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February is American Heart Month, and I’ve partn February is American Heart Month, and I’ve partnered with @MedIQCME and Duke Health to raise awareness about atrial fibrillation (AFib), also known as irregular heartbeat which affects 12 million people.My father was diagnosed with AFib and my family has a history of this condition, so I do my best to learn as much as I can about it.

I’ve learned that when the atrium’s squeezing becomes irregular, blood doesn’t flow as smoothly through the heart and clots can form. Those clots can travel to the brain, disrupting the oxygen supply and causing a stroke. People with AFib are at approximately 5 times greater risk for stroke than those with regular heartbeats. Stroke is a leading cause of death and also of serious, long-term disability. It is essential to get to a hospital quickly if you suspect a stroke in yourself or others.Learn the acronym FAST to recognize the signs of stroke: 

F = Face. Ask the person to smile. Does one side of the face droop?

A = Arms. Ask the person to raise both arms. Does one arm drift downward? 

S = Speech. Ask the person to repeat a simple phrase. Is the speech slurred or strange?

T= Time. If you see any of these signs, call 9-1-1 right away.

Take this survey (link in bio) for the chance to win 1 of 5 $100 VISA gift cards—takes less than 10 minutes.

Thanks, @mediqcme, and Duke Heart. Supported by an educational grant from the Bristol Myers Squibb and Pfizer Alliance.
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Cubicle Life, The Cubicle Chick Do · July 19, 2011

What Does Your Business Card Say About You?


Even in the digital and technological age, most career driven professionals use business cards. A business card is one of the most important tools one can have while networking and making moves. It is a way that we legitimize ourselves as true movers and shakers. When you ask someone for their business card and they don’t have one, it says a lot about that person. It raises questions about their professionalism and business savvy. But have you ever wondered what your business card says about you?

After over ten years of networking and exchanging business cards, I can tell a lot about a person when they give me their card. If the card is well designed and professionally done, it speaks of the person’s creativity and drive for success. If the card is filled with pen scratch outs with corrected information, it says that the person makes a lot of changes, most of which are not permanent. If the business card is simple, it usually speaks of the person who is interested in getting straight down to business.

Your business card should have all of the ways to connect with you, including your first and last name, business address, email address, office phone, wireless number, and email address. If you have a web address, that should also be included. And the trend now is to include your social networks on the card as well.

One of the biggest mistakes one can make is passing out a business card with rampant misspellings and incorrect information. Not everyone will notice if the mistake is small, but as a former human resources manager, I notice even the smallest of details. I cannot count the times that I have used a business card someone gave me in order to go to their website and got an error because the web address is incorrect. Make sure when you have your business card made that you have it proofread by an additional eye, just in case they are able to point out an error you fail to see.

Another mistake many make with their business card is it is too busy to read. The font is fancy, and type is small, and makes for a hard time trying to contact someone. Make sure your business card is branded, but don’t go overboard.

And if you have more than one business, try making a double-sided card with each business on each side—trying to fit all of your hustles on one card can be difficult.

There are also options for electronic business cards that are becoming more and more popular. The V-card option in Microsoft Outlook that can be exchanged online, is the most popular e-business card currently.

Business cards are still a very popular method of connecting with people with whom you’d like to do business with. Make sure your card is on it’s “A” game before it’s presented, and make a positive statement when networking.

This article was originally posted in my HR Column on Young Black Professionals Guide


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Comments

  1. Whitney says

    July 19, 2011 at 9:48 am

    All very good tips. I just ordered new business cards from Moo and I hope the quality lives up to the hype. So now you’ve piqued my curiosity…what does your business card look like? 😉

    Reply
    • The Cubicle Chick says

      July 19, 2011 at 11:54 am

      Whitney, my card is a front and back card, but I will take a picture of the front of it and share with you on Google+. How’s that? Also,I heard that Moo makes great cards. I had my designed by my graphic designer and made through Zazzle. There are a lot of companies who are making fabulous business cards these days.

      Reply
  2. Justice Fergie says

    July 19, 2011 at 4:00 pm

    Great post! I agree on all points (except…b/c I ‘live’ in the digital sphere, I don’t have a mailing address on my cards.)

    P.S.
    Moo’s cards are awesome – very good quality. But I would avoid the mini-Moos b/c they can be annoying to hold onto and will get lost amongst regular sized business cards.

    My current cards are from Zazzle too! great customer service.

    Reply
    • The Cubicle Chick says

      July 19, 2011 at 8:55 pm

      Thanks for the comment Justice Fergie. I understand about not wanting to put your physical address on your cards. I have a virtual office address for that reason. And I agree, those mini cards are hard to keep up with. Cute and fun, but not very practical.

      Reply
  3. Zoe says

    July 21, 2011 at 8:52 am

    Great tips. I’ve been needing new cards for a while. I like the idea of the double sided card.

    Reply

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When I was Sweet 16. #tbt #throwbackthursday When I was Sweet 16. #tbt #throwbackthursday
To all the lovers. A little flower arrangement fro To all the lovers. A little flower arrangement from me to you for Love Day. ❤️❤️❤️ #valentines #valentinesday #love
Circa 1981. My snaggletooth era. 😂#TBT Circa 1981. My snaggletooth era. 😂#TBT
We did our best to recreate our onesie moment from We did our best to recreate our onesie moment from 2013. Strike a pose, the remix.
Finally! After a year (or more) we’ve finally be Finally! After a year (or more) we’ve finally been able to get a staycation on the calendar. Having fun with these ladies!
Circa 1990 when I was a sophomore in high school i Circa 1990 when I was a sophomore in high school in Jacksonville, and I had 3 different hairstyles going on at the same time.  #FBF #backintheday
So, I’m doing THING! Join me and the cast of thi So, I’m doing THING! Join me and the cast of this year’s @shesaidstlouis  on Friday, March 10th at The Sheldon. We’ll be sharing our stories monologue style, and it’s going to be a good time. If you’d like to get tickets, hit me up! A portion of the proceeds will go to @rungforwomen. 👍🏾
February is American Heart Month, and I’ve partn February is American Heart Month, and I’ve partnered with @MedIQCME and Duke Health to raise awareness about atrial fibrillation (AFib), also known as irregular heartbeat which affects 12 million people.My father was diagnosed with AFib and my family has a history of this condition, so I do my best to learn as much as I can about it.

I’ve learned that when the atrium’s squeezing becomes irregular, blood doesn’t flow as smoothly through the heart and clots can form. Those clots can travel to the brain, disrupting the oxygen supply and causing a stroke. People with AFib are at approximately 5 times greater risk for stroke than those with regular heartbeats. Stroke is a leading cause of death and also of serious, long-term disability. It is essential to get to a hospital quickly if you suspect a stroke in yourself or others.Learn the acronym FAST to recognize the signs of stroke: 

F = Face. Ask the person to smile. Does one side of the face droop?

A = Arms. Ask the person to raise both arms. Does one arm drift downward? 

S = Speech. Ask the person to repeat a simple phrase. Is the speech slurred or strange?

T= Time. If you see any of these signs, call 9-1-1 right away.

Take this survey (link in bio) for the chance to win 1 of 5 $100 VISA gift cards—takes less than 10 minutes.

Thanks, @mediqcme, and Duke Heart. Supported by an educational grant from the Bristol Myers Squibb and Pfizer Alliance.
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