Here are 5 business Christmas card thrust of protocol to watch out for:
The Culture: When choosing your card design, think about the customs and traditions of those on your business Christmas card list. For instance, do not insult a treasured business partner by sending out a religious card with a Christian picture on the front if they do not follow that religious conviction. If you are confident that a religious card would be valued, then of course, send one. If, on the other hand, you are doubtful, play it safe by sending out a more nonspecific seasonal greeting.
The Quality: Send a first-class card that denotes your accomplishment as a business. Christmas cards are astoundingly inexpensive so you should be able to get ones that are of first-rate, printed on important weight card stock and include fine envelopes. A card that looks as if cheaply made can do more harm than good, even if you paid a high price for it. Keep in mind that the card you send out is a reflection of your company and consider the supposed value.
The Recipients: Identify who is on your Christmas card list. Be cautious not to overlook an important person your company does business with. It is okay to send a greeting card to the President of the company. However, if you don't actually know that person and overlooked to also send one to your most important point of contact within the company, you can do authentic damage. It may be better to send out your card addressed to the company itself than to specific people within the company if you cannot take account of each and every one of them that you do commerce with.
Customize: Imprinted cards are specialized and remarkable. To really make the recipient feel exceptional, on top of the imprint, sign your name and write a very succinct note. The client or business associate will be pleased about the fact that you took the time to consider them personally. It is advisable to hand-address the envelopes as well. Do not use labels as that will look like a bunch mailing, which will interfere with the good will you are trying to accomplish by sending out cards in the first place.
Proper Addressing: Think about the rules of formality when addressing the card. It is suitable to send a card to a home address if your connection is more than just business. Use the fitting prefixes. If, for instance, you are acquainted with the President of the company and his wife, send out the card to their home address, to Mr. and Mrs. John Purcell. Do not take in the name of the wife on a card sent to a business address except if she too works at same company. Don't fail to remember to seal the envelope and use a cute Christmas stamp. Avoid using the office postage meter.
Use simple judgment when sending out your cards. Would you be overwhelmed by the appearance if the card was sent to you? First-class business Christmas cards proficiently imprinted with a bit of personal hand writing are good networking tools which are sure to produce business loyalty and make an impression from your clients and business associates.
