Recent business school graduates and those new to the professional world may wonder why traditional business cards are still an essential part of their personal and business branding. The online networking world has come along leaps and bounds in the last few years but it does not and can never entirely replace the face to face meeting and the truly personal touch. Remembering what the classic business card does for a company and its owner is important for ..read more
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Ordering business may seem a simple matter but without adhering to some basic parameters and rules your professional business card will hinder rather than help your company and branding. Keeping in mind some basics will help you order the right custom printed cards for your business image.
Never order too many business cards. Depending on the size of your business a reasonable amount of cards is anywhere between 500 and 2000 cards a year. ..read more
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Creating good business cards is about making good decisions during the designing and printing stages. Whether ordering 250 free cards or 2,000 top quality cards there are a few things you can do to ensure a good result.
Order enough business cards to last you six months and no more. It doesn’t matter the quantity or price break there is no point buying business cards far into the future in precarious economic times. Names, numbers ..read more
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It isn’t just people that need a business card these days. In fact, a business card is a viable alternative to brochures and guides that nobody ever reads. When you visit a library or a museum, it normal to take a brochure, flier or news;letter as you go out the door as a memento of your visit or to read later to look up contact information. Business cards for museums and other public service institutions are a great ..read more
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As custom printing services continue to expand new choices for the design and finishing of business cards increase all the time. There are a number of new options for the savvy business owner to consider when designing their cards. Adding a little flare to your business card should always be industry appropriate.
Fold over business cards are a great way to keep your details in front of your customers. They can be propped up on ..read more
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Business card placement is as integral to your business as your choice of custom printers. Where and how you distribute your business card can affect your corporate presence significantly. If no one knows you exist they can’t purchase your services. Placing business cards around your community adds corporate presence and offers the opportunity for a little social network. Here are some ideas on business card placement.
Libraries, hospitals, hotels, train stations and bus stops are ..read more
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Custom printed business cards are easy to buy these days but its the little details that really make your company message stand out. A lot of time is spent on the color, the image, the design and the text of a business card but what about the feel of the card? Business card texture and weight can help convey your overall company message and help you leave a lasting impression.
The weight and cut of ..read more
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College students there days are often busier and in more need of contact information than many professional business folk. The student business card is an ideal way to network on and off campus, look professional at job interviews and make exchanging online information much quicker.
Primarily, the student’s business card should include contact information such as cell number, e-mail address and mailing address. Including your twitter name, your Facebook homepage address and any other online ..read more
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Loyalty cards allow businesses to reward repeat customers as well as promote their new products or prices. The loyalty card is like a business card in that it holds essential contact information but like an advertising campaign in miniature.
There are two ways to go when it comes to business loyalty cards: one sided or two sided. The one sided card usually has enough space for the loyalty program (main introduction or headline and a place for ..read more
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In this wireless world it can be difficult to decide how best to advertise your virtual life. How much and what type of Internet related information should you include on your business card? What virtual details you use on your business card is a matter of your profession, your online presence and your desire to be in constant communication.
Basic information such as corporate websites and e-mail address are a must on modern ..read more
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