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"Connecting" Quiz

What Kind of “Connector” are You?
Take this quiz, and find out...

1. On average, how many greeting cards do you give (mailed or hand-delivered) a year?

a. 16 or more
b. 11-15
c. 7-10
d. 4-6
e. Less than 4

2. How many different people do you typically give cards to in a year?

a. 16 or more
b. 9-15
c. 4-8
d. 1-3

3. When you give a card, what most closely describes what you write on the inside?

a. I include a letter
b. I add a short note
c. I add a sentence at most
d. I only sign my name

4. What is the most important factor you consider in selecting a greeting card?

a. A card that conveys what I want to say
b. A card that is blank on the inside – I prefer to write my own personal note
c. A card that reflects the personality or interests of the person who will be receiving the card
d. A card that reflects my own personality or interests
e. A card I think looks nice
f. Anything that fits the occasion – I’m not picky

5. Are you generous with your greeting cards or do you save them for a few special people?

a. I am a generous giver – I will give just about anyone a greeting card no matter what the occasion is
b. I’m somewhat generous in my card giving – it depends on how close I am to the person and what the occasion is
c. I only give cards to my friends and family on various occasions
d. I only give cards to family members on special occasions like birthdays and major holidays

6. Do you prefer to give someone several cards over the course of the year, or to limit your card giving to a few “perfect cards”?

a. Several cards throughout the year is more fun
b. I like to find that one perfect card
c. I think giving them a card on major holidays and birthdays is enough
d. I have no preference

7. Why do you give a greeting card to a family member, love interest or close friend?

a. Make someone feel special and/or supported
b. Strengthen an important relationship
c. Feel better about myself for giving it
d. I can check off one more thing on my “to do” list

8. What moves you to give a greeting card to someone outside your circle of close friends and family?

a. I want to strengthen a new connection
b. I want to show my support
c. I want to brighten their day with an unexpected card
d. I want to thank them for something nice they have done
e. When they give me a card I feel like I should reciprocate
f. I only give cards to close friends and family

9. Which of the following sentences best describes your philosophy on connecting with cards?

a. Card-giving brings a smile to peoples’ faces and makes me feel good knowing I am brightening their day
b. I like to give cards to people to provide support in times of need
c. I like to give cards during the holidays to let people in my life know I am thinking about them
d. Giving a card is something I feel I have to do at certain times during the year
e. I don’t really believe giving a card helps me strengthen my relationships

What Type of “Connector” Are You?