The article reflects on the significance of physical business cards as symbols of identity and connection, expressing the relational depth in their exchange. The author notes how this ritual, common across cultures, has gradually faded, particularly in hybrid and remote working environments. While digital alternatives exist, they lack the personal touch that paper cards provide. The author discusses various cultural practices associated with card exchanges, emphasizing the respect and care embodied in these actions. The decline of such rituals is seen as a loss of connection in an increasingly digital world.
Each card felt like a future conversation waiting to happen. The act itself, the handoff, the glance, was more than transactional. It was relational.
I learned that in Japan and Thailand, it’s customary to hand out the card with both hands. These practices reflect the value people place on presence and care.
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