A Microwaved History of the Plastic Business Card
by Sarah K on Aug 8, 2013 10:00:00 AM
Plastic business card printing may seem like an industry leap, and in some ways it is, but it is also not the first evolution the business card has gone through. To see the very first version, you’d have to travel back in time to 15th century China or 17th century France, depending on who you ask. That’s just one of the stops we’ll be making today …
Where to Leave Your Plastic Business Cards For Ultimate Impact
by Sarah K on Aug 5, 2013 10:00:00 AM
While we may be in the digital age of marketing, traditional forms of advertising can still leave a huge impact on your business. Business cards are absolutely a vital part of your arsenal when networking but adding some extra oomph on your business cards will boost the ROI on those mini-billboards by tenfold.
Announcing the Winner of 500 Free Plastic Business Cards!
by Sarah K on Jul 31, 2013 10:01:00 AM
Earlier this month we started a contest that gave the opportunity to business owners, bloggers, and entrepreneurs alike to win some free swag from us here at Plastic Printers!
Plastic Printers Template of the Week: What Makes Boutiques Unique?
by Sarah K on Jul 30, 2013 10:00:00 AM
The business world is full of all kinds of nooks and crannies; perhaps none so signature as the boutique. This local hole-in-the-wall storefront trend started just after World War II and it is still a popular business option today. Our template of the week post will look at how the right type of membership card bolsters both a store’s image and pro …
4 Body Language Cues to Pay Attention to When Networking
by Sarah K on Jul 29, 2013 10:00:00 AM
Photo by Lucas (Own work) [Public domain], via Wikimedia Commons
Tips for Creating a Logo for your Plastic Business Cards
by Sarah K on Jul 26, 2013 10:00:00 AM
So you're looking to create a logo for your new plastic business cards? If you're feeling a little stuck or need some inspiration, there are a few things that you should keep in mind when creating your new super-powered marketing tool. Your logo reflects your business and how you want others to view it. It tells the story of your business -- what y …
The Two-Ears-One-Mouth Philosophy of Custom Gift Card Sales
by Sarah K on Jul 25, 2013 10:00:00 AM
Have you ever had a word or phrase pop into your head out of nowhere? It happened to me the other day. I was trying to remember a quote about active listening so I could share it with a friend. I couldn’t put my finger on it and it was driving me nuts. Finally, after a quick internet search, I found what I had been looking for.
Get Back to School Ready with Plastic Printers Template of the Week
by Sarah K on Jul 23, 2013 10:00:00 AM
As of today, summer is more than half over. Every year at about this time, you start to see signs that school will once again be in session. A few of my friends already have their back to school shopping done.
The Evolution of the Punchable Plastic Card
by Sarah K on Jul 18, 2013 12:00:00 PM
I was standing in line at the supermarket the other day and, as if on cue, the clerk asked me if I had a discount card. Without thinking about it, I swiped the punch card on my key ring across the scanner, got my discounts, and went on about my day. It didn’t dawn on my until a few hours later; sitting in traffic on my way home, just how often I “s …