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How to Give a Great Speech in 3 Easy Steps
There are many things the average person would rather do than write and/or perform a speech. Among them might be activities like holding onto an electric fence while standing in a puddle and wearing copper shoes, and receiving root canal surgery without anesthesia in front of an audience consisting of all the pretty girls in your high school class. But sometimes in life, we have no choice. People get married and have the nerve to ask us to be the best men or bridesmaids… and speak publicly at their weddings. ...
What Colors Mean in Your Business Cards and More
Choosing colors for your business cards and other marketing materials should not be an arbitrary process. Color does more than any other design element in creating a mood or effect in the materials you present to the world as reflections of your business or yourself.
So what colors should you incorporate in your designs? Well, it depends on your intention. Let’s take a look at some common colors and the messages they send to your potential audience.
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Yellow:
Happiness (think the ...
Five Unusual Promo Items to Boost Your Biz
It’s a universal truth: people love free stuff. People even get excited about stuff they would never buy if you offer it to them for free. Look at the success of huge corporations like Costco. And what’s the first thing customers of the superstore will mention when you bring up the company name? That’s right: the free samples that are always circulating around the place. People get excited by generosity, and this fuels repeat business.
So what does this mean to you? Chances are, your company isn’t Costco, and ...
How to Get Results with Brochures
Brochures, when used well, can be worth their weight in gold as a marketing tool. They’re a fully portable means of conveying useful information to your clients, and as an added benefit, they can change hands several times before their shelf life is over. However, brochure design is not something you should just “wing.” Here are several tips to keep in mind to ensure that your brochure is as effective and professional as possible.
Use the Right Paper
If your brochure is going to be sitting outside (for ...
7 Tips for Effective Flyer Design
Effective flyer design will grab the eye, compel the recipient to read, and most importantly, give an effective call to action. These goals sound simple enough, but how many confusing, unclear, tacky, or simply ugly flyers have you seen floating around? Here are some pointers on how to design a great, effective flyer that won’t get lost in the shuffle.
Tip # 1: Plan Your Content
First things first – don’t get caught up thinking about colors and pictures before you know exactly what your flyers should say and ...
Tips for Creating Your Own Magazine
Anyone can make a magazine. You don’t need a license or any special degree. You just need a little bit of money for printing and probably a bit more to pay your writers. Here are some tips for creating your own magazine, from brainstorming to distribution.
1. Choose a Topic
This may seem like a no-brainer to some, but it’s still worth mentioning. Why? Because a magazine that lacks focus is sure to be tossed to the side quicker than you can say “table of contents.” Choose your magazine’s theme and stick to ...
