BUSINESS CARD

ETIQUETTES
By Team-7
Kumar.M
Gowtham.R
Niruban
Vaani
Prem Adith
Dharanidharan.P

What is a Business card?

Business card is an extensions of your

company and those who work there.

Business card passes information about ones

business contacts to potential customers
and other professionals for networking

They are shared during formal introductions

as a convenience and a memory aid

Moral values

Business cards are generally exchanged at the beginning of the first

meeting and not at any follow-up meeting unless new people are in the
room.

When you are presented with a business card from anyone, make a point
of looking at it and asking any questions you might have about the
information printed on it. Do not just slip it into your pocket.

Do not carry your cards loose in your pockets or allow them to become
bent or dirty. Invest in a small, discreet card case.

Content in Business card

Name
Street address
Postal code
Country
Telephone or fax numbers with country
code.
Email addresses

Few countries that follow

etiquettes

Japan

India

China

Qatar

JAPAN

Japanese Business cards an

introduction

A Japanese business card is called ameishi.

It typically features the company name at the top in the
largest print, followed by the job title and then the name of
the individual.
This information is written inJapanese characterson one
side and other language characterson the reverse.
Other important contact information is usually provided,
such as business address, phone number and fax number.
Meishi may also contain aQR codeto provide contact
details in a machine-readable form.

A sample MEISHI

Japanese Business Card

Etiquette

The card should be held at the top two corners, face up and
turned so that it can be read by the person receiving the meishi,
who takes it by the bottom two corners using both hands.
Placing one's fingers over the name or other information is
considered rude.
Upon receiving the meishi, one is expected to read the card over
and then one should then thank the other person, saying"choudai
shimasu", and thenbow.
When meishi are being exchanged between parties with
differentstatus, such as between the president of a company and
someone in middle management, it is proper that the person of
lower status extend his or her business card in such a way that it
is underneath or below the meishi being extended by the person
in a higher position.

Contd.

Meishi should be kept in a smart leather case where they

will not become warm or worn, both of which are
considered a sign of disrespect or thoughtlessness.
A received meishi should not be written on or placed in a
pocket; it is considered proper to file the meishi at the rear
of the leather case.
Actions such as folding the card in half, or placing the
presenter's meishi in one's back pocket, are regarded as
insults.

INDIA

Indian Business card an

introduction

In India, business cards are exchanged even in nonbusiness situations, generally after the initial handshake
and greeting
The general format for business cards in India is standard
and includes your complete name (first name first),
professional title/specialty, phone and fax numbers,
address, and e-mail.
Additionally, if you are employed, include the company
website address, logos and company affiliations.
Your business card should include your professional and
academic qualifications and titles.

A sample Indian Business

card

Indian Business card

Etiquette

Bring plenty of business cards since you will be

handing them out frequently, and not having enough
is considered rude.
Always present the card face-up with the text facing
the recipient so they can read the text as the card is
being handed to them.
It is advisable to add any university degrees or
honours to your card.
Always present and receive cards with your right hand.
There is no need to have your card translated into
Hindi, as English is widely spoken in the Indian
business community.

CHINA

Chinese Business Cards an

introduction

The business card is an important concept in China.

Chinese business cardsare exchanged upon meeting.
If you come to China to do some business, thebusiness card is
an essential tool you should alwayshave.
cardsshould be printed dual side in English on one side and
Chinese on the other.
Make sure the Chinese side uses "Simplified" characters for
mainland China, Singapore, Malaysia and Indonesia. "Traditional"
characters are used in Taiwan and exclusive areas of Hong Kong.
Your business card should include your title. If your company is
the oldest or largest in your country, that fact should be
highlighted on your card.
Ensure the translation is carried out into the appropriate Chinese
dialect, i.e. Cantonese or Mandarin.

Chinese Business Cards

Etiquette

Business cards are always exchanged and should be done

so with two hands (as a sign of respect).
It is best to stand up when exchanginga business cards.
When presenting yourcards, make sure that you hold it
Chinese side up, facing your contact so that he/she can
read it.
it is polite to study the card for a while and then put it on
the table next to you or in a business card case.
DO NOT shove the card into your back pocket.
DO NOT write comments on another person's business
card, in their presence. You may write on your own name
card to add information (e.g., email, home phone number,
etc.).

Cont

you should make sure that it is clean and neat; no dogeared corners or smudges allowed.
Take ample stocks ofcardsas almost everyone you meet
will want to exchange one with you.
it is proper to place thecardface up on the table in front of
you and refer to it when necessary.
NEVER place a stack of yourcardson the table and offer
others to take a card from the stack.

A sample of Chinese business

card

QATAR

Qatar Business Cards an

Introduction

For Saudi business people its a matter of respect while

receiving and giving a business card.
They exchange cards only with people of the same rank.
Your own card should have your name, company, job title,
phone number, mobile number, fax number, email address
and web address
You should have it translated into Arabic on one side - and
make sure your translation is properly done.
You should have your cards in a briefcase or a business
card holder, and they should be handed over using the
right hand.

Qatar business card

Etiquette

Handshakes are normal between men, but it is better to let

the other man initiate this. A warm, firm handshake is
preferred.
If you are offered a business card, treat it with respect
and keep it carefully.
DO NOT use your left hand.
It will contain information you cant easily find elsewhere.
When you are handed it, accept it with the right hand; it is
fine to study it and comment on it.
You should have your cards in a briefcase or a business
card holder, and they should be handed over using the
right hand.

A sample of Qatar business

cards

Other few countries.

In Iran, only senior-level individuals
exchange business cards.
In other Arabic nations, like Kuwait and
Saudi Arabia, cards are given to everyone
you meet.
In Hungary, on the translated side, your
surname should precede your given name.
In Spain and Turkey, the business card
should be presented to the receptionist
upon arrival.

As Future Managers, We should know the

business culture around the globe to
maintain a good business relationship.
Hope we acquainted you well with our role
play and presentation.