Why you need business cards

by lesleywebb | Aug 6, 2018 | 0 comments

If you’ve been wondering if business cards are still worth it – the answer is yes! That little card works really hard to represent you and your business when you aren’t there – are yours doing their job?

We can create a memorable and lasting impression with a beautiful business card. How does your card represent you and your brand?
A great business card can be passed along – a great marketing tool! How will you make yours memorable?
Why would someone keep your card? Is it more than just your contact details? Think a discount card, appointment card, a small artwork, an inspiring quote.
Print finish matters – choose the perfect stock and finish to represent your brand. A creative business card has retention value, and can be a great icebreaker.
Special print finishes like foiling, embossing and die cutting can really enhance a card, but can add extra cost. Choose carefully!

Beauty industry business card in manicured hand, black

Acrylic Fix business card, 2 sided with multiple logos, spot UV

I recently used MOO.com for my cards as I love their “printfinity” feature – you can have up to 50 different card backs. Think of the possibilities! Great for artists and photographers, but also a great way to deliver some different messaging. I came up with 4 variations for my basic contact details (different backgrounds), and also created a simple “thank you” card for gifting purposes. I have used both the standard and luxe cards, the quality is just beautiful, the packaging gorgeous and it’s the kind of mail you just can’t wait to open!

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BUSINESS CARD PLANNING CHECKLIST

Some things to think about before you start your business card project…

Who is my card for? (clients, trade show)
How many will I need?
Is my logo print ready?
What size of card do I want? (standard, square)
Portrait or landscape card?
Single or double sided?
Apart from my contact details, what other messaging do I need?
Do I have a business tag line or mission statement to include?
Do I want to include my social media accounts?
What other imagery do I want on my card? (ie. photographs, illustrations, icons)
What kind of stock do I want? (ie. ultra thick, smooth, glossy, uncoated, metallic)
Do I want any special finishes? (ie. foil, embossing, round cornering)
Do I want some variations? (ie. blank, thank you, appointment or loyalty)
What is my deadline?