Starting an Alternative Greeting Card Company, in need of feedback, thank you.?
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I think it is a great idea. Cards that you buy now are so de-personalized and generic that you end up having to write half a page in the card itself to personalize it. \nMy suggestions: 1.Cards for those who have been cheated on(men and women)2.Cards for friends(generally women)-sorry I haven't called lately,etc. I have a thousand ideas for great cards, I'm sure you can think up plenty.
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It sounds like you need customers.  Good luck.
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I think they are very nice...You are quite talented with poems.\n\nHave you considered getting in touch with a greetings card company? If you have the talent, why not share it with the world, and profit from it?
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You should get as many business cards made AS POSSIBLE.\n\n And put them out wherever you can! Like on bulletin boards, etc.\n\n Another thing is get your friends to mention your business in coversations [AKA "namedropping"]. You need to be highly visible and have your bussiness' name out there. \n\n Got a company logo? Put it on a tote bag and carry that around with you. Or make stationary with it, and use that for notes and whatnot.\n\nIf I think of some more ideas, I'll add them!\n\n[j]
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Neza, first of all a welcome to Yahoo Answers. Start asking questions, replying to previously asked questions, and share your knowledge.\n\nMy personal favourites are:\nhttp://www.bluemountain.com\nhttp://www.smilebug.com/\nhttp://www.hallmark.com/\nhttp://www.cardsulike.co.uk/\nhttp://www.greetingsforever.com/\nhttp://www.acegreetings.com/\nhttp://www.creativecyberspace.com/\n\nHere's a link with around 200 e-greeting sites :\n\nhttp://dmoz.org/Computers/Internet/E-mail/E-greetings/\n\n\n\nYou need to select an answer as the best answer, with the one you are satisfied with. I am telling you because since you have just entered the arena, you might not know. Have fun
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Good. I am intretsted to do joint venture with you, \n\nI am running a software development firm here , www.moonmicrosystem.com\n\nI want to expand, my company need finanshial support. \n\nthank you
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Your idea is kinda neat, but maybe use one of those stands with the coil part to place th card in.  Tiny frames might not be too useful afterwards.  The coil type stands can be used for photos or to place notes in and stuff.  I also like the CD idea too if you can afford it.
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You could open a shop but that could be high cost.\n\nHave you thought about offering the service TO other shops. Contact your gift shop, art shop, florists, choc shop etc and see if they would like to offer that service - you can collect and deliver. Minimal outlay until you get the clientale to justify a shop. As an artist you can create some nice looking poster or mock-ups and use these as displays for these outlets.
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Funny wholesale greeting cards sold to retailers of greeting cards at wholesale prices. Also wholesale greeting card display racks information.\nhttp://www.snafudesigns.com/\n\nGreeting Card Manufacturer Directory lists Greeting Card suppliers. Find a supplier or manufacturer of Greeting Card from China, Taiwan & Worldwide.  http://www.globalsources.com/manufacturers/Greeting-Card.html\n\nThe Greeting Card Association represents leading greeting card publishers and suppliers to the greeting card industry.\nhttp://www.greetingcard.org/gca_suppliermembers.html
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www.greetingcards.com (free)
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I can only comment on our network marketing company that we are distributors for. as we have been going for 27 years , with no debt, every country we open a head office in we buy it cash... We are currently in 114 countries. \nwe dont owe anyone money and our turnover in uk was 34 million and rising.we are ranked the 2nd successful mlm. I cant see any way possible that this would suddenly fold and the distributors lose out. The assets our company own include south fork in Dallas plus a number of other resorts worldwide. \nI feel safe with my company but you never stated which one you are joining and how long they have been going. I would be wary of joining any networking company that did not have a proven track record. before you sign do your homework, get as much info on the co as poss.\nI loved the whole concept of our company and they way that it works, I have since looked at a few other mlm and found their way does not benefit the distributor as much, but that does not mean to say there arent other good ones out there. If you would like to know more dont hesitate in contacting me but include a email for me to contact you back. I think speaking to someone else can help as you get a different view on things and good ideas!!
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Try 'MyCardMaker' at mycardmaker.com. You can use it free with limited amounts of cards, or get the full assortment by becoming an unlimited member. If you don't like this site, just go to google or yahoo!search. I myself use e-cards at hallmark.com. They're great and interactive!
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I started my business for the same reason.  It's been better than I realized it could be.  You can contact me via my webpage for more info.\nhttp://www.loveofjewels.com
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I think the first link below should have enough info to put together a card that your family member will appreciate.\n\nWhat a neat idea!
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I have tried them all at some point over the past 12 years.\nI acknowledge that some of them may have been vastly improved since I last used them.  However, here is my personal opinion:\n\nI much prefer Greeting Card Factory.  For one thing, the major components are all installed on your computer so you don't have to swap CD disks everytime you make a card to get the graphics.  That was my chief complaint with hallmark and printmaster ... though I have not used any of their programs in the past two years.  Another primary reason i like this program is that it is so easy to combine elements to make your own versions of cards.\n\nAnother one I have discovered ... it isn't specifically a card program, but it makes cards and so much more ... is from http://www.broderbund.com and is called Creating Keepsakes Scrapbook Designer Platinum v.3.  Besides all that is included on the four CD's of the program, there are tons of projects and graphics you can download from the broderbund website which significantly increases the inventory.  I have tried and looked at many similar programs, and most were less than satisfactory, but I love this one!
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Make up business cards with punches on them, creating a free sandwich when the card is full, or a free capuccino. Get cups, with your business name on them, sell them, giving a discount on refills. That brings the customer back to you to get a discounted drink. Anything that gets the customer returning is good. Put out samples of some items. Have other non-food items available for sale that advertise your business. Put out a sidewalk sign, advertising your grand opening. Use balloons & banners on the front of your building. Have friends or your kids stand out in front passing out balloons with your business name printed on them. Have fun. Good luck. <*)))><
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Looks good.\n\nPerhaps you can do more paper based marketing to shopping mall area and etc.