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3 Networking Tips + MOO Green Business Cards

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One of my favorite things to do to spread the word about my blog and brand now is networking.  I love getting out and explaining, face-to-face, the passion behind what I love to do.  It creates a lasting impression and forms real relationships with people you may have never met had it not been for a chance meeting or networking event.  My go-to networking material is my business card.  I’m on my second design for my business card, and I can say that I love this one most of all!  It was made with MOO.com‘s builder and it made my life less hectic.  I’ve been through my share of designing logos and layouts with my Adobe Creative Suites programs, and while its good to have that knowledge, I like the fact that MOO has my back and makes the design process so easy.  I was able to choose a layout and fill in my info, and then I chose to use Printfinity which allowed me to have different photos on the reverse side of my business card.

Business Cards from MOO.com - green and sustainable MOO Green Business Cards for Networking

photos on business cards by Stephanie Drenka

I just recently attended a women’s conference and networking event, Finesse Your Life Tour, an event put on by the The Ladies’ Roundtable and Jennifer Onwumere of Jen-Gerbread Marketing.  I formed some lasting relationships while there and look forward to keeping in touch with the ladies.  For people that I met spur of the moment and that I didn’t get to have in-depth conversations with – I gave them my business card and was pleased to hear how much they liked it!  I hope that in turn influences them to reach out to me so that we can speak after the event is said and done.  If you are in the DC or LA area, you can still register for the last 2 #FYLTour events!

Finesse Your Life Tour Networking - via Old World New Women networking at the Finesse Your Life Tour in Dallas, Texas Addie of Old World New networking at the Finesse Your Life Tour in Dallas, TX

Now, I tell y’all all the time that everything can be done sustainably, and it is no different with these business cards.  I chose the Green Business Cards option which uses 100%  recycled fiber, is 100% chlorine free and 100% biodegradable!

MOO Green Business Cards

Save 10% on your next MOO.com purchase by using my referral link here.

3 Networking Tips

  1. Have your MOO business cards on hand to share with people you meet so that you can connect after the event.
  2. Create a 30 second elevator speech.  This is a summation of your business/brand’s purpose and mission to help you quickly inform the people you meet about who you are and what you do.  It shows that you are serious about what you do!
  3. Follow through and actually connect with the people you have met after the event is over.  It looks bad on you if you say you will reach out to someone, but you don’t do it.  You also will possibly miss out on a great connection that you easily could have formed after meeting someone.

How do you love to network?  I hope you use your MOO Green business cards the next time you network!

Networking + MOO green business cards via Old World New

xoxo, dolls & dudes

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  • Ginger Marie
    October 6, 2015

    I use Moo and I absolutely love them! Their cards are so cute and like you, I put a pic of me on the back so people can know who’s card they have! 😀

    Reply
  • Logan Can
    October 6, 2015

    These cards look so nice! I have been meaning to get some printed. It would definitely be helpful to have them on hand!

    Reply
  • Cynthia @craftoflaughter
    October 6, 2015

    What a great tip to have a 30 second introduction! I will practice that. Love your business cards too!

    Reply
  • Brooke
    October 6, 2015

    These business cards are super adorable!!! Love them and I love that they are green too!

    xo,
    Brooke | KBStyled

    Reply
  • corine
    October 6, 2015

    Moo is the only place I will print my business cards! AMAZING QUALITY!

    Reply
  • Heather
    October 6, 2015

    Totally agree! Don’t be shy. If everyone didn’t say hello first, no one would ever connect. CUTE styling and cards

    Reply
  • cuteheads
    October 6, 2015

    such good tips! I love your business cards too, they’re really cute!

    Esther
    The Cuteness

    Reply
  • Di
    October 6, 2015

    Love the networking tips. The business cards look great! I love the smaller sizes Moo provides, so cute.

    Reply
    • Addie
      Di
      October 6, 2015

      Their mini business cards are so adorable! That may be my next business card venture lol

      Reply
  • Darcy
    October 6, 2015

    These are great tips! I really need to get business cards myself.. I just can’t decide what all I want to put on them!
    http://www.amemoryofus.com

    Reply
  • Briana Anderson
    October 6, 2015

    These are great tips and a super useful post! Thanks so much for sharing all of this information!
    xx Bri
    http://www.Neutral2Neon.com

    Reply
  • BA Haggerty @FoodMarriage
    October 6, 2015

    I’ve been blogging since 2011 and never made up business cards (I know…terrible!) I knew I never wanted traditional business cards…I love the way these look – and I like how you have your picture on them – being able to put a face with a name is always great!

    Reply
  • Adaleta Avdic
    October 6, 2015

    Lovely tips! This is definitely something I follow up with when I attend conferences for my daytime job as well as for my blogging/YouTubing. Always important to follow up with people and even if you don’t necessarily say you will. I love emailing the people I’ve met (especially if there’s an attendee list of some kind) because it puts me back on their radar! xx, adaatude.com

    Reply
    • Addie
      Adaleta Avdic
      October 6, 2015

      So true, Adaleta! And getting on their radar after the hustle and bustle of the conference makes for better chances of staying connected!

      Reply
  • Nikka Shae
    October 6, 2015

    Great tips!! Moo has such to cutest cards!! I want to get some more business cards now!!

    Reply
  • Stacey
    October 6, 2015

    I use Moo “green” cards as well! I love them!

    Reply
  • Cymone | The Block is Haute
    October 6, 2015

    I’m such an introvert so networking is hard for me. Great business cards though! I think I’ll go with Moo my next time around.

    xoxo. | cymone.
    The Block is Haute

    Reply
  • Ron
    October 7, 2015

    I will have your business cards. Her beautiful and so unique, eye-catching.

    Reply
  • Eva at Kid Minds
    October 7, 2015

    So many great tips! I don’t even know, which one I like best. I definitely need to get some business cards!

    Reply
  • Victoria
    October 7, 2015

    These are such awesome tips! My business cards are from Moo and the quality is unsurpassed.
    xx, Victoria
    memphismadeblog.com

    Reply
  • Mary
    October 7, 2015

    How fun and helpful! Love your business cards! Ive used MOO too and they are great! Love the images on the cards too!

    Sportsanista

    Reply
  • Debra
    October 7, 2015

    I LOVE your photos on your cards. I need to do that, but I don’t have a shot I am happy with yet!

    Reply
  • nicole
    October 7, 2015

    I think your business cards are super classy, love it.

    Reply
  • Shelly
    October 7, 2015

    Thank you for sharing! I really need to get some business cards. I think what’s holding me back is that I’m a jack of all trades. I have yet to decide what I *really* want to specialize in. Oops! 🙂

    Reply
    • Addie
      Shelly
      October 7, 2015

      Shelly – I didn’t put a title for that very reason. It also makes people curious and really ask “what do you do?” And they’ll want to learn more about you! Make you some without a limiting title!

      Reply
  • Tanika Green
    October 7, 2015

    I just ordered from MOO!! They have such nice cards!

    http://alwayzfashionablylate.blogspot.com

    Reply
  • Blanca
    October 7, 2015

    Love your business cards! Thanks for the tips.

    Reply
  • laura londergan
    October 7, 2015

    Great tips & I know for me, I am constantly working on the perfect 30 second pitch!

    Reply
  • Cameron Proffitt
    October 8, 2015

    Those cards are gorgeous! I’m needing some made and will definitely be checking out this service. Agreed on networking! It’s also so fun to meet up with other men and women who also blog to exchange ideas. Sometimes people don’t understand how much work goes into these blogs, so I love meeting people who manage and run their own.

    Cameron Proffitt

    Reply
  • Christina Beauchamp
    October 8, 2015

    Your business cards are such beauties! LOVE them! And great tips!

    xo, Christina

    Fashion & Frills

    Reply
  • CourtneyLynne
    October 8, 2015

    Omg these are some really great tips!!! I’m also loving your business cards! I need new ones so bad.

    Reply
  • Natalie Keinan
    October 8, 2015

    I use MOO too! They have the cutest cards to choose from and I love that you can make them sustainable!

    http://www.thefashionhour.com

    Reply
  • Hannah Shanae
    October 9, 2015

    These are great tips! Thank you so much for sharing. I am going to a conference this upcoming weekend and will definitely need to utilize networking.

    Hannah Shanae
    hannahshanae.com

    Reply
  • Yona Williams
    October 9, 2015

    Your Moo cards came out so nice…and I’ve seen advertisements for this company, and have been impressed with their overall quality. The company offers one of the most professional-looking options that I’ve seen.

    Reply
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  • Rachel
    December 29, 2015

    Addie, u r soooo Awesome. This is ur cousin, girl.

    Reply
    • Addie
      Rachel
      December 29, 2015

      Haha, I was like “is this MY Rachel?” Lol. Love you!!! =)

      Reply

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