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Now it’s nine p.m. Friday night.  You’re in a dance studio.  Your heart is racing.  You’re sweating.  The music is bumping as you teach your weekly hip-hop dance aerobics class.  This time, your business card should convey that you are fit, fun, and full of energy.

Whether you’re in the office or in the dance studio, it’s quick and simple to create quality marketing materials, like business cards, for all of your ventures.  Showcase your professionalism, creativity, reliability, great fashion sense, dance ability, or whatever you want!

Not a graphic designer? No problem! Vistaprint has thousands of online designs. Simply add your information to customize.

-          Do not hand out your business card to everyone you see. It’s true that you want as many people as possible to become familiar with your business, but that’s what advertising is for. You shouldn’t slip business cards into people’s hands or interrupt them while their speaking with someone else. Common courtesy applies.

Just because you handed out one hundred business cards at a tradeshow doesn’t mean you actually made meaningful connections.  Be selective about the people you choose to share your information with.

-          When someone asks for your card, ask for one of theirs in return. If nothing else, this will allow you to contact them at a later date, to follow up, and to capitalize on your meeting.

-          When receiving someone’s business card, treat it with respect.  Do not stuff it immediately into your pocket or purse.  Actually look at. Commit the person’s name to memory, and make sure you have the correct pronunciation. Now is the time to ask these questions, not later.

-          Before you hand over your business card, write a quick note on the back, regarding what you talked to this person about or why they need your information.  This will trigger their memory later on and keep you top-of-mind.

-          Never include a business card in emotional or personal correspondence. Whether it’s condolences or congratulations, it’s not about you.

 Follow these simple rules to make the most of your business card and all of your interactions.

You don’t need decades of work experience under your belt in order to convey professionalism.  A well-designed business card on quality stock is an important networking tool for anyone, especially those who are searching for jobs.  Design a simple, uncluttered card for your graduate.  Include their important contact information, their web site, areas of interest, or the degree they received.   Consider using the back of the card as well.  Add a calendar or have your graduate list their most marketable skills or distinguishing attributes.  

Your recent-grad will go forth with confidence as they network and interview.

For a thoughtful graduation gift, try pairing custom business cards with a personalised engraved pen!

Why wouldn’t mothers? Their jobs are even more important!

Mummy cards can be handed out when setting up play dates, left with teachers or care-givers, tucked into a child’s backpack, or put inside greeting cards or party invitations.

These hip cards are quick and easy for busy parent to design.  Browse through design galleries and choose the one that is right for you.  Personalise with different fonts and colours and even add a photo of your child. Create a card that reflects the personality of the special mother in your life.  You can even customize the back of your mummy card.

These cards are a fun and practical gift for Mother’s Day or any day!

Still, many small business owners shy away from “green” initiatives, thinking that these efforts are too costly.  This, however, is not the case.  Vistaprint is proud to offer 100% recycled business cards and postcards at low prices.  Our recycled products are made completely from post-consumer waste, which is paper that has served its intended purpose and has been recycled into new paper.

Out top-quality recycled paper is the same weight as our premium paper card stock.

Creating custom business cards or postcards on recycled paper is quick and easy.  Simply upload your logo or search through online designs.   Use the back of your card to include important information, or to let your customers know that your card is printed on 100% recycled materials.

Also – try designing tote bags with your logo as promotional products for your best customers.  They’re a fun and earth-friendly gift.