Thursday, September 24, 2009

The Benefits of Having Business Cards


For years business cards have been an effective way to get new business and retain current customers. It's never been cheaper to print business cards, so now almost everyone has them. If you think that you shouldn't be like everyone else who's jumped on the bandwagon, you may be negatively affecting your business. You should understand the benefits of a business card before you make the decision of whether you need them or not.

Business cards are a great networking tool. Whenever you are at a business event, or even just meeting people around town, business cards will work great to network your business. Unlike brochures, which are hard to carry around, business cards are small. They pack all the information you need to convey into a neat package that is easy for the recipient to store.

When dealing with an existing client or one you've just obtained, business cards will simplify the process of repeat business. For you client, if they liked your service, they want to be able to easily access your contact information. People want to feel assured that they know they'll be taken care of when they need your service. Likewise, you will be able to ensure that you get the repeat business and a competitor doesn't.

As a marketing tool business cards work great. They have all your company information, your logo, and your catchphrase, all in a small accessible location. Compared to direct mail advertising, business cards are extremely cost effective. Most people store business cards in one spot so they know where to find a service when they need it. Other forms of direct marketing tools may end up straight in the trash.

Clearly business cards can benefit your business. The fact that business card printing is cheaper than ever is just more of a reason to get your business some. Even if you already have, you may want to consider updating to newer more effective card. Now that you understand how they can benefit you, having the best card possible is a worthwhile investment.

Wednesday, September 23, 2009

Tips For Printing Stickers


When deciding new ways to effectively advertise and brand your company, print stickers are a great solution. They are a concise, visual, semi-permanent way of getting your brand image and information out there. Try to educate yourself on the varieties and their purposes when you decide to use stickers for your business.

Stickers come in many different materials. Two main ones used are vinyl and paper. Vinyl is more heavy duty and can be used indoor and outdoor. Paper is less durable and for indoor use only. Look into the options, their pros and cons, and determine which you should use depending on your needs.

Design is extremely important for successful stickers. You want a design color and shape that best portrays your company. You should be able to choose from prefab templates, or create your own one. Your printer should be able to assist you with anything to do with your design needs. You want to make sure that your sticker is flashy, but not cluttered, and portrays your main business information, such as logo, catchphrase, and contact.

Buying in bulk can be a great way to save time and money. Most people who order stickers need a lot of them, so rather than running out and having to reprint, you should buy in bulk. The printer will be able to offer you the job for a lot less than a small print job. Also, you will eliminate any wait time needed when printing a new batch.

These small tips will help you start understanding what goes into a successful sticker. There are other aspects that need attention, but these are the main ones to get you started. A sticker printer will be able to assist you with any further decisions you need to make.

Tuesday, September 15, 2009

Business Letterheads - A Great Marketing Tool


A Business letterhead is one of the least expensive ways you can market your company. You will easily be able to give your letter reader a better reason to give you the time of day. Building a strong brand identity is important to all business owners, which is why so many use professionally printed letterheads.

By default, the letterhead will raise your level of professionalism. The reader will remember where the letter came from, and will be impressed. Professionalism has a lot to do with implementing standardized methods. If you have a standardized stationary that you use for your business, naturally you level of professionalism increases.

The letterhead will also help brand your company. You can choose from numerous standard design templates or you can choose to custom design. Either way, your logo and company information will be displayed in a congruent manner that will help you give your brand the image it needs.

Companies can spend hundreds of thousands marketing to clients. Ads in magazines, storefront signs, and numerous other methods all cost money and have one intention: to get your brand image and message out there. If your company values that, then using a letterhead will be a way you can easily and cost effectively market to your clients. Any piece of mail they receive from you will display your company logo and information.

The confidence that you have in your company, and the confidence that your clients have in you, will naturally grow. Everyone will recognize your level of professionalism and respect you for it. Mainly, your brand will get the extra exposure it needs to retain and increase it's client base. This is why many companies print business letterheads and you should too.

The Many Uses of Postcards


In the age of modern technology, it's amazing that postcards are still an effective way to get the point across. Emails and E-invites are extremely easy to send out, yet the likelihood of them ending up in the trash box is extremely high. Sending a custom postcard is a more personalized method to use, and the recipient will appreciate your personal touch and extra effort.

A business can successfully use postcards to promote themselves. postcards, with their brief copy and attractive imagery, are far more effective than sales letters. Although you may pay slightly more for the postcards, your recipient will have a higher chance of acknowledging you. These days, color postcards are so affordable that you will see the return on investment is well worth it.

If you are in need of a party invitation, don't bother with run of the mill stationary that can cost lots of money, and get put in the bottom the drawer. A personalized postcard will allow you to set the tone for the party, and give the guests something to look forward to.

In fact, even announcing any upcoming event is easier with a postcard. You will have your custom design and image on the postcard accompanied by the details of the event. There is no other simple, effective, or affordable way to get your point across.

Thank yous are great as postcards. The person realizes that you put an effort to personalize the thank you, and it makes them look fondly on the memories. You can use the vibrant imagery to remind them how much fun the event or party was, so they'll come to your next one.

Postcards can be used in a number of ways, but the effect is the same. By using something that you personally helped create, you will automatically help endear the recipient to it. The likelihood of seeing a letter on a fridge is slim to none, but using a postcard with beautiful imagery will increase your chances of being read and put on display. Utilizing commercial offset printing has helped printing postcards be more affordable than ever, so there's nothing to stop you.