Why do we need tags and other identification cards?The answer is simple. We don't have the luxury of time to introduce ourselves to the inquiring people. What we need is identification that will, at the sight of an inquirer, will tell you who a person is. You know, the usual "Ah. So he is a visitor of this building" revealed because of the badge pinned to his/her chest.
This was created in good faith. I have no qualms about that. After all, it may also be for security purposes, like how we distinguish a genuine policeman from a poser through the authenticity of his/her badge.
The only thing that bothers me about this is that it quite unnatural. Save for situations wherein instant identification is desperately needed, wouldn't it be nice and exciting if we find some co-worker (or schoolmate) whom we like and personally ask for his/her name? After all, that's where everything starts. That's where business contacts start. That's where lifelong friendships start. That's where romantic love starts--from a mere asking of name. While it is true that it may start from the badge, it isn't as fun as when it started from asking one's name--or I'm probably just being sentimental and romantic. LOL.
Again, I have no qualms against badges. They are just fine. Perfect for those times when we are in urgent need for help from an authority in a crowded room.
As for socialization and other functions, however, I prefer to go traditional. Not that I am a social animal, though.
Whatever the case, I wish you a happy contacts-building. Here are some badges and badge holders for you, courtesy of Office 1000.
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