Bloggers tend to have email signatures, Facebook pages, and Twitter timelines, but itās also important to have business cards available when we meet offline.
Huwa importanti li jkollok business card biex tintroduÄi lilek innifsek mal-qarrejja jew imsieħba fin-negozju, anki jekk int blogger Ä”did jew għadek ma attendejt l-ebda konferenza.
Dikjarazzjoni li smajt il-Ĕimgħa li għaddiet kienet li l-blogging huwa negozju jekk inti serji dwaru.
Business card, allura, hija ħtieÄ”a biex tkun negozju. Jekk ma tridx titfagħhom fil-fishbowl fir-ristorant Messikan (tixtieq ikla b'xejn?), tista' tirriÄiklahom.
Għaliex Għandek Bżonn Business Card Għall-Blog Tiegħek?
Il-karti tan-negozju huma partikolarment utli għas-sitwazzjonijiet li Ĕejjin:
1. Conferences:
Matul it-Tip A l-Ĕimgħa li għaddiet, tajt madwar 100 karta. Il-bloggers jistgħu jiftakruk aħjar billi jiskambjaw il-karti tan-negozju waqt konferenza tal-blog. Kun żgur li tagħti l-karti tan-negozju tiegħek lill-marki kollha li tixtieq taħdem magħhom.
2. Local Networking Events:
Minbarra li tgħaddi l-karti tan-negozju tiegħek f'avvenimenti ta 'netwerking lokali, tista' tfittex ditti biex tissieħeb magħhom jew sempliÄement titgħallem ftit (bħal f'seminar).
3. Mail with Giveaway Prize:
Il-qarrejja tiegħek probabbilment ma jintbagħtux premjijiet bil-posta ta' spiss, iżda jista' jkun li jkollok bżonn tagħmel dan f'xi punt. It-tqegħid ta' karta fil-pakkett tal-premju tiegħek iżid touch personali sabiħ. Awww. Dak ħelu ħafna.
4. A Surprise Opportunity:
M'hemm l-ebda mod biex tkun taf meta tista 'tiltaqa' ma 'xi ħadd li tixtieq tqabbad miegħu fil-futur.
Hemm moms friski fil-park, sidien tan-negozji interessati li joffru kuntatt mal-bloggers, u nies li għadek kif iltqajt magħhom li huma bloggers. Aqsam il-karta tiegħek magħhom!
What To Put On a Blog Business Card?
Il-karta tan-negozju tiegħek tista' tgħid ħafna affarijiet, imma x'għandha tgħid? Hemm punt importanti għall-ewwel tweĔiba tiegħi, għalhekk isma': għandek tistabbilixxi miri ta' blogging qabel tibda blog.
Qatt qist il-miri li "l-esperti" jissuĔĔerixxu li tistabbilixxi? Iva, dawk huma dawk.
IddeÄiedi kif trid li jidhru l-karti tan-negozju tiegħek qabel ma tiddisinjahom. Kemm għandu jkollok? Dwar xiex trid tikteb? Kif nistgħu ngħinu? M'hemm l-ebda limitazzjonijiet. Kun speÄifiku kemm tistaā.
Il-karta tan-negozju tal-blog għandha numru ta' oĔĔetti li GĦANDEK tinkludi minkejja l-fatt li għadni kif għedt "jiddependi."
1. Isem
Isnāt that obvious? People must understand who you are. If your full name is not used on your blog, you can still use your first name.
So, what if your name is not used on your blog? At least you will have a means of addressing yourself. Consider using a pseudonym or some other name.
2. Website URL
You have these cards; why do you even have them? For blogging, of course. If you want to provide a URL for your blog, here are a few suggestions:
- Neħħi http:// mill-URL. URL fis-seklu 21 dejjem jinkludi dak. Tista' anke taÄÄessah permezz tat-tagħmir mobbli tiegħek issa. Il-browser se jieħu ħsiebha għalik.
- If your blog URL works without the āwww,ā the āwwwā is optional. Take a look now.
- Please verify that your blogās URL works without the www (if it is a Blogspot or WordPress.com site). This makes the card look crowded and consumes valuable space.
3. Indirizz elettroniku
Persuna tista' tikkuntattjak bl-eħfef mod jekk ikollha l-indirizz elettroniku tiegħek. Tinsiex timla l-indirizz elettroniku tiegħek! Ħadd ma jrid ifittex għalik.
If you donāt have a bloggy email, create a Gmail account or, even better, create one using your domain name (if you own a domain). You can even forward it to your primary email address if you like.
Wara l-informazzjoni obbligatorja, jekk jogħĔbok inkludi l-informazzjoni li Ĕejja fuq il-b-card tiegħek:
4. Your Picture
The idea is a good one, but it is not absolutely necessary. We can often see a photograph of someone and recall a great conversation we had from our past.
That makes you memorable. Pro: you can have too many pieces of information on that card, and it may clash with your blogās colours (I doubt your picture matches your blogās colours).
Keep your cardās picture updated if you decide to use one. A picture that was taken five years ago or has a different color of hair is useless. Remember to include a photo of yourself on your blog if you donāt put one.
5. Numru tat-Telefon
Your goals will determine what you should do. Business-oriented services (consulting, design, etc.) require a phone number, so if you offer them, you should provide them.
You can redirect the Google Voice number to your personal number if youāre worried about privacy.
6. Titolu
It-titlu ta 'business card huwa xi ħaÄ”a li l-bloggers jistaqsu dwar ħafna. Tista' sempliÄement iżżomm it-titlu "Sid" jew "Fundatur" jekk int is-sid ta' blog mill-isbaħ wieħed biss.
It doesnāt matter who you are. You should consider it if you manage a community blog. For example, if you provide business services, you might want to list āGraphic Designer, Blogger.ā
Also, if youāre interested in freelance writing, you might want to list āWriter and Bloggerā or āWriter.ā Just donāt worry about including a title.
7. Twitter Handle
L-iktar importanti netwerk tal-midja soÄjali for bloggers is Twitter, and Iāll get to the rest in a moment. People typically introduce themselves at conferences by using their real names and their Twitter handles.
This is absolutely true. Blogging is all about identifying yourself. As such, it would be beneficial for your B-card to display your Twitter handle(s).
8. Other Social Links (Facebook, LinkedIn, Instagram)
Skont is-sitwazzjoni. Jista 'jkun idea tajba li tpoĔĔi tiegħek facebook, LinkedIn, and Instagram handles there if youāre a photographer with a lot of activity.
However, donāt put too much information on your business card.
Instead, use your blog to connect with people. Your blogās homepage should include all the social media buttons you use so readers can easily access all of your midja soÄjali Kontijiet.
9. Post
If you have space, you may want to include your city and state. But why? Brands sometimes hire bloggers who live in a specific region for a campaign.
Dan jagħmilha faÄli għall-viżitaturi tal-blog tiegħek biex issir taf fejn tgħix peress li tagħmilha faÄli għalihom biex isibuha.
Ä ejt rakkomandat li jkolli dan fuq il-business card tiegħi minn ftit rappreżentanti tal-PR li ltqajt magħhom fl-aħħar konferenza li attendejt.
10. KodiÄi QR
A QR code is a code that contains information. This little gem of awesome can be scanned by smartphones. Once scanned, scannable QR codes can take you to detailed information on the site.
There are many ways to get more information from QR codes. Would you like one? Perhaps not. What about after Bloggy B-Card Week? Maybe. On Wednesday and Thursday, Iāll write more about QR codes, so stay tuned.
11. Contributor Gigs
Your business card may contain information about other blogs or publishing sites where you have contributed.
Printing too many cards does make you sound important (in a good way), but be careful not to overdo it. This gig may change at any time (yours or theirs).
12. Identifying Elements from Your Blog
If your blog is designed well, you will want your business card to tidher sew with it. Make sure your blog logo is identifiable. If you havenāt done so already, include your blogās signature colours, fonts, etc.
13. Taglines and Stories
Your blogās tagline: Whatās it about? In one sentence, please tell us about your blog. Those who are interested in what you have to say may visit your blog more often than someone saying Adventuroo.com.
X'jiĔri Jekk ikollok aktar minn blog wieħed?
The tricky part is here, isnāt it? A separate business card and a personal card are absolutely fine, especially if one is more tailored to the business.
However, if you have more than two blogs, it might not be a great idea to hand out multiple business cards.
One card can be incorporated into another for convenience. However, make sure you do not overload the card. You can choose simple colour schemes and write your blog names in the fonts of each blog if your design is too different.
Biex tgħinhom isibu l-blogs kollha tiegħek, tista' tuża kodiÄi QR (aktar dwar dan aktar tard din il-Ä”imgħa).
FAQs
š” How can a business card improve networking for bloggers?
It encourages follow-ups after first meetings at conferences, workshops, or social gatherings. Having a well-designed business card also reflects professionalism and can make a memorable impression, which is essential for building and maintaining relationships in the blogging community.
š Do business cards actually lead to increased blog traffic?
While business cards themselves may not directly increase blog traffic significantly, they facilitate networking and relationships that can. For instance, handing out your card to the right person can lead to collaborations, guest blogging opportunities, or social media shares, all of which can drive traffic to your blog indirectly.
šØ How does the design of a business card reflect on a blogger?
The design of your business card is a direct reflection of your brand. A clean, visually appealing design can communicate professionalism and attention to detail, while a creative and unique card can showcase your blog's personality and niche.
š Is it worth the investment for bloggers to get business cards?
Considering the relatively low cost of designing and printing business cards against the potential benefits of networking, collaboration, and brand recognition, it's generally a worthwhile investment for bloggers. The key is to view business cards as a tool for opening doors to opportunities rather than a direct marketing tool for increasing blog readership.
Quick Links
- Ippjanar ta' Kontenut ta' Kull Xahar: Ottimizza l-Produzzjoni tal-Blog Tiegħek!
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- RaÄ”unijiet KruÄjali Għaliex In-Negozju Tiegħek Irid Ikollu Blog
Conclusion: Just Donāt Overdo It, Okay?
Having a business card for your blog is like carrying a little piece of your blog everywhere you go.
Itās a small tool that packs a big punch in making lasting impressions and building connections.
Whether youāre at a big conference or just bump into someone curious about your work, a business card can be the bridge between a quick chat and a meaningful relationship.
So, investing in business cards is a smart move. Theyāre not just paper; theyāre opportunities waiting to happen!
