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		<title>Breakthrough In Display Stand,Shop Display for Promotional Activity</title>
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		<pubDate>Fri, 30 Jul 2010 04:34:37 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>gama</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[Get bored with the traditional ways to display the products?Want something novelty to attract teh eyeballs of the potential customers?A recent transformative revolution Propelled by HTL Gifts Group in how you disply your products by the introducing of the magnetic floating pop display products has been go on. Acrylic materials,logo/banner can be imprinted,the floating objects [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Get bored with the traditional ways to display the products?Want something novelty to attract teh eyeballs of the potential customers?A recent transformative revolution Propelled by HTL Gifts Group in how you disply your products by the introducing of the magnetic floating pop display products has been go on.</p>
<p>Acrylic materials,logo/banner can be imprinted,the floating objects can be auto revolving in two directions…</p>
<p>1,watch this floating and revolving shoes.</p>
<p>2,see this XO ,suspending and floating in the mid air makes it amazing.</p>
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<p>3,and this relatively big magnetic flaoting stand</p>
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<p>This magnetic floating POP (Point of Purchase) display featuring floating cans, bottles, globe and some other objects. The items work by the clever use of magnetic levitation which when connected to the normal power socket, allows items to be suspended in the air. Colourful lighting makes the product suitable for POP displays of a large range of product ideas. The facia of all units can be customised with the customer's branding/logo as well the actual items that float. Customers are not limited necessarily to cans or bottles. <br />The POP display products are suitable for any retail establishment. Following are some of the examples where POP display products can be utilised: Restaurants,Take-away shops,Petrol stations,Cafes ,Clothing shops,Tourist attractions.</p>
<p> For a new area,obviously this is still an area with great potention to tap as it has a wide applications,the floating objects can be many things,that really means a evolution in the display field,as it contrasts sharply with the traditional way of demonstration.</p>
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    About the Author:<br />
     <a rel="nofollow" target="_blank" href="http://www.htlgifts.com">http://www.htlgifts.com</a>     HTL Gifts Group is a Chinese supplier of Magnetic floating globes,magnetic floating pop display, display fixture and display stands.<br />
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		<title>Useful Advice on Business Card Design</title>
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		<pubDate>Thu, 29 Jul 2010 05:19:21 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>gama</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[A business card will still be with a potential client long after you have left him. It therefore a good idea to spend some time considering the impression you would like to leave behind, before getting your cards produced.  Business cards have been around for hundreds of years and most people use a fairly standard [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>A business card will still be with a potential client long after you have left him. It therefore a good idea to spend some time considering the impression you would like to leave behind, before getting your cards produced.  Business cards have been around for hundreds of years and most people use a fairly standard design. If you're in a conventional industry then it may pay to have a conventional business card, but most people will want to stand out from the crowd.</p>
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<p>Your business card is likely to end up in a business card holder with hundreds if not thousands of other cards. If you opt to go down the cheapest route and order your cards from one of the top online printers your card could quite easily end up in a card holder right next to someone else's with exactly the same logo and design. There may be many designs available on the web site but some will be far more popular than others.</p>
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<p>On the other end of the scale you have the landscape gardener who impregnates his card with seeds so once watered it can grow into a mini garden, very pleasing to the eye and certainly sets him apart from others, but there are not many business card holders that can accommodate a living card so it's likely to get separated from the rest and ultimately end up in the bin. It's not always a bad thing for a card to be separated from the pack, a card made as a fridge magnet is an ideal solution for a fridge repair man.</p>
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<p>If you're opting for a conventional type of business card, the first consideration would be the orientation, landscape is bar far the most common and the majority of business card stands are in landscape format. Important if you're considering distributing your cards in bulk or considering putting in a plastic business card holder in a newsagents window or supermarket etc. There is a school of thought that says by printing in portrait format the recipient has to take an action (turning the card) to read it and by taking this action he/she is more likely to remember the contents. No sure if everyone would bother to do this in Tesco's however.</p>
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<p>Next thing to consider is size, not all printers use the same standard size, most business card stand, card holders and business card dispensers will accommodate landscape cards up to 92mm wide and portrait cards up to 55mm wide, but not all. If your hoping the recipient will carry your card in their wallet rather than storing in a business card holder (for example a taxi firms card) then a smaller card no bigger than a credit card would be advisable.</p>
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<p>Now you have the size and orientation of your card time to think about what to put on it. A logo or cartoon catches the eye and as long as it relates to what you do, it's a good visual reference for the potential customer.</p>
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<p>Don't be too artistic with your choice of fonts, it may look good on your computer screen but once printed it may be difficult to ready and not everyone has 20/20 vision.</p>
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<p>In the west we typically read from left to right and from top to bottom so put the most important information in the top left hand corner or across the top. It's also good to remember that most business card dispensers, support cards from the bottom and so the bottom of your card can be hidden from view, even in clear plastic business card holders the bottom of your card will not be readable.</p>
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<p>Finally choose the right grade of cardboard for your business cards, don't just accept the printers standard board, it would be a shame after all the agonizing over the design to end up with something that looks cheap.</p>
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    About the Author:<br />
    John Rowbotham is the founder and managing director of stand-store.co.uk a leading importer and supplier of <a rel="nofollow" target="_blank" href="http://www.stand-store.co.uk/acatalog/Business_card_holder.html">business card holders</a> or <a rel="nofollow" target="_blank" href="http://www.stand-store.co.uk/acatalog/Business_card_holder.html">business card holder</a> in the UK.<br />
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No order too small and always happy to give advice.<br />
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		<title>Business Cards: 5 effective design myths busted</title>
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		<pubDate>Wed, 28 Jul 2010 07:06:38 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>gama</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[Nowadays more and more people are venturing out into new or home-businesses. One thing that is needed for any business to be successful is marketing. Unfortunately, most of the new entrepreneurs do not have any marketing education. Here are some common misconceptions. The bigger the better. The more information you show the more the customer [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Nowadays more and more people are venturing out into new or home-businesses. One thing that is needed for any business to be successful is marketing. Unfortunately, most of the new entrepreneurs do not have any marketing education.</p>
<p>Here are some common misconceptions.</p>
<p>The bigger the better.<br />
The more information you show the more the customer will learn.<br />
A telephone number is enough.<br />
Promoting all your services will land you more customers.<br />
The traditional matte print is for professionals.</p>
<p>Let's start with the first one, shall we?</p>
<p><strong>"The BIGGER the BETTER".</strong><br />As a graphic designer, many times I have a new client that wants me to make every word in the design bigger, as if we were designing a billboard. The truth is, when designing a business card, the person will not be looking at the information from afar. Instead, the person will have the business card in their hands, up-close. Keep a clean and concise design makes your impression more professional. The focus should be on the name of the company and niche. Everything else should be a moderate size to keep a sleek look and feel to the design. How many times have you received a business card that was so busy it made you not like it immediately, even before you read it? That is what you're trying to avoid.</p>
<p><strong>"The more information you show the more the customer will learn."</strong><br />Wrong! Keep your information simple and direct. Do not overload a business card as if it were a flyer or brochure. Many times I ask the client for the most popular services they provide. This list can be placed on the back of the business card in a vertical direction, opposed to the traditional one-sided horizontal design. At the very bottom you can always add "and much more," "as us what else we offer," or anything else that may suite your criteria. </p>
<p><strong>"A telephone number is enough."</strong><br />We live in the information age. The telephone for some people is so last year. They rather be people to look up information on a website or talk through someone via e-mail. Again, this is not everyone. This is why it's best to know your customer and how they would more than likely be contacting you. You might want to also try to include all avenues of communication, but remembering to keep the text at a moderate size. Many companies now are even placing their FaceBook address. Try as many contact streams as possible without overdoing it. You do not want to have more contact information that actual business information.</p>
<p><strong>"Promoting all your services will land you more customers."</strong><br />This one here is something I personally have to fight with on a daily basis. Besides being a graphic designer, I'm also commercial printer, music promoter, and a marketing consultant amongst many other services. Imagine if I was to write all of this on a business card. First impression might be that I'm not successful any in field if I have to do so much work. For the most part all my services go hand-in-hand, but the truth is people want to know that you are 100% dedicated to what you offer. You want to embody the vision of a master in your niche. If you do more than just one thing, then create a business card for each industry you take part of. Once your relationship with your prospect turns into a loyal client you have learned more about their needs, you would know if they are interested in your other services.</p>
<p><strong>"The traditional matte print is for professionals."</strong><br />Many times I have older clients that want the matte print rather than the new glossy card-stock. Matte prints have a longer turn-around time and are more expensive than glossy prints. There shouldn't be any shame in using glossy business cards. They last longer and have a nice shine. In the exception that you would like to write on your business cards with a pencil or pen, then matte is the way to go. The ink doesn't stick to the glossy prints. </p>
<p>To review. The only thing big on your business card should be your company's name or niche. Keep a small bullet point list of the most popular services you provide. Know your demographic and what would be the most useful contact information to provide. Finally, keep it short and sweet. List only one niche per business card and there is no shame in glossy prints.</p>
<p>If you follow the advice above your business card can help you land more leads and generate more clients.</p>
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    For comments or inquires: <a rel="nofollow" target="_blank" href="http://tightdesigns.com/web-graphic-design/about/printing-pembroke-pines-cheap-flyer-business-card" title="Printing Pembroke Pines">Printing Pembroke Pines</a><br />
Fillup Banks is a broker for cheap <a rel="nofollow" target="_blank" href="http://tightdesigns.com/web-graphic-design/about/printing-pembroke-pines-cheap-flyer-business-card" title="Flyers Pembroke Pines">Pembroke Pines flyers</a>. He has expanded his reach to Broward County with the intent to extend his services throughout South Florida. He has been in the printing industry since 1998.<br />
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		<title>Remarkable iPhone Application Competition!</title>
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		<pubDate>Tue, 27 Jul 2010 14:41:24 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>gama</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[Would you like to turn your obsession with Construct-O-Set into cold hard cash? You just might be able to do that! For a limited time, the developers of one of the most innovative new iPhone applications are soliciting freelancers to design new app themes! If your design is chosen, you'll be eligible to win terrific [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Would you like to turn your obsession with Construct-O-Set into cold hard cash? You just might be able to do that! For a limited time, the developers of one of the most innovative new <strong>iPhone applications</strong> are soliciting freelancers to design new app themes! If your design is chosen, you'll be eligible to win terrific prizes and earn royalties on the sale of your design! Want to hear more? Read on!</p>
<p>Your edition of Construct-O-Set is very simple because it was targeted toward preschoolers, but it's easy to see it has enormous potential beyond that. Unfortunately, the programmers who designed the initial version did not have the artistic capability to develop the sophisticated and challenging designs that would appeal to older children and adults. Hence, they are staging a competition to attract graphic designers capable of exploiting the game's full potential. </p>
<p>Currently, Construct-O-Set comes with five designs to complete. The developers have a number of other iPhone applications they'd like to see produced, with each theme consisting of four or five designs. For example, the "Vehicles" theme would include designs for a car, a truck, a train, and an airplane. Artists interested in working on one or more of these designs would have to upload the completed template picture, the separate shapes used to complete it, and an audio file of the sound that vehicle makes (i.e., a car horn or train whistle). Construct-O-Set provides complete submission instructions online.</p>
<p>All designs are due by September 30, 2010. The public will be given the opportunity to vote for their favorite design in October, and winners will be announced in November. If your design wins the most votes, you will receive a nifty Wacom Bamboo Fun graphics tablet. The top vote-getter, as well as other winning designs, will also be included in the next Construct-O-Set release, and will be eligible to receive royalties on all sales including that particular template.  Enter now, and that top vote-getter could be you! </p>
<p>So don't delay - grab the chance to become part of one of the most exciting iPhone applications on the market today! Construct-O-Set works with iPads too, thus doubling your potential for market exposure. Check out Construct-O-Set's contest instructions below and win the chance to be Construct-O-Set's next hotshot designer!</p>
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    Already a Construct-O-Set fan? Design new themes for their new line of <a rel="nofollow" target="_blank" href="http://www.construct-o-set.com/">iPhone Applications</a>, and win prizes and royalties! Get more information at <a rel="nofollow" target="_blank" href="http://www.construct-o-set.com/">http://www.construct-o-set.com</a><br />
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		<title>How to Promote your business through Name badges, ID Cards and visitor cards</title>
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		<pubDate>Mon, 26 Jul 2010 20:25:51 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>gama</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[First of all It is important to understand that the customer does not feel comfortable with strangers and a trust must be built between the customer and business operator in order to for the customer to continue with their purchase. One of the best methods is to adapt some form of identification for yourself on [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>First of all It is important to understand that the customer does not feel comfortable with strangers and a trust must be built between the customer and business operator in order to for the customer to continue with their purchase.</p>
<p>One of the best methods is to adapt some form of identification for yourself on a personal level. Purchasing professional quality name badges, generally made from PVC, will no doubt immediately break down that "stranger" barrier between yourself and the customer. More often than not the customer will address you by your name on that badge, this makes the customer feel in control as you do not yet know their name and the customer is now only a stranger to you.</p>
<p>Photo ID and visitor cards are great for business's that require a level of security. With today's occupational health and safety regulations, Photo ID cards and visitor cards allow the business to control the safety and security of their employees and guests whilst still displaying your logo and service, thus also providing a simple form of business advertising. If your after free advertising take this for an example. If 5 employees or guests go to the mall for lunch, this is 5 (basically) FREE advertising boards walking around other potential customers.</p>
<p>Corporate key tags offer a simple yet effective advertising medium that can be used as a quick and easy reference to your business. Every person has a set of keys, and being able to use a key tag for a "product reorders" phone number or help line makes the customer feel comfortable using your business and makes your service easily available to them when they need you most. You are not operating a business until you aim to provide the highest customer service and satisfaction.</p>
<p>Loyalty cards tempt your customers back to your business, offering a free or discounted service for continuing business is a small price to pay for a regular customer. A coffee club is proof of this system working with loyal customers.</p>
<p>There are a few Identification companies available, one of the best i have used is ID Zone <a rel="nofollow" target="_blank" href="http://www.idzone.com.au/">www.idzone.com.au</a> . They ship internationally and supply <strong>FREE</strong> shipping within Australia, <strong>FREE SETUP</strong> (normally $40), NO MINIMUM ORDER, Friendly and easy 24 hrs online service, Online security payment system and they provide and guarantee a high quality merchandise, fast and excellent service at a competitive price.</p>
<p>Go to <a rel="nofollow" target="_blank" href="http://www.idzone.com.au/">www.idzone.com.au</a> for the best products and prices for your identification needs.</p>
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    About the Author:<br />
    Dane Coulter<br />
Marketing Manager<br />
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		<title>Looking for a Sign Shop in Mississauga, Oakville</title>
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		<pubDate>Mon, 26 Jul 2010 07:29:15 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[Signs and banners play an important role in grabbing the attention of the people and spreading the brand name of the company. They not only attract the potential clients and promote the business but also provide unique image to the company. Whether it is small, midsized and big enterprises, signs and banners have always served [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><strong>Signs</strong> and <a rel="nofollow" target="_blank" href="http://www.fastsigns.com/667">banners</a> play an important role in grabbing the attention of the people and spreading the brand name of the company. They not only attract the potential clients and promote the business but also provide unique image to the company. Whether it is small, midsized and big enterprises, signs and banners have always served as excellent modes of advertising for them creating awareness. Signs are banners are visible all across the world in various varieties. These include <strong>Window Signs, Vehicle Graphics, Interior Signs</strong>, Shop Front Signs and Banners.</p>
<p><a rel="nofollow" target="_blank" href="http://www.fastsigns.com/667">Window Signs</a> send a direct invitation to the customers to consider your company or business if they are thinking about buying a product. Mostly, window signs bear the company or business' insignia but they can also be designed in various other ways in order to attract a large number of people. There are various kinds of window signs available in the market which companies use to publicize their products or services. In some places you will find window signs placed in just at corners of the windows. These discreetly placed <strong>window signs</strong> provide mysteriously alluring impression which fascinates the customers. While in other places, you will see window signs hung perpendicular to windows. These are deliberately placed so to catch the attention of the customers. Companies also place big, bold window signs which compel the passerby to stop for a minute take a second look.</p>
<p><strong>Vehicle Graphics</strong> are the advertising tools which are highly effective in drawing attention. These signs are made over the company's vehicles and are less expensive than other modes of advertising. A properly designed <strong>vehicle vinyl wrap</strong> attracts people and make them know about your company. <strong>Interior signs</strong> come under the category of visual merchandising and helps in conveying a positive image of the company through their visual appeal. These are available in multitudes of varieties and can also be prepared as per your choice. The various varieties of the Interior Signs include door, suspended, promotional and safety signs.</p>
<p><strong>Shop Front Signs</strong> like logos help the customers to understand the business and make the companies stand apart in the crowd. Shop Front Signs can be manufactured in various materials such as neon, wood, metal and plastic. Banners are available in various types such as pop-up banners, swinging signs, <strong>PVC banners</strong> etc. and are mostly used in exhibitions and fairs. There are many <strong>Sign shops in Mississauga, Oakville</strong> which provide services in Designing, production and installation of Signs. Fast Signs is one of the leading <strong>fast sign company in Mississauga, Oakville</strong> which provides sign services and graphic solutions to a large number of companies.</p>
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		<title>5 Different Mediums Offered by Online Printers</title>
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		<pubDate>Sun, 25 Jul 2010 18:21:36 +0000</pubDate>
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			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Online printers make the job of ordering printed stationery easy and convenient. With different paper weights, sizes and finishes there are any number of variations for your printed work. The following shows details of the various printed mediums available by online printers and <a rel="nofollow" target="_blank" href="http://www.darkhorse.com.au/booklets.php">book printing</a> companies.</p>
<p>Understanding what is accessible before placing your order will ensure the online shopping experience is a simple one.</p>
<p><strong>Paper Weight – Grams per Square Metre (GSM)</strong></p>
<p>80 gsm</p>
<p>80 gsm is equivalent to any standard copier paper. This might be ideal for ‘With Compliment' slips or a one page leaflet where you need a bulk printing run.</p>
<p>80-130 gsm</p>
<p>80-130 gsm is mostly used for flyers or any material used as part of the general letterbox distribution or for other high turnover promotional material.</p>
<p>130-150 gsm</p>
<p>130-150 gsm paper weighted greater than 140 guarantees the print will not show through on the other side making this weight the best to use in brochures, flyers and newsletters where printing is required on both sides.</p>
<p>200 plus gsm</p>
<p>200 plus gsm is a thick high quality paper that does not need to be folded. Posters and <a rel="nofollow" target="_blank" href="http://www.darkhorse.com.au/calendars.php">calendar printing</a> are a good example for using this weight of paper.</p>
<p>300 gsm</p>
<p>300 gsm is the standard thick card used in printing business cards.</p>
<p>Matching the right paper weight with the many different sizes available will result in a satisfactory product finished to your specifications.</p>
<p><strong>Sizes</strong></p>
<p>Matching the right paper weight with the many different sizes available will result in a satisfactory product finished to your specifications.</p>
<p>Measurements for A6 paper are 105mm X 148mm (A5 folded in half)<br />Use A6 for labels and cards.<br />Measurements for A5 paper are 210mm X 148mm (A4 folded in half)<br />Use A5 for the larger flyer or leaflet.<br />Measurements for A4 paper are 297mm X 210mm<br />Use A4 for letterheads as this is the standard letter paper size.</p>
<p>Measurements for A3 paper are 297mm X 420mm (2 times A4)<br />Use A3 for calendars and smaller posters.</p>
<p>Measurements for A2 paper are 420mm X 594mm (2 times A3)<br />Use A2 for large posters.</p>
<p>Measurements for A1 paper are 594mm X 841mm (2 times A2)<br />Use A1 for larger posters.</p>
<p>Measurements for A0 paper are 841mm X 1189mm (2 times A1)<br />Use A0 for wall banners.</p>
<p>Measurements for DL paper are 99mm X 210mm (A4 folded in 3)<br />Use DL for the standard flyer or leaflet and ‘With Compliment Slips'</p>
<p><strong>Finishes</strong></p>
<p>Bond is a flat non-reflective surface for use with general stationery lines.<br />Silk is slightly reflective with an ultra smooth finish.<br />Gloss is completely smooth with a shiny surface ideal when you want to make a statement.</p>
<p>Not only is there paper weights, sizes and finishes to consider but the use of colours for your printing needs. Some printers offer colour printing at the same price as black and white for certain lines so be sure and check out all the options available.</p>
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		<title>5 Design Ideas for Business Letterheads</title>
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		<pubDate>Sun, 25 Jul 2010 02:25:15 +0000</pubDate>
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			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>A well designed business letterhead will say a good deal about your company. If you are not artistically minded designing your own letterhead could prove to be too much of a challenge and you may want to think about approaching a graphic designer instead. The actual letterhead printing is best left to the experts as the printers use a high quality ink and have a selection of paper weights and finishes to perfect the final look.</p>
<p>In case you would like to try your hand at producing your own design, have a look at these ideas to get you started. Remember, if it all gets too hard, a graphic designer is only a phone call or mouse click away.</p>
<p><strong>Surfing the Web</strong></p>
<p>If time is on your side, surf the internet for ideas. Microsoft Office has a free tutorial for setting up a letterhead using Microsoft Word. There is advice for the initial layout and format and instructions on the use of colours to suit your business and existing logos. Trying design ideas on line is so much easier than on paper. Cut and paste or edit existing documents till you get the image you are after or close the whole page and start again.</p>
<p>If you don't already have one, there are free or share wear paint and drawing software programs that allow you to draw your design and experiment with layers and backgrounds.</p>
<p>Pre-designed templates</p>
<p>There are some rather good sites on line that have pre-designed templates especially for letterheads. Once you have downloaded the template, editing is easy. You can start with the basic white background and the addition of one or two colours for your logo and see the results on screen.</p>
<p>Brainstorming</p>
<p>Get creative and set up a brainstorming session with your staff. Start with a blank sheet of paper or an existing letterhead. Grab a bunch of colourful marking pens and see what the team comes up with.</p>
<p>Graphic Designers</p>
<p>The best outcome for a professionally styled letterhead is by using an experienced graphic designer. Most printers have designers on staff or perhaps use freelancers who will work closely with you to bring your ideas to life or start from scratch to portray your company image. They may even suggest envelopes printingto match the letterheads.</p>
<p>Online Printers</p>
<p>Consider the convenience of using online printers over the local printer. There are many to choose from online so do research the market well to make sure you are dealing with a reputable firm. Look for a printer who offers discounts for bulk printing or equal costs for colour over black and white.</p>
<p>Letterheads can be bold and brassy or simply elegant depending on the style of your company and the look you want to achieve. Strive for perfection to present a professional look and you will go a long way in setting your business reputation for the future.</p>
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		<title>Different Techniques for designing and printing Business Cards</title>
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		<pubDate>Sat, 24 Jul 2010 03:29:55 +0000</pubDate>
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<p>Business card plays a role of an introductory note for a marketer. It plays a crucial role in introducing the business or an organization in the market. A businessman can make his enterprise attractive to the eye of a prospective client by designing and printing a professional card.</p>
<p>There are several tips, tricks as well as techniques to create an outstanding as well as distinguishing design of a card. Consider the following while creating a professional card:</p>
<p>What does first count?</p>
<p>At first glance a viewer of the card seeks for information. This is the first step to leave an everlasting impression on a person's or viewer's mind. A marketer can achieve this target by creating a design or a pattern that is attractive as well as visually appealing to a human eye. Play around with colors, lines, shapes and symbols to discover the best creation out of all so that your card can grip the mind of an organization with ease and convenience.</p>
<p>How to create an attractive professional card?</p>
<p>There are a variety of business card software tools available in the market. You can also search for numerous ideas while creating a card. Look for templates or samples in the Internet that can provide you with a number of ideas to design a card. You can use latest technology based tools or computer programs for the purpose of making a design and customizing it as per the requirement. These computer programs are not expensive ones. They are available either free of cost or have an affordable price to it. The ones with a price come with a wide variety of features or diverse set of attributes. So, you can afford to choose such computer programs and exercise your creativity. Customize the shades, lines, alignments, symbols and shapes to create an attractive professional card.</p>
<p>Go for a high quality printer, say, ink-jet printer to bring out an impressive output. You can create die cut, embossed, spot UV or foil block business card.</p>
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		<title>Important Images for Your Brochures</title>
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		<pubDate>Fri, 23 Jul 2010 10:55:57 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[Color brochure printing is not just about the designing and printing of important information about your business. It is not just about translating and making necessary details of your company available to your target clients and customers. Moreover, it does definitely not have to be concise when designing a printing template in order to fit [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Color brochure printing is not just about the designing and printing of important information about your business. It is not just about translating and making necessary details of your company available to your target clients and customers.
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<p>Moreover, it does definitely not have to be concise when designing a printing template in order to fit your message. It requires the consideration of important images that are related to your company. There are images that you must never ever forget when you are designing a high quality output for your business.</p>
<p>In order for you to have an effective printing endeavor, you have to carefully take note of the images that are very vital in developing the image and philosophy of your company. This will help you achieve the goals of your advertising materials faster and better. There are crucial images that you should always remember when printing.</p>
<p>Your Company Logo</p>
<p>A logo is one of the staple items that you need to have if you are starting out a business. Your company logo is the symbol of your business. It is the reflection of your company. It adds credibility to your company by making it more official, legal, and authoritative. Most of the time, by just looking at this standard representation, your regular and target customers and clients can easily identify the products and services that your company offers. By just its simple presence in other printing materials such as your flyers, catalogs or even custom print hangtags, it can also immediately serve as a reminder and advertising tool of your company to your target consumers and clients.</p>
<p>Your Team Picture</p>
<p>You can also incorporate pictures of your group or team of the company. You can add photos and pictures of your staff and employees. By introducing the members of your team or your human resource, you actually make other people feel more welcome in your company as they see real people actually working to make your products and services care for your target clients. This will help you make your target clients and customers appreciate your business better because they would be able to see the persons behind every product and service you deliver. Remember that it is important that you make people feel that you foster relationships, build associations, and you value them as family members that you would take care of 24/7.</p>
<p>Your Best Products</p>
<p>Of course, it is important that you flaunt the very products that you are selling in the market. Nevertheless, in doing so, you should avoid making your print brochures look like catalogs. You can at least insert the best pictures of your flagship items into your brochures printing to better attract your target clients.</p>
<p>Your Office</p>
<p>You can also try adding a picture of your workspace. The physical arrangement of your office reflects the attitude of you and your workers. A good and tidy working environment makes your customers feel how organize and professional you are as a company.</p>
<p>These are some of the vital elements you need for your print brochures. When you do apply them to your designing and printing of your marketing collateral, you will have more chances of achieving what you have dreamed of for your business.</p>
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