There’s nothing like working for yourself, doing what you love. The drawback? There’s no fallback. It’s all you, baby. You can’t spend all your time at your desk or in the studio – at some point you have to get out in the world and make some money. Here are a few tips to help [...]
Just because business cards are everywhere doesn’t mean they should be everywhere. Here are seven things NOT to do with your business cards: Don’t be a social gaffer When offered a card, don’t immediately shove it in your pocket or wallet without looking at it. Take a moment to look it over and make a [...]
Can a humble business card become the gift that keeps on giving? Sure it can – with a little creativity. QR Codes QR (Quick Response) codes are “UPC – The Next Generation.” These little blocks of seemingly unintelligible code are irresistible to smart phone users. A quick scan can take customers to your website for [...]
You have your brand new business cards fresh from the printer—now what? Here are a few tips to make sure your business cards become your best self-marketing tool. Keep them everywhere. A business card that’s not within reach won’t help much. Tuck them everywhere you are and in everything you use: glove compartment, brief case, [...]
You’ve put a lot of thought into your business card design. Before you start handing them out at your next meeting, networking event, or important interview, make sure your card fits its job description. Place your card on the table in front of you and close your eyes for thirty seconds. When you open [...]
To give your business cards and business stationary a stand-out, polished look, consider laser-safe thermography. Be careful when ordering, though – not all thermography is created equal. Thermography Thermography is a printing process that produces raised letters and images on your cards and letterheads. In a nutshell, a fine, resinous powder is added to the [...]
Rituals surrounding the exchange of business cards can provide the perfect opportunity to impress your international business associates—or it might be the cultural faux pas that costs you a potential client. Make sure your business card etiquette reflects your meticulous preparation. Korean Business Card Etiquette Never toss a pile of your cards onto the table, [...]
Technology advances at the speed of the latest microchip. Everything’s smaller, lighter, and more portable. Some business practices never go out of style, though—a firm handshake, good customer service, and the good old-fashioned business card. There are a few ways to make your business cards a vital link to your online social and business networking [...]
Creating beautiful, classic business cards has never been faster or easier than it is now. Our do-it-yourself options let you make all the decisions to suit your individual preferences. No need to settle for a generic business card when you have the ability to choose from a wide array of designs, including your own artwork. [...]
A business card will bring you success if you can ensure that it is seen often. However, cards are all too often stashed in a drawer or hidden in a wallet. For the highest chance of visibility, consider our magnetic business cards that adhere readily to any metal surface. Attached to a refrigerator, they will [...]
