Yes, I believe a business card can become a novelty. It is important that the owner of the card is able to back up a beautiful or interactive business card with actual talent. If they are not, the person runs the risk of being a gimmick.

Gimmicks can be effective for a time, but only for a very limited one. However, even a novelty card belonging to a gimmicky person can serve as an ice breaker.

I would argue that if the card can at least do that, it is probably a good one. Also, if a person has the talent they say they do, no card, no matter how ridiculous, can overshadow that.

If a gimmick gets them to remember your face, that’s a good start.

I thank you for your comment, Patricia, and the question. Dialogue is a primary way that knowledge is progressed. It always has been.

Please leave more and have an excellent day.

Sincerely,
Jeff P Jilek

This entry is great! I love the idea of having an interactive business card. Do you think there is a point at which the business card becomes more of a novelty and overpowers the actual skills of the cardholder in the eyes of the potential client?