So...you're looking for printed business card uk. Let's face it...whether it is for corporate purposes or for your own - having the right business card is essential to make the right impression.

We've found that Vistaprint offer the best service online - whether you are looking for the usual corporate greeting and business cards, an Ecard or even a postcard for yourself or your clients...

If you are not sure that your business card is getting you where you want, market test it. Give it to some friends and colleagues and ask them for their opinions.

Business cards are much more than a convenient means to leave your contact information with a prospect. Today, a business card can be an ad...a mini-brochure...a discount card...or even CD-ROM presentation.

Your business card might only measure two by three inches, but it can send a message -- whether you like it or not! Some cards are tacky, others are striking. Some assault you with clashing colors and ridiculous phrases; whilst others suggest good taste and confidence. Some are uninspired and therefore make you look uninspiring.

Most business cards are printed on 80-pound cover stock and, of the three finished usually available - smooth, linen, and laid - the smooth finish is usually the most popular.

Keeping your cards in your pocket is an utter waste of time (as well as the money you spent on them). Be clear about who your target client is. When you see an opportunity slip in your business card...but always be polite and sensible - never just thrust your card at someone just for the sake of doing so.

Use a legible font on your card and keep it large enough to be read - nothing smaller than 10 points, if possible. Save the odd color schemes or clever graphics for another time - you take your business (and your profits) seriously after all...so your card should reflect that.

When thinking about a design for your business card, start with the style that best supports the image you wish to project. After all - your card is an extension of the product or service you provide...and it should support whatever image you desire for yourself and your business.

For its size and cost, a business card is probably the most powerful part of any good marketing plan.