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Business Cards--Plain or PIZAZZ??

By Susan Brown

Real Estate Agent with Fonville Morisey, a Long and Foster Company

May 21, 2011 05:04 AM

Ah, business cards. That tiny paper representation of ourselves. That little rectangle of love. That little tangible evidence that reminds us, "Yes, I am a REAL business(wo)man!" How do YOU represent yourself on your business card--photo or no photo? Plain or Pizazz??

When I first started I took the stock Coldwell Banker HPW business card that pretty much everyone had (oh, but I got to pick from like one of FIVE different templates! Oooohhh!) But it didn't say Susan. It didn't represent me and my personality. So I've gone a little Pizazz-y. But I worry--does it compromise my "professionalism"? Does it make me not seem "serious" enough? Not that I believe real estate agents all need to be serious suit-wearing, pearl earring-totin' kind of people (unless that's YOU, in which case, work it!) Anyway, what do you think? Would you take me seriously with this card? (Not sure yet about the slogan--seems a little overused, so I'm continuing to think on that one!)

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Jerry Newman

Brown Realty, 210-789-4216, - San Antonio, TX

Texas REALTOR, San Antonio Military Relocation

Hi Susan. Your business card will leave a lasting impressions on those you give it to. I am not into the flowers, but if that's your personality. Go for it! It's a nice looking business card. I would take you seriously.

May 21, 2011 08:18 AM

Susan Brown

Fonville Morisey, a Long and Foster Company - Cary, NC

REALTOR - Cary NC Homes for Sale

Hi Jerry--LOL, I can't really see you and flowers, either, but I think it fits me! Glad to have one affirmative on the card, thanks!!

May 21, 2011 09:21 AM

Rebekah Radice

Imagine WOW! Digital Marketing Agency - Burbank, CA

Social Media Marketing, Coaching & Training

Susan - Your business card is a reflection of who you really are and the stuffy typical company card definitely isn't you! I love your card and completely agree with Jerry - it will leave a lasting positive impression with your clients.

May 21, 2011 10:10 AM

Hi Rebekah--Thanks! I really want to order this card so thank you for the positive response! BTW, I LOVE your pic--you look so happy and friendly in it!!

May 21, 2011 10:18 AM

Silvia Dukes PA, Broker Associate, CRS, CIPS, SRES

Tropic Shores Realty - Ich spreche Deutsch! - Spring Hill, FL

Florida Waterfront and Country Club Living

Hi Susan, I also think it's good to stand out from the crowd and your business card should reflect that as well. I wonder if you could frame your photo to take away the hard edges, to me it seems a bit of a stark contrast against the soft flower theme but then, that's just my feeling. All the best!

May 22, 2011 01:22 AM

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