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Annette Finelli — Fri, 21 May 2010 16:15:08 +0000

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Your Business Card

Annette Finelli — Fri, 02 Apr 2010 23:20:05 +0000

A certain Youtube video about business cards has been getting a lot of attention recently. Maybe this is down to the comedy value of seeing a man who appears to be so in love with his business card, that he might just kick out his wife and set up home with it.

Click here to see the video

His name is Joel Bauer, a self-proclaimed ‘infotainer’. And sure, the video is ‘infotaining’, but the emphasis is really on the ‘taining’ because the ‘info’ is a bit thin on the ground.

The video does raise some interesting points however – namely that a good business card will provide good publicity, whilst a bad business card will provide bad publicity.

Well, that might seem obvious. But why is it that we regularly see poorly designed cards representing companies? Often home-made cards are handed out by start-ups and small companies. Why is this?

Remember, a business card provides someone with an image of your company from which they will build an impression – and it’s often the first impression they will have of you. A badly designed and produced card serves only to provide a bad first impression!

But should everyone have a business card like Mr. Bauer – foil stamped, embossed and die-cut to the shape of their face? Of course not. But there are some vital points that you should follow when putting together your business card.

Don’t try this at home

The reason people make their own cards using domestic equipment is obvious: to save money. All you need is a computer, printer, the right kind of software and the right kind of paper. Maybe even a laminator. Most people will have these to hand – especially those in business. And saving money might seem like a good idea – but remember that when you’re distributing your cards, you’re creating an image for yourself. And it’s this image that you’re hoping will drive people to use your products or services. A home-made business card will not portray a high-quality image.

Think of it as a mini-flyer

Would you send out a black and white brochure with no images, plain text and lots of white space? Of course not – but why do so many business cards exist to only portray the bare essentials – contact details – in a basic manner?

Think of a business card like a mini flyer. Keep it simple, but keep it interesting. Use colour, images or designs, an interesting & relevant slogan and your logo. Of course, the contact details should be there too. Your business card needs to capture the holder’s imagination, inspire them to get in touch with you and provide the necessary information for them to do so. Don’t make it too wordy though – it’s not a book. Give them enough information to be interested, and no more.

Keep it functional

A business card is not there just to make you look good. It’s not a vanity aid. It should also be functional. “My Company” along with “John Doe” and “CEO” means nothing to anyone. The card needs to say what your company does, and why the holder should contact you instead of your competitors.

Avoid ‘free’ business card web sites and mall booths

It might seem like a good idea, but they often offer a limited choice of basic pre-set designs and small quantities. If you want larger quantities you’ll have to pay, and your card will look exactly the same as countless others, thus cheapening your image!

Call the professionals

All the above information is moot, because the best method of obtaining high quality, functional business cards that deliver results is to contact the professionals.

While it might seem like you’re saving money printing your own, or using an instant ‘business card booth’ at a shopping centre, it might surprise you to learn that using a professional design company and printing firm could actually save you money.

This is because quantity is as important as quality. Distribute your professional quality cards en masse in order to get the word out. Utilising a printing firm for a bulk order of cards may actually cost a lot less than printing them yourself.

Three To One offer a full business card design and print service. Your design will be unique, and have the necessary impact on prospective customers that a could business card should. We offer a range of sizes and print-finishing options. Enquire to find out more at www.ThreeToOne.co.uk

CardMate Business Card Cutter

Annette Finelli — Sat, 27 Mar 2010 10:40:16 +0000

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Cool Clear Plastic Business Card

Annette Finelli — Thu, 18 Mar 2010 11:02:30 +0000

Plastic Printers.com is very proud to introduce to you a top of the line plastic card that is revolutionizing the plastic card industry. Variable thicknesses are available as well as custom features such as embossing, signature stripe, bar code panel, encoding options, and more. Check out our website to get the low down on all the features we have. All of our projects are 100% custom.

Business Card Fail

Annette Finelli — Tue, 16 Mar 2010 01:20:25 +0000

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Photoshop Cs3 / Cs4: How to make a Professional business card

Annette Finelli — Wed, 03 Mar 2010 01:41:50 +0000

Creative ice designs Comment rate and subscribe In this video i show you how to make a professional simple business card using photoshop cs3 however it is the same on cs2 and cs4.

From Playing Card to Business Card

Annette Finelli — Sun, 21 Feb 2010 15:42:41 +0000

Without the development of the printing press in 1445 the
Renaissance may never have happened, and Johann Gutenberg the
inventor certainly did not know he was sowing the seeds of the
business card entrepreneur’s bonanza we have today. What
civilisation gained from Gutenberg’s invention is incalculable.
Visting Cards
Visiting cards (also known as calling cards) first appeared in
China in the 15th century, and the earliest European form of
visiting cards appeared in France in the 17th century during the
reign of Louis XIV – “Le Roi Soleil”. They were normal playing
cards on which visitors wrote their signatures, promissory notes
and other messages. The cards were just a little smaller than
the size of a man’s hand. As time went by, these visiting cards
further developed into greeting and other cards.
The business card evolved from the Visiting card over time, but
through it’s evolution it’s purpose remains the same.
Trade Cards
Trade cards, another early form of the Business card, existed in
England around the same time. Trade cards were used as a form of
advertising and sometimes contained a map directing potential
customers to merchant stores, as there was no form of street
numbering system at the time.
Other printing materials, such as newspapers, has not yet caught
on as a vehicle for business marketing, so the earliest Trade
cards were printed and issued using a letterpress method.
However, copperplate engraving became the most popular method of
producing the cards by the 18th century, and up to the 19th
century, Trade cards were printed using a single colour
(monotone). But as businesses thrived throughout the Industrial
Revolution, so did the production and distribution of Trade
cards.
Lithography
Around 1830, lithography using several colours became an
established method in Europe and was the primary method for
printing cards. As printing techniques became increasingly
advanced, Trade cards became more elaborate, with pictures and
full colour designs. Since colour images were not widely
available, these cards became collector’s items, and as the
hobby elevated, many tobacco companies put the sporting
celebrities on one side and photos with text about their
products on the reverse. This was the start of the modern day
trading cards. Meanwhile, Visiting Cards arrived in Europe
around the middle of the 1800’s.
Calling Cards arrived
Visiting Cards, or “Calling Cards” as they became known, were
essential to the 19th century middle classes. The initial
letters on personal Visiting “Calling Cards” denote French words:
p. f. – congratulations (pour feliciter) p. r. – expressing
one’s thanks (pour remercier) – even if one is presented with
flowers
p. c. – mourning expression (pour condolence) p. f. N. A – Happy
New Year (pour feliciter Nouvel An) p. p. c. – meaning to take
leave (pour prendre conge) p. p. – if you want to be introduced
to anybody, send your visiting card (pour presenter)
Soon, the Business card evolved from a fusion of traditional
trade cards and visiting cards. A distinction between “business”
and “visiting” cards quickly developed with the ornate Visiting
card serving social obligations only, whilst Business cards on
the other hand, were used solely for promoting business. It was
considered to be in very poor taste to use a Business card when
making a social call.
These days, the modern business card is used primarily for the
purpose of promoting a business, but it also serves as a calling
card.
First Salesman’s Business card
Whilst Visiting Cards were at first the domain of the upper
classes, and trade cards were made to advertise and promote
particular firms, the salesman who did the footwork calling on
prospective clients needed a means to exchange information in a
simple, concise manner. To fill this void the Business card was
introduced with address or telephone contact information in
fancy printing and graphics.
Today, the salesman’s Business card takes on many forms,
including custom die cut shapes and sizes, with glossy coatings
and top quality photo graphics.
Business Card Printers Turn to Plastic
Known for their durability, plastic business cards were
manufactured using a variety of plastic substrates, including
but not limited to: Polystyrene, Polyvinyl chloride (PVC),
Polyethylene, Polypropylene, Polycarbonate, Polyester and
synthetic Papers.
20th century advances in printing technologies and synthetic
materials made it possible to print liquid inks onto plastics.
In addition to the wide range of commercial applications of this
technology.
Today in the 21st century the more adventurous entrepreneur
Business card printer has developed an array of sophisticated
products. These include Silk art board, single and double sided
Business cards, quality labels, complimentary slips, letterheads
for all industries in superior quality papers, and laminated
single and double sided Postcards for all occasions. All of
which can be designed on line and uploaded to your personal
computer. A boon to the busy firm requiring special needs.
For the rest of the world, the exchange of business cards has
become common even for social introductions. Even today, some
people still carry “personal” Business cards which contain only
personal contact information and have no relation to their
employer or business.

Free iFace iPhone App Maker iPhone Icons & App Virtual Business Card GM

Annette Finelli — Sun, 14 Feb 2010 13:10:40 +0000

iFace.us – iFace has everything you’ll to know about me. My Website, my phone number that you can call from iface my email so you can email me my facebook, twitter, My Space, YouTube Videos. It is a virtual business card and an iPhone Icon maker. You can create your own picture icons on the iphone. http

5 Points in Scrutinizing a Color Business Card Printing Company

Annette Finelli — Fri, 05 Feb 2010 01:03:51 +0000

Color business card printing plays an integral part in promoting your business. A good business card means a good chance of getting a potential customer to actually give you a call and try out your product or service.

From Playing Card to Business Card

Annette Finelli — Wed, 30 Dec 2009 17:36:03 +0000