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	<title>Business Printers &#187; Design Ideas</title>
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		<title>Printing Business Reports</title>
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		<pubDate>Mon, 20 Jul 2009 17:02:17 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Jim</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[A business report is an important aspect of the business world because it provides everyone in the business with vital information regarding the operations of the business and its clients. Businesses require some of their employees to produce business reports on a monthly basis while other businesses have their employees produce these reports on an annual basis. It all differs depending on the preference of the business itself.
When printing a business report one should not cut any corners whatsoever because something vital to the report might wind up being left ...]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>A business report is an important aspect of the business world because it provides everyone in the business with vital information regarding the operations of the business and its clients. Businesses require some of their employees to produce business reports on a monthly basis while other businesses have their employees produce these reports on an annual basis. It all differs depending on the preference of the business itself.</p>
<p>When printing a business report one should not cut any corners whatsoever because something vital to the report might wind up being left out. The report should include graphs, charts, and other important figures that explain the profits and losses of the company. When putting together a report on the demographics of the company no detail should be left out. For instance, the target demo&#8217;s age, sex, race, education, job history and other information should be included in the report as well.</p>
<p>Printing a business report can be done on site at the office or can be done professionally at a printing company. Printing companies will provide the report with excellent colors, easy to read font, and well designed charts and graphs that not many peoiple can produce on their own in the office. Whenever one is assigned with the task of producing a business report he or she should make sure that it is as professional looking as possible. This will make a difference between making an impression with the boss and being put in the company dog house. Never skimp on a business report because they are way too important.</p>]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>Power Point Presentations</title>
		<link>http://www.businessprinters.org/design/power-point-presentations/</link>
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		<pubDate>Mon, 20 Jul 2009 16:48:52 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Jim</dc:creator>
				<category><![CDATA[Design Ideas]]></category>

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		<description><![CDATA[Power Point presentations are used by students and employees alike to make presentations to their class, their teacher, or their boss. Power Point presentations are simple to create and don&#8217;t have to take longer than an hour or two to create if done properly. Power Point programs come with almost all computers when they are purchased from online companies or in electronic stores, making it easier to install the program on the new computer.
Power Point presentations can really shock and awe some people if they are created with the right ...]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Power Point presentations are used by students and employees alike to make presentations to their class, their teacher, or their boss. Power Point presentations are simple to create and don&#8217;t have to take longer than an hour or two to create if done properly. Power Point programs come with almost all computers when they are purchased from online companies or in electronic stores, making it easier to install the program on the new computer.</p>
<p>Power Point presentations can really shock and awe some people if they are created with the right ideas in mind. For instance, make sure you use your company&#8217;s logo on more than one slide. You can even put your company&#8217;s logo on charts and graphs that you place within the presentation. Each slide should contain only one topic. Don&#8217;t put too much information on each slide because the presentation will become boring.</p>
<p>Do not type all of your notes on each slide either. Put short bullet lists and other information on slides that do not take up a lot of space. The smaller amount of information on each slide will garner more attention from the people viewing the presentation. If there is too much info on a slide the attendees are bound to get bored and stop paying attention.</p>
<p>Power Point presentations are used by millions of people all across the country today to get a raise, present a business proposal, present the company bosses with important stats and present information about the company to prospective clients.</p>]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>Posterboard Presentations</title>
		<link>http://www.businessprinters.org/design/posterboard-presentations/</link>
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		<pubDate>Mon, 20 Jul 2009 02:35:03 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Jim</dc:creator>
				<category><![CDATA[Design Ideas]]></category>

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		<description><![CDATA[Depending on the nature of the company you work at, some presentations made to higher ups can be done on posterboard. For example, if you work at a company that employs about five to ten people then you might be able to get away with making a presentation to your boss, who might actually be your best friend, on some posterboard. There is a way to spruce up posterboard material for making a company presentation.
One of the best ways to spruce up your posterboard for a presentation would be to ...]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Depending on the nature of the company you work at, some presentations made to higher ups can be done on posterboard. For example, if you work at a company that employs about five to ten people then you might be able to get away with making a presentation to your boss, who might actually be your best friend, on some posterboard. There is a way to spruce up posterboard material for making a company presentation.</p>
<p>One of the best ways to spruce up your posterboard for a presentation would be to leave no piece of the posterboard uncovered. So, if the posterboard is a blue color, do not let the boss see any of the color blue when making the presentation. Put as much information on the posterboard as possible to cover the entire board. This will not only prove to your higher ups that you worked your butt off on this project but that you also know what it takes to make a presentation.</p>
<p>The posterboard should contain at least two to three charts or graphs about company stats or demographics of the company&#8217;s clientele or customer base. This will also spruce up the posterboard and impress your boss. Don&#8217;t forget a couple of pictures here and there to ease the pain of staring at charts and graphs the entire time. For instance, if your presentation deals with a new product being sold by the company then you should print out a nice picture of the new product and apply it to the posterboard.</p>]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>Market your jewelry or gift shop</title>
		<link>http://www.businessprinters.org/general-marketing/market-your-jewelry-or-gift-shop/</link>
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		<pubDate>Mon, 06 Jul 2009 15:16:05 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>admin</dc:creator>
				<category><![CDATA[Design Ideas]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[General Marketing]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[address labels]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[business cards]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[custom business cards]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[custom pens]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[envelopes]]></category>
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		<description><![CDATA[
You pride yourself on the fine jewelry and handmade glassware in your gift shop.  You know that you sell beautiful, quality products. However, your marketing materials could use a little polish.  Fortunately, creating your own marketing materials is quick and easy.  Create business cards, letterhead, address labels, envelopes, and more.  
Choose a theme that complements your gift shop or jewelry store.  Design trendy business cards with shimmering metallic accents, or something more traditional.  
Create custom pens, too.  Leave the pens by the register for your customers.  Now, your contact information ...]]></description>
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<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0in 0in 10pt;"><span style="font-size: small;">You pride yourself on the fine jewelry and handmade glassware in your gift shop.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;">  </span>You know that you sell beautiful, quality products. However, your <a title="marketing" href="http://marketingtips.vistaprint.com/">marketing</a> materials could use a little polish.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;">  </span>Fortunately, creating your own marketing materials is quick and easy.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;">  </span>Create <a title="business cards" href="http://www.businesscarddesigns.us">business cards</a>, <a title="letterhead" href="http://www.vistaprint.com/letterhead.aspx">letterhead</a>, address labels, envelopes, and more.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;">  </span></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0in 0in 10pt;"><span style="font-size: small;">Choose a theme that complements your gift shop or jewelry store.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;">  </span>Design trendy business cards with shimmering metallic accents, or something more traditional.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;">  </span></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0in 0in 10pt;"><span style="font-size: small;">Create custom pens, too.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;">  </span>Leave the pens by the register for your customers.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;">  </span>Now, your contact information will always be at their fingertips.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;">  </span></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0in 0in 10pt;"><span style="font-size: small;">Get started by uploading your own work of art or browsing through online galleries to find the perfect design for your business.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;">  </span>Create custom marketing materials for your jewelry or gift shop today.</span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0in 0in 10pt;"><span style="font-size: small;">Your business will shine!</span></p>
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		<title>Custom hats and T-shirts for employees</title>
		<link>http://www.businessprinters.org/marketing-a-business/custom-hats-and-t-shirts-for-employees/</link>
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		<pubDate>Thu, 02 Jul 2009 13:45:39 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>admin</dc:creator>
				<category><![CDATA[Design Ideas]]></category>
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		<description><![CDATA[Whether it’s for the company softball game or a gift to celebrate the launch of the new brand, custom hats or T-shirts are great gifts for your employees.  Your staff will love getting something free and you will love creating a sense of unity among them.  
It’s easy and inexpensive  to design custom hats or T-shirts.  Upload your own logo or choose from online design galleries.  
Create T-shirts to commemorate the office holiday party, show off the new logo, celebrate a company anniversary, or anything!  
Designs shirts that can be ...]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0in 0in 10pt;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: Calibri;">Whether it’s for the company softball game or a gift to celebrate the launch of the new brand, custom <a title="hats" href="http://www.vistaprint.com/custom-hats.aspx">hats</a> or <a title="T-shirts" href="http://www.vistaprint.com/t-shirts.aspx">T-shirts</a> are great gifts for your employees.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;">  </span>Your staff will love getting something free and you will love creating a sense of unity among them.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;">  </span></span></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0in 0in 10pt;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: Calibri;">It’s easy and inexpensive<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;">  </span>to design custom hats or <a title="T-shirts" href="http://www.vistaprint.com/t-shirts.aspx">T-shirts</a>.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;">  </span>Upload your own logo or choose from online design galleries.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;">  </span></span></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0in 0in 10pt;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: Calibri;">Create T-shirts to commemorate the office holiday party, show off the new logo, celebrate a company anniversary, or anything!<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;">  </span></span></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0in 0in 10pt;"><span style="font-family: Calibri; font-size: small;">Designs shirts that can be worn all year long or use different colors for different seasons.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;">  </span>Choose a day when all employees can wear their shirts to work!<img class="alignleft" title="custom hats" src="http://www.vistaprint.com/sf/_langid-1/_/vp/images/b09/product/450x225/hats/hats-001.jpg" alt="" width="450" height="225" /></span></p>]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>Send invitations that promote your business</title>
		<link>http://www.businessprinters.org/marketing-a-business/send-invitations-that-promote-your-business/</link>
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		<pubDate>Mon, 29 Jun 2009 17:12:18 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>admin</dc:creator>
				<category><![CDATA[Design Ideas]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[Marketing a Business]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[announcements]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[invitations]]></category>
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		<category><![CDATA[marketing tips]]></category>

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		<description><![CDATA[Custom invitations and announcements are the perfect way to reach your customers.  Let them know about any special sales, promotional events, or fundraisers you are holding.  
Be creative and design invitations that compliment your business. Create a stylish invitation for your unique boutique, or something more traditional for your family-owned diner.   Include your business’s logo and contact information, too.  
Designing custom invitations is simple! Upload your own design or browse through online galleries to find the perfect way to promote your business.     ]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0in 0in 10pt;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: Calibri;"><img class="alignleft" title="Vistaprint invitation image" src="http://www.vistaprint.com/sf/_langid-1/_/vp/images/nns/product/I_A_1024/business_tile.jpg" alt="" width="358" height="180" />Custom <a title="invitations" href="http://www.vistaprint.com/custom-invitations-multi.aspx">invitations</a> and <a title="announcements" href="http://www.vistaprint.com/custom-invitations-multi.aspx">announcements</a> are the perfect way to reach your customers.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;">  </span>Let them know about any special sales, promotional events, or fundraisers you are holding.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;">  </span></span></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0in 0in 10pt;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: Calibri;">Be creative and design invitations that compliment your business. Create a stylish <a title="invitation" href="http://www.vistaprint.com/custom-invitations-multi.aspx">invitation</a> for your unique boutique, or something more traditional for your family-owned diner.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;">  </span><span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>Include your business’s logo and contact information, too.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;">  </span></span></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0in 0in 10pt;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: Calibri;">Designing custom invitations is simple! Upload your own design or browse through online galleries to find the perfect way to promote your business.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;">  </span><span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span><span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span><span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span></span></span></p>]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>Designing an Email Newsletter</title>
		<link>http://www.businessprinters.org/design/designing-an-email-newsletter/</link>
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		<pubDate>Fri, 26 Jun 2009 19:24:36 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Jim</dc:creator>
				<category><![CDATA[Design Ideas]]></category>

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		<description><![CDATA[Here at Business Printers we have offered quite a bit of tips regarding the design of a company newsletter, a company website, and company email mailings. Now we are offering some input on how to design an email newsletter. Now, some people might be thinking to themselves why can&#8217;t our company just copy and paste our regular newsletter into the body of an email or save it as an attachment and hit send?
Sending an email newsletter can be done this way but it might not be as effective as it ...]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Here at Business Printers we have offered quite a bit of tips regarding the design of a company newsletter, a company <a title="website" href="http://www.vistaprint.com/websites.aspx">website</a>, and company email mailings. Now we are offering some input on how to design an email newsletter. Now, some people might be thinking to themselves why can&#8217;t our company just copy and paste our regular newsletter into the body of an email or save it as an attachment and hit send?</p>
<p>Sending an email newsletter can be done this way but it might not be as effective as it can be. The best way to design an email newsletter is to design it separately from the newsletter handed out to the public or the newsletter posted to the company&#8217;s website. When designing an email newsletter the company should consider the size of the newsletter and how it will affect the inbox of the people they send it to.</p>
<p>The newsletter should include the logo of the business, the location of the business, the hours, contact information, the company&#8217;s website address, pertinent company history information, news and info about products and services and many other items. The newsletter should also feature an employee profile or another profile of the business to reach out to the customer.</p>
<p>The newsletter can be formatted in a Microsoft Word document or a PDF file, which is easier to distribute and makes the document look nicer. PDF files also prevent people from copying and pasting information presented onto other documents or other <a title="websites" href="http://www.vistaprint.com/websites.aspx">websites</a> illegally.</p>]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>Holiday cards for valued customers &#8211; a refreshing personal touch</title>
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		<pubDate>Tue, 23 Jun 2009 14:51:31 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>admin</dc:creator>
				<category><![CDATA[Design Ideas]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[General Marketing]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[Marketing a Business]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[business marketing]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[custom holiday cards]]></category>
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		<category><![CDATA[holiday cards]]></category>

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		<description><![CDATA[It’s a cold winter afternoon and the snow is beginning to fall.  Two of your best customers, having just made a few last minute purchases, bid you happy holidays and head home.  
As a small business owner, your customers are extremely important to you.  You see them often, and know many of them by name.  Without these valued customers, your business would not succeed.  Why not show your appreciation for them?
The holidays are the perfect time to show your customers how much they mean to you.  Create custom holiday cards ...]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0in 0in 10pt;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: Calibri;">It’s a cold winter afternoon and the snow is beginning to fall. <span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>Two of your best customers, having just made a few last minute purchases, bid you happy holidays and head home.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;">  </span></span></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0in 0in 10pt;"><span style="font-family: Calibri; font-size: small;">As a small business owner, your customers are extremely important to you.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;">  </span>You see them often, and know many of them by name.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;">  </span>Without these valued customers, your business would not succeed.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;">  </span>Why not show your appreciation for them?</span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0in 0in 10pt;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: Calibri;">The holidays are the perfect time to show your customers how much they mean to you.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;">  </span>Create <a title="custom holiday cards" href="http://www.vistaprint.com/holiday-christmas-photo-cards.aspx">custom holiday cards</a> and send them out to all you patrons.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;">  </span>Ordering custom cards is simple.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;">  </span>Upload your own design or browse through hundreds of online galleries.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;">  Use an image of your establishment or a staff photo for an-ultra personal touch.  <img class="alignright" title="Vistaprint image" src="http://www.vistaprint.com/sf/_langid-1/_/vp/images/nns/multi-product/holiday_08_ia_giveaways/foil_tile.jpg" alt="" width="258" height="190" /></span>Include a printed message, or leave room for a hand-written note on the inside.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;">  </span></span></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0in 0in 10pt;"><span style="font-family: Calibri; font-size: small;">Create a sleek and modern card to compliment your new, upscale restaurant or design something more traditional for your used book shop.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;">  </span>Include a business card or special offer coupon too!</span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0in 0in 10pt;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: Calibri;">Sending custom <a title="holiday cards" href="http://www.vistaprint.com/holiday-christmas-cards.aspx">holiday cards</a> is a refreshing personal touch that your customers will appreciate.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;">  </span></span></span></p>]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>Think vertical!</title>
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		<pubDate>Mon, 22 Jun 2009 18:55:36 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>admin</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[Because we read from left to right, our brains are trained to work horizontally.  It is easy to fall into a horizontal trap when marking your business as well.  When promoting your business, it is important to think outside the box, especially in today’s competitive economy.  
When designing custom business cards, ask yourself, “Would a vertical design work for me?”  For example a vertical business card may work well for a bakery that specializes in tiered wedding cakes, or a construction company that erects buildings.  A vertical card allows for ...]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0in 0in 10pt;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: Calibri;"><img class="alignright" title="Google business card image" src="http://rlv.zazzle.co.uk/medical_business_card_template_vertical_profilecard-p2409022568663635980r5e_325.jpg" alt="" width="325" height="325" />Because we read from left to right, our brains are trained to work horizontally.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;">  </span>It is easy to fall into a horizontal trap when marking your business as well.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;">  </span>When promoting your business, it is important to think outside the box, especially in today’s competitive economy.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;">  </span></span></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0in 0in 10pt;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: Calibri;">When designing custom <a title="business cards" href="http://www.businesscarddesigns.us">business cards</a>, ask yourself, “Would a vertical design work for me?”<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;">  </span>For example a vertical business card may work well for a bakery that specializes in tiered wedding cakes, or a construction company that erects buildings.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;">  </span>A vertical card allows for design options that may not have been possible otherwise and will stand out against the competition.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;">  </span><span style="mso-spacerun: yes;">  </span></span></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0in 0in 10pt;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: Calibri;">Consider a vertical design when creating custom banners as well.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;">  </span>An eye-catching, vertical banner that promotes a sale or special event can be hung on a tree, out a window, or alongside a door.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;">  To design your own business card or banner, simply upload your own design or choose from hundreds of designs online.  </span></span></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0in 0in 10pt;"><span style="font-family: Calibri; font-size: small;">Think Vertical!</span></p>]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>Send a positive message, go green!</title>
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		<pubDate>Mon, 22 Jun 2009 16:00:58 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[With so much competition out there, business owners are doing whatever they can do gain a leg up.  Going green is a great way to attract more business and send a positive message to the community.  
Place a sign in the window of your small business, letting your customer know that you are trying to become more eco-friendly and that you welcome their advice.  Small steps can make a big difference.  Try using organic flour in your bakery or use ceramic mugs instead of paper cups in your coffee shop.
Go ...]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0in 0in 10pt;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: Calibri;"><img class="alignright" title="VistaPrint email marketing image" src="http://www.vistaprint.com/sf/_langid-1/_/vp/images/nns/product/email_marketing/marquee.gif" alt="" width="250" height="215" />With so much competition out there, business owners are doing whatever they can do gain a leg up.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;">  </span>Going green is a great way to attract more business and send a positive message to the community.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;">  </span></span></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0in 0in 10pt;"><span style="font-family: Calibri; font-size: small;">Place a sign in the window of your small business, letting your customer know that you are trying to become more eco-friendly and that you welcome their advice.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;">  </span>Small steps can make a big difference.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;">  </span>Try using organic flour in your bakery or use ceramic mugs instead of paper cups in your coffee shop.</span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0in 0in 10pt;"><span style="font-family: Calibri; font-size: small;">Go green with your <a title="marketing" href="http://marketingtips.vistaprint.com/">marketing</a>, too!<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;">  </span>Let your customers know that you offer discounts and coupons through e-mail.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;">  </span>Email marketing is a great way to get in touch with customers and save loads of paper in the process.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;">  </span>It’s easy. E-mail marketing templates are available online, along with great tracking and reporting tools.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;">  </span>You don’t need to have any programming skills.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;">  </span>Online companies will do the work for you!</span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0in 0in 10pt;"><span style="font-family: Calibri; font-size: small;">Print your custom <a title="business cards" href="http://www.businesscarddesigns.us">business cards</a>, <a title="letterhead" href="http://www.vistaprint.com/letterhead.aspx">letterhead</a>, envelopes, and notepads on recycled paper too! </span></p>]]></content:encoded>
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