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Business Cards: Do'S And Don'Ts

Author: Kevin Kidder

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Tags: business card , card design , tips , tutorials , image , business , logos , marketing

Business Cards:

~Usually your first impression to a potential client.

When considering business cards, keep in mind that it will be a snap-shot of your company as a whole.

Many people will consider purchasing an inexpensive, business card super-saver pack, just so they have something to hand out to potential clients.

This may work fine for some businesses, but for most it is a bad idea.

First off, these companies are going to use stock fonts (type), images, and paper that best suits their budget (and pocket book). Most likely what you will end up with is a nice looking card......just like everyone else has.

The problem: Not only will your business card get lost in the pile of other collected cards, but even more importantly, that you chose not to make much of an effort.

Believe it or not, this little detail will also be reflected on the work ethic and image of your business.

If you cut costs on your cards, are you also cutting corners on the service or product that you are selling?

This is a VERY important consideration in all things that represent your business, not just business cards!

Thoughts:

Glossy, full print cards.

Everybody has them. Do you want your business to stand out, or blend in?

Card Stock:

Spend a little extra money on a decent card stock.

Not only does it show quality in and of itself, but it also produces a more crisp, clean print. A lasting quality that also reflects on the quality of your product or service.

Layout and Graphics:

Keep the layout and graphics simple and clean!

As much as you may want to list every possible item and service that you provide, keep the message simple and clean. If you use graphics or images, limit them to either just your logo, or make it the only object on one side of the card.

Printing over graphics creates too much "noise". Your message will be completely lost.

Conclusion:

Think of your business card as a mini billboard.

You have but a glance to get across your message: Who you are, What you provide.

You can provide the support script (where, what, when) on the back of the card, in simple, easy to read text.

Till next time.......

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