LinkedIn is useful when you want to meet people in your field and stay in touch with them. The problem usually comes after the first meeting. You may exchange names, promise to connect on LinkedIn, and then forget to do it later.
This is where an NFC tag can come in handy. Instead of asking someone to search for your name, you can let them open your digital profile with a quick tap. Your LinkedIn profile can be there along with your other contact details.
It is a small change, but it can make those first few minutes of networking much smoother.
What Is an NFC Tag for LinkedIn?
An NFC tag is a small chip that can open information when a compatible phone is brought close to it. When the tag is linked to a digital business card, it can take the other person to your online profile.
With a TAPiTAG card, for example, your digital profile can hold your LinkedIn link as well as other details you want people to see. You can share your contact information, website, social links, or other useful pages from the same profile.
So, instead of saying, “Just search for me on LinkedIn,” you can simply ask the person to tap your card.
If you are still getting familiar with NFC cards, our guide on What is an NFC Business Card & How Does It Work? covers the basics.
Add LinkedIn to Your TAPiTAG Profile
Once you have your TAPiTAG card, make sure your LinkedIn profile is added to your digital profile. Before you start using the card, take a minute to check everything. Is your LinkedIn link correct? Does your name match the one people know you by? Is your current job or business listed properly?
These things sound small, but they matter when someone is looking at your profile for the first time. You can also add other links that may be useful to your contacts. For example, you could include your website, portfolio, booking page, or contact details.
If you need help setting everything up, see How to Set Up Your TAPiTAG Profile in 5 Minutes.
Use Your NFC Tag at Networking Events
Events are probably one of the easiest places to use an NFC business card. You meet someone, talk about your work, and then decide that it would be good to stay connected.
That is a good time to use your card.
You can simply say, “Here, you can tap this and find me on LinkedIn.” The person can then open your profile on their phone and connect when they are ready.
You do not need to bring the card into every conversation straight away. Have the conversation first. If there is a genuine reason to stay in touch, sharing your card feels much more natural.
For more tips on using your card around other people, check out Networking Etiquette: Using Your NFC Card at Events.
Make Your LinkedIn Profile Worth Visiting
Getting someone to your LinkedIn page is only half the job. What they see there matters too.
Take a look at your profile from the point of view of someone who has just met you. Is it clear what you do? Does your headline explain your role? Is your profile photo current? Are your work details up to date?
You do not need to make your profile complicated. Keep the important information easy to find. If you work with clients, make it clear what you offer. If you are looking for professional connections, let people know what kind of work or opportunities interest you.
Keep Your Information Updated
Your professional details will not stay the same forever. You might change jobs, move to another company, get a new phone number, or update your LinkedIn page.
With a digital profile, you can change the information people see without having to print a new business card.
That is useful if you go to events often. You can keep the same TAPiTAG card and simply update the online information when something changes.
Track Your Networking Activity
It can also be useful to know whether people are actually tapping your card. Depending on your TAPiTAG setup and available features, tap activity can give you an idea of how often your profile is being accessed.
For someone who attends several events, this information can be interesting. You may notice more activity after a conference, meeting, or busy networking day.
If you want to learn more about this side of NFC networking, read Tap Stats Explained: Tracking ROI on Your Card.
Build More Connections with One Simple Tap
Growing your LinkedIn network does not always need a complicated approach. Sometimes, making the first step easier is enough. An NFC business card gives people a quick way to reach your digital profile. From there, they can find your LinkedIn account and any other information you have chosen to share.
TAPiTAG lets you bring these details together in one place and share them through a tap or scan.
Of course, the card cannot do the networking for you. A good conversation still comes first. But once you have made that connection, an NFC card gives you an easy way to stay in touch.
FAQs
Can an NFC tag open my LinkedIn profile?
Yes. You can add your LinkedIn profile link to your digital profile. Someone tapping your NFC card can then open the profile and find your LinkedIn account.
Do people need a special app to tap an NFC card?
A compatible smartphone can usually read an NFC tag without a separate app. The exact experience can vary between phones and their settings.
Can I share more than LinkedIn with an NFC business card?
Yes. Your digital profile can contain other details and links too. You can use it to share your contact information, website, social profiles, or other pages that are useful to your network.
Can I update my LinkedIn link later?
Yes. You can update the information on your digital profile when your details change. You do not need to order another physical card just to update an online link.
Is an NFC business card better than a paper business card for networking?
It depends on how you network. An NFC card is useful if you want to share online information such as LinkedIn, social profiles, websites, and contact details from one place. It also means you can update those details later without printing a new card.
