Business cards are an essential tool for the unemployed.  You will be amazed at the opportunities you will have to hand them out.  When you meet people at job clubs, other networking events, or at your child’s ballgame, you will want to have cards to exchange.  Business cards are a way for people to remember you, recall the type of job opportunities to refer to you, and have access to your contact information to stay connected.

The information you put on your cards should include at least Your Name, Email Address, Home Address and Phone Numbers.  To maximize the value of your business cards, include the job title you seek and/or the industry you are interested in.  You might want to include a few of your strengths, certifications, or pertinent skills.  For example, if you are a computer programmer, you might want to include the languages in which you program.  Keep the information brief and relevant.  Don’t forget to take advantage of the space on the back of the card.

You can get free business cards at www.vistaprint.com (shipping charges will apply.)  Don’t forget to ask others for their cards and build your network.