When did business cards become popular in China?

Business cards became popular in China during the Warring States Period, and gradually became popular with the passage of time. /kloc-In the 20th century, business cards were introduced to Asia and became an important tool for business communication. Although electronic communication has become popular now, paper business cards still have their unique value and play an important role in business and personal communication.

First, the role of business cards

1, introduce yourself

Business cards are printed with the holder's name, occupation, work unit, contact information and other information, which can easily introduce their identity and characteristics, and is a simple and effective way to introduce themselves in social occasions.

Step 2 keep in touch

Contact information is printed on the business card to keep in touch with others. At the same time, in social occasions, you can meet new friends and expand your contacts by exchanging business cards.

3. Corporate Publicity

For enterprises, business cards are an important carrier of corporate image and brand promotion. The name, logo, contact information and business information of the enterprise are printed on the business card, which helps customers to understand the enterprise and establish contact, and also helps to enhance the visibility and brand image of the enterprise.

4. Information transmission

As an information carrier, business cards can transmit personal information, enterprise information and business information, which is convenient for people's life and work.

5, instead of a memorandum

Business cards can be used instead of memos to express congratulations, thanks, introductions, farewells, condolences, gifts and even condolences.

The history of business cards

1, ancient

The earliest business cards can be traced back to "give" and "pull" in ancient China, which were used by visitors to introduce their identity and explain their purpose. During this period, the business cards were mostly made of wood or bamboo, with information such as the holder's name, occupation, work unit, contact information, etc., which were used to show his identity and characteristics to the other party when visiting.

219th century

With the invention of paper and the progress of printing technology, business cards began to be made of paper, and the materials and sizes began to diversify. At the same time, business cards began to spread to Asia and became an important tool for business communication. In China, business cards called "business cards" began to be widely used by businessmen, government officials and scholars.

3. Republic of China period

China began to have a lot of business contacts with the west, and western business cards were introduced to China. The size and printing technology of western-style business cards are different from those of traditional business cards in China, and they pay more attention to appearance and personalized design.

4. Modern society

With the continuous progress of printing technology, the design and printing of business cards have gradually become diversified. At the same time, with the popularity of telephone, email and other communication methods, the content of business cards has become more concise and clear. In modern society, the use of business cards has become very common. Both individuals and enterprises need a business card to show their identity, contact information and business information.