Whether you’re starting your first company or have a new business idea, having business cards on hand is essential. This is the ideal method for quickly passing on information about your services and products. If you’ve never printed any before, you may have many questions about creating your first batch. To help you get started, here are answers to a few of the common questions people have about making professional cards.

4 FAQ About Creating Business Cards

How many should I order?

Business cards typically come in batches ranging from 100 to 5,000 units. For your first print job, aim for around 250 to 500 cards. This is a good range to start with, and, if you run low, you can always order more. However, if you plan on participating in a few conferences, conventions, and community events where you may hand out many on a single day, order twice that amount.

What information should be included?

In most cases, less is more. Your name, title of your company, mobile and work phone numbers, email address, and website may be enough. You don’t want the card to appear cluttered, so use both sides of the unit. Information about your services or products should be reserved for brochures or your website to conserve space.

How should I design it? 

Attractive, eye-catching cards will give you confidence when you’re distributing them. It may be helpful to have your print shop help you design a logo and color scheme. Using consistent fonts and colors throughout your business materials will help you build a cohesive brand. The palette of the card should reflect your business. For example, if you’re a professional matchmaker, red will invoke romantic associations. If you run a lawn care business, green will showcase your commitment to nature. 

Where can I distribute them?

Leave a stack near your business’s point of sale so customers who already frequent your shop can pick one up. Distribute your cards to potential clients and partners by attending trade shows, networking events, and other public gatherings for professionals. Any time you meet a potential customer or someone who also works in your field, hand them your card so they know how to stay in touch. You never know who may end up having a new business lead.

Great Originals is located in Anchorage, AK, and will meet all of your digital printing needs. In addition to high-quality business cards, they also provide posters, banners, and booklets to help you promote your services. This family-owned business prides itself in creating stellar products and delivering excellent customer service. View pricing for their business cards online or call (907) 561-8922 to start your project today.