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My husband and I have been debating over the issue of someone of the opposite sex giving you their business card. Doesn't it mean that they're interested in being more than friends or just friends? that's my take on it...he thinks it's all innocent...
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It's typically My way to take a "there is nothing to worry about until there is something to worry about" approach to things.
Having someone give you their card obviously means they do wish further contact with you, now whether it means something deeper depends on the contact relationship between the two.
It may just be that they like to meet new people, perhaps like making new friends, and they wish to do so with you. It does not always mean that more deceptive reasons are at the root.
Now if the card was hidden, or it kept a secret....then you have cause to worry, and question. If it is presented to you, and your partner tells you about it in detail, then at least you know he is being up front, and it leaves room for further discussion.
I personally would have no issue if My wife received a card from someone of the opposite sex. I trust her implicitly. Also, if I found someone of the opposite sex fascinating and interesting, I would not hesitate to do the same...and of course, I would tell My wife of what I did. No reason why I would not.
The bottom line, I do not think there is a right or wrong answer. It depends on the nature of your relationship and personal preferences.
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Yeah it totally depends on the situation. If it is given in front of the significant other it is either a really bold move or innocent and they want your business. If it is given when the other is away or not present then it may have a totally different meaning. Its all in the context.
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I don't know if the situation has changed much but back in the late 80's and well into the nineties the exchange of business cards was as routine and innocuous as a hand-shake in Japan. I watched the custom spread across the Pacific, at the time, and noticed that it was becoming commonplace in certain groups - especially among college professors. All part of what was called "networking" I suppose.
I have to guess that it is situational: if the card is proffered very casually, it is most likely part of a routine practice. If a big deal is made of it, well, there may be more to it...or that person is nearly out of cards...or just plain cheap.
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