A cheap, flimsy business card says, “cheap, flimsy company,” so avoid “do-it-yourself” cards that are designed to be run through a laser printer. Use the thickest, nicest paper you can afford and have your
Don’t waste a perfectly good networking event by spending all your time with people you already know. It’s okay to spend a few minutes socializing with your friends, but devote most of your time to meeting NEW people. That’s what you’re there for.