The Essentials of Effective Business Card Design

Business cards are the most popular marketing tool of small business, and it's no wonder - they're portable, affordable, versatile and people actually expect you to use them! Yet more than 90% of business cards wind up in the trash the day they're received. What a waste!

So how do you make a distinctive, memorable business card - find a business card design that doesn't cost a fortune and yet won't get thrown away?

Business card design is more than just the look of the card, although that's important - it includes the text on the card as well. And to get the most mileage from business cards, you should also design them with marketing in mind.

Need to find a good business card printer?
I've worked with, gotten samples from, and/or have tested the websites of dozens of printers. My favorite printers are mentioned on this page - one business card printer, in particular, is absolutely topnotch. And it's actually one of the cheaper ones!

Need a business card holder or case?
You need a sturdy and attractive way to store your business cards. Want a leather business card holder? How 'bout a personalized one, a desktop business card holder, or a business card case made of wood?

Need other business card services or supplies?
If you're making business cards, you need business card templates or software, business card paper, then maybe some nifty way to dress up your new business card. And you wouldn't believe the cool gadgets people have invented to help you make the most of your business cards!