Business Cards as Gifts

Designing your own business card can be a chore, but designing a business card for friend or family member can be a lot of fun and makes the perfect corporate gift for a new business owner, first time worker or recent graduate. There are a few things to keep in mind when designing a business card to give as a gift.

Know the person you are designing very well. The perfect business card reflects both the career choice as well as the personality of the bearer. It should state clearly their profession in a font and style appropriate for their business or company. Adding a little of the individual’s favorite color or clip art does no harm as long as it’s tasteful.

Always make the effort to purchase luxury or premium business cards when giving as a gift. Because business cards are so cheap these days, it isn’t as though making a premium choice in regards to cardstock, finish and accents is a real budget breaker. Heavy card feels the richest. Gloss is only appropriate in some circumstances but embossed or engraved printing is an absolute must. Consider foiling for fun or easy going profession but avoid flair for serious professionals.

If the card is for a recent graduate, concentrate on making calling card style cards rather than business related cards. Concentrate on favorite things and aspirations rather than the job they wish to land. But keep things stylish so the graduate can include a card with job applications and inquiry letters.

Take the time to research the latest design and trends in the individuals’ chosen profession. The ideal card should be appropriate for the profession yet still stand out from the crowd. Just make sure they stand out for all the right reasons. Never choose your first design and layout. Rather, play around with the elements on the card and be sure of your choices before finalizing your order.

Compliment your business card gift with an engraved car holder, matching set of stationary and a personalized rubber stamp or signature stamp. Corporate gifts can be difficult but business cards as gifts are both practical and fun. It’s an unexpected stocking filler most of us can afford.

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