Bloggers tend to have email signatures, Facebook pages, and Twitter timelines, but itâs also important to have business cards available when we meet offline.
Mahalagang magkaroon ng business card upang ipakilala ang iyong sarili sa mga mambabasa o mga kasosyo sa negosyo, kahit na ikaw ay isang bagong blogger o hindi ka pa dumalo sa anumang mga kumperensya.
Ang isang pahayag na narinig ko noong nakaraang linggo ay ang blogging ay isang negosyo kung seryoso ka tungkol dito.
Ang isang business card, kung gayon, ay isang pangangailangan para sa pagiging isang negosyo. Kung ayaw mong ihagis ang mga ito sa fishbowl sa Mexican restaurant (gusto mo ba ng freebie sa tanghalian? ), maaari mong i-recycle ang mga ito.
Bakit Kailangan Mo ng Business Card Para sa Iyong Blog?
Ang mga business card ay partikular na kapaki-pakinabang para sa mga sumusunod na sitwasyon:
1. Conferences:
Noong Type A noong nakaraang linggo, nagbigay ako ng humigit-kumulang 100 card. Mas maaalala ka ng mga blogger sa pamamagitan ng pagpapalitan ng mga business card sa isang blog conference. Tiyaking ibigay ang iyong mga business card sa lahat ng brand na gusto mong makatrabaho.
2. Local Networking Events:
Bilang karagdagan sa pagpapasa ng iyong mga business card sa mga lokal na kaganapan sa networking, maaari kang maghanap ng mga tatak na kasosyo o matuto nang kaunti (tulad ng sa isang seminar).
3. Mail with Giveaway Prize:
Ang iyong mga mambabasa ay malamang na hindi madalas na pinadalhan ng mga premyo, ngunit maaaring kailanganin mong gawin ito sa isang punto. Ang paglalagay ng card sa iyong pakete ng premyo ay nagdaragdag ng magandang personal na ugnayan. Awww. Sobrang sweet niyan.
4. A Surprise Opportunity:
Walang paraan upang malaman kung kailan ka makakatagpo ng isang taong gusto mong makasama sa hinaharap.
May mga cool na ina sa parke, may-ari ng negosyo na interesadong mag-alok ng blogger outreach, at mga taong kakakilala mo lang na mga blogger. Ibahagi ang iyong card sa kanila!
What To Put On a Blog Business Card?
Ang iyong business card ay maaaring magsabi ng maraming bagay, ngunit ano ang dapat nitong sabihin? Mayroong mahalagang punto sa aking unang sagot, kaya makinig ka: dapat kang magtakda ng mga layunin sa pag-blog bago magsimula ng isang blog.
Naisip mo na ba ang mga layunin na iminumungkahi ng "mga eksperto" na itinakda mo? Oo, ang mga iyon.
Magpasya kung ano ang gusto mong hitsura ng iyong mga business card bago mo idisenyo ang mga ito. Ilan dapat ang mayroon ka? Ano ang gusto mong isulat? Paano tayo makakatulong? Walang limitasyon. Maging tiyak hangga't maaari.
Ang blog business card ay may ilang mga item na DAPAT mong isama sa kabila ng katotohanan na sinabi ko lang na "depende.".
1. Pangalan
Isnât 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. URL ng website
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:
- Alisin ang http:// mula sa URL. Palaging kasama iyon sa isang URL sa ika-21 siglo. Maaari mo na itong i-access sa pamamagitan ng iyong mobile device ngayon. Hahawakan ito ng browser para sa iyo.
- If your blog URL works without the âwww,â the âwwwâ is optional. Take a look now.
- Please verify that your blogâs 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. Email Address
Maaaring makipag-ugnayan sa iyo ang isang tao sa pinakamadaling paraan kung mayroon siya ng iyong email address. Huwag kalimutang punan ang iyong email address! Walang gustong maghanap sa iyo.
If you donât 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.
Kasunod ng mandatoryong impormasyon, mangyaring isama ang sumusunod na impormasyon sa iyong b-card:
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 blogâs colours (I doubt your picture matches your blogâs colours).
Keep your cardâs 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 donât put one.
5. Numero ng Telepono
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 youâre worried about privacy.
6. Pamagat
Ang pamagat ng isang business card ay isang bagay na ipinagtataka ng mga blogger. Maaari mong panatilihin ang pamagat na "May-ari" o "Tagapagtatag" kung ikaw ang may-ari ng isang magandang blog.
It doesnât 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 âGraphic Designer, Blogger.â
Also, if youâre interested in freelance writing, you might want to list âWriter and Bloggerâ or âWriter.â Just donât worry about including a title.
7. Twitter Handle
Ang pinakamahalagang network ng social media for bloggers is Twitter, and Iâll 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)
Depende sa sitwasyon. Maaaring magandang ideya na ilagay ang iyong Facebook, LinkedIn, and Instagram handles there if youâre a photographer with a lot of activity.
However, donât put too much information on your business card.
Instead, use your blog to connect with people. Your blogâs homepage should include all the social media buttons you use so readers can easily access all of your social media accounts.
9. Lokasyon
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.
Ginagawa nitong madali para sa iyong mga bisita sa blog na malaman kung saan ka nakatira dahil ginagawa mong madali para sa kanila na mahanap ito.
Inirerekomenda sa akin na ilagay ito sa aking business card ng ilang kinatawan ng PR na nakilala ko sa huling kumperensyang dinaluhan ko.
10. Mga QR code
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, Iâll 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 magandang tingnan with it. Make sure your blog logo is identifiable. If you havenât done so already, include your blogâs signature colours, fonts, etc.
13. Taglines and Stories
Your blogâs tagline: Whatâs 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.
Paano Kung Mayroon kang Higit sa Isang Blog?
The tricky part is here, isnât 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.
Upang matulungan silang mahanap ang lahat ng iyong blog, maaari kang gumamit ng QR code (higit pa tungkol doon sa susunod na linggo).
FAQs
đĄ 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.
đ 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.
đš 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.
đ 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
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Conclusion: Just Donât Overdo It, Okay?
Having a business card for your blog is like carrying a little piece of your blog everywhere you go.
Itâs a small tool that packs a big punch in making lasting impressions and building connections.
Whether youâre 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. Theyâre not just paper; theyâre opportunities waiting to happen!
