How many business cards should a freelancer or small business owner order?

The right quantity depends on how often you hand cards out and how stable your information is. Order enough to cover your networking without printing so many that details change before you use them.

• Count upcoming events: stock up before conferences and market seasons.
• Check information stability: order fewer if your number, title, or address may change soon.
• Reserve specialty for targets: premium or plastic cards work best in smaller, high-value quantities.