New Business Videos
Posted: March 11th, 2010 | Author: admin | Filed under: Business | No Comments »Checkout some of the new business videos on CreativePublic.com
http://www.creativepublic.com/business-videos.php
How to Find Tech (and other) Bargains
Posted: March 11th, 2010 | Author: admin | Filed under: Resources | No Comments »Most of us love a bargain – but the problem is finding the time to seek them out.
I usually check out a few bargain sites at the beginning of each day to take a look at what is available. For me, this involves mostly computer equipment, electronics, hardware, etc. But I have also found some other super “deals” as well.
Something I do (and you may consider too) is to make a list of the equipment you are looking for and post it near your computer. Mine has items like: external hard drives, new camcorder, and a new keyboard among others.
For example, I just picked up a nice Plantronics Bluetooth Headset for only $24.99 AND free shipping. The same item goes for approximately $65 on Best Buy – a *cool* savings of $40 – nice.
Here are a few “deal” sites that are worth looking into on a regular basis.
Deal Hack – http://www.dealhack.com/index.html
Deal Catcher – http://www.dealcatcher.com/
TechBargains – http://www.techbargains.com/
Woot – http://www.woot.com/
There is a definite “thrill” that comes when finding a good bargain that is perfect for your needs.
Here’s hoping you’ll find a few more (soon).
Most of us love a bargain – but the problem is finding the time to seek them out.
I usually check out a few bargain sites at the beginning of each day to take a look at what is available. For me, this involves mostly computer equipment, electronics, hardware, etc. But I have also found some other super “deals” as well.
Something I do (and you may consider too) is to make a list of the equipment you are looking for and post it near your computer. Mine has items like: external hard drives, new camcorder, and a new keyboard among others.
For example, I just picked up a nice Plantronics Bluetooth Headset for only $24.99 AND free shipping. The same item goes for approximately $65 on Best Buy – a *cool* savings of $40 – nice.
Here are a few “deal” sites that are worth looking into on a regular basis.
Deal Hack – http://www.dealhack.com/index.html
Deal Catcher – http://www.dealcatcher.com/
TechBargains - http://www.techbargains.com/
Woot – http://www.woot.com/
There is a definite “thrill” that comes when finding a good bargain that is perfect for your needs.
Here’s hoping you’ll find a few more (soon).
Are You Making It Easy For Your Design Clients To Buy From You?
Posted: March 11th, 2010 | Author: admin | Filed under: Business | No Comments »When you ask yourself this question on a regular basis you have a major opportunity to immediately increase your graphic design profits.
Now, let’s see how this might apply to your design business.
A lot of design firms accept checks only. I know my firm did for years.
However, I was surprised when a noticable percentage of people asked if they could pay via credit card or even Paypal.
And these were often for significant amounts.
So guess what?
We changed our systems to accomodate accepting credit cards and Paypal.
And, interestingly they were often paid after normal business hours so it was nice to come into
the office and find an email saying funds have been received.
Another example is in your communications. Can they reach you when and how THEY want to? What about after hours? or on weekends?
So think about at least 2 ways you can make it easier for your customers to buy from you.
And implement these ASAP.
When you ask yourself this question on a regular basis you have a major opportunity to immediately increase your graphic design profits. Now, let’s see how this might apply to your design business.
A lot of design firms accept checks only. I know my firm did for years. However, I was surprised when a noticable percentage of people asked if they could pay via credit card or even Paypal, and these were often for significant amounts. So, we changed our systems to accomodate accepting credit cards and Paypal. Interestingly they were often paid after normal business hours so it was nice to come into the office and find an email saying funds have been received.
Another example is in your communications. Can they reach you when and how THEY want to? What about after hours? or on weekends?
So think about at least 2 ways you can make it easier for your customers to buy from you.
– by Doug Farrick
Moulin Rouge-themed Direct Mailer
Posted: March 11th, 2010 | Author: admin | Filed under: Printing | No Comments »
OK Go – This Too Shall Pass – Rube Goldberg Machine version
Posted: March 8th, 2010 | Author: admin | Filed under: Funny Stuff | No Comments »2010 FITC Awards
Posted: February 25th, 2010 | Author: admin | Filed under: Contests & Events | No Comments »The 2010 FITC Awards submissions are now open. Please note that submissions close on March 1st, 2010. Hoss Gifford is confirmed as our Host!
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Free Webinar – Mind Your Color
Posted: February 25th, 2010 | Author: admin | Filed under: Free Stuff | No Comments »If you’ve done a press check or prepared a file for the printer, I bet you understand Monet’s sentiment from your own unique perspective!
We’re all about alleviating torment and frustration here at PaperSpecs so we’ve asked Daniel Dejan back for an encore presentation of our “Mind Your Color” Webinar. (And the many requests of those of you missed the original Webinar didn’t hurt either.)
Webinar highlights
Proper conditions for viewing color
Paper’s effect on color
How to read a press sheet
Printing color with more predictability
The basics of color theory
Achieving critical color match going from RGB to CMYK
If you are an intermediate level graphic designer, art director, production manager, print buyer and project manager, “Mind Your Color” will take you to the next level in color theory and practice.
Webinar highlights
- Proper conditions for viewing color
- Paper’s effect on color
- How to read a press sheet
- Printing color with more predictability
- The basics of color theory
- Achieving critical color match going from RGB to CMYK
If you are an intermediate level graphic designer, art director, production manager, print buyer and project manager, “Mind Your Color” will take you to the next level in color theory and practice.
“Day and Night” 2-sided Accordion Concept
Posted: February 25th, 2010 | Author: admin | Filed under: Printing | No Comments »
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