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The traditional printed business card
LeadShake vs the paper business card
A paper card is printed once and forgotten in a drawer. LeadShake is always up to date, and it captures the contact instead of hoping they type it in later.
| Criterion | LeadShake | paper cards |
|---|---|---|
| Captures the contact’s details | Yes : into your dashboard instantly | No : you hope they follow up |
| Stays up to date | Edit anytime, the link never changes | Reprint on every change |
| Automatic follow-up | Sends a follow-up email for you | Manual, if you remember |
| Cost over time | Free plan, no reprints | Recurring print runs |
| Environmental impact | Digital, one optional card | Stacks of discarded cards |
| Works without any app | Tap or QR opens a web page | Nothing to install |
Our take
Keep a few paper cards for the handshake if you like : but back them with LeadShake so the contact actually lands in your dashboard, stays current, and gets a follow-up. The free plan costs nothing to try.
Where paper cards is stronger
- A paper card needs no phone, no battery and no signal to hand over.
- It is a physical object people can keep and annotate.
- Printing is a one-time cost with no account to manage.
Frequently asked questions
- Do I have to stop using paper cards?
- No. Many people use both. LeadShake adds lead capture and automatic follow-up that paper alone can’t do.
- Does my contact need an app?
- No. A tap or a QR code opens a web page : just like reading a paper card, but it captures their details.
Start free, pay per event
One card, unlimited lead capture, no subscription. Buy an Event Pass only when you need one.
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