockin’ Instagram? Snapchat username in case you aren’t ready to commit to the phone number situation? (… or be able to see if they read your message.  It’s okay. No shame, honey.)

4. Hobbies- Great additional feature to remember you! Although who is going to forget the babe who just handed them a snazzy card?

5. Make it Fancy, But Keep it Simple- A splash of color or funky writing goes a long way, but don’t overload it with information. To the point, friend!

Avoid:

1. Address- Make a fully informed decision to share this! Even a few texts can make you change your mind about a potential one night stand.

2. Inspirational Quote- This isn’t your social media page. Don’t get weird with a stranger.

3. Your Workplace- as mentioned earlier

4. Your Entire Dating Profile- Back to Keeping it Simple… Use these cards for WHATEVER your dating needs are, but #HoeLife and “No Hook Ups” can be saved for Tinder.

5. A Photo of You- Remember… Facebook Cards… dead.

How to Make Them:

Vistaprint – cost me $30 including shipping for 250 cards (hilarious I know)

Judge if you will, but THESE WORK! No guarantees you won’t just end up with a “dick pic” (or boobies) at the end of the night, but 95% of the time I’ve receive a message even after a quick interaction. Don’t get lost in the contact section of the cutie’s phone! They will find you in their wallet… or maybe even their pants later. 😉

As with all of life’s adventures, be safe and have fun!