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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 ...
Go Beyond with These 3 Innovative-Yet-Retro Marketing Techniques
In this fast-paced world, it’s sometimes easy to get stuck in the digital box. But old-school marketing techniques and tools are sometimes more effective than all the gigabytes in the world. Case in point: look at all the businesses that have gone back to basics, hiring people to stand on the street and wave funky signs in the air or don silly costumes. Can you honestly say that these haven’t nabbed your attention?
You don’t have to hire a full-time street dancer to harness the power of real physical (not ...
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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 ...
Top 5 “Get Noticed” Specialty Business Cards
Today’s business world is all about personalization and customization. The “one-size-fits-all” attitude is a thing of the past, and successful businesses and business people are carving out unique, stand-out images for themselves through the use of carefully chosen customized branding.
Your business card is an opportune place to start setting yourself apart from the competition. But what custom design elements are right for you? Here’s a quick guide to some breakaway business card printing techniques and what ...
Tips for the Best Business Card Design for Artists
Everybody can benefit from a good-looking business card, but this truth is more pertinent for artists than it is for anyone else. If you’re an artist, your marketing materials are an excellent opportunity to plant your aesthetic in the hands and minds of potential buyers, collectors, gallery or museum owners. Maximize this important medium with these four tips for designing your artistic business card.
Keep Your Card Functional
As a creative type, you may be tempted to go wild with your business ...
7 Ways to Bribe Your Customer to Act on Your Postcard Offer
Postcard printing and direct mailing is like mainlining your message right into the customer’s brain; they don’t even have to open an envelope, and your message and offer are right in their hands. So don’t screw up this opportunity. Reinforce your message and your offer by giving them one of these “can’t miss” incentives to sign up, call in, and make purchases with your company.
Bill Me Later Options
Nobody likes to part with their money. If the customer can delay the pain of coughing up his ...
