I'm not just saying this because I'm a designer and it's my livelihood... but if you need to promote your business, use a professional - whether you hire a designer or find a professional template online for a flyer, brochure or business card - whatever it is, you want to present your business professionally and with style, class and a clear message. I am seeing so many people trying to 'do it themselves' with Publisher or Word and these are not professional layout programs. They don't give you the control to design something that really works, even if you do have an eye for design. The type and image controls are limited. Plus, your fonts may be limited and instead of looking contemporary, your piece may just be "fine" like the materials a school teacher hands out to students.
Do you want to introduce people to your business like that?
There are plenty of student designers, or people who will work with you on price, as well as online resources for templates with design elements and fonts to make your business stand out and your information to be picked up by a potential customer.
Don't hurt yourself because you don't want to spend a few bucks.
First impressions are very important when it comes to a printed piece.
Good luck!

I really enjoy these Manta tips, and I agree with this one strongly. I haven't missed a deadline in years (in 15 years, I missed 2 - ask me about those situations), and I have NEVER come in over budget.
Deliver on your commitments

Have you checked out my Facebook page, and "Liked" me?

Please do! Facebook.com/linsgraphics

Thank you!

I'll return the favor.

I'm glad I didn't charge for the Facebook Fan Page Banners I designed...

Since, they are making mandatory changes...

Here is a good article about how the changes affect us, and may benefit us too. I like how she lists PROS and CONS of the new changes...

I want to grow my business - and I'm ready!

How do I go about finding a good sales person? All advice welcome! Thank you!

Do unto others... you know the rest...

When someone does a job quickly for me, I try to pay them quickly. It just makes sense to me...

So, if I'm asked to create something for someone because they need it 'now' (so, usually within hours, or at most, a day or two, depending on the size of the project), the least I ask is that they pay within the 15-30 days of receiving my invoice.

Am I asking for too much? I'm serious - this is not a rhetorical question...

Thank you to YOU and Happy Anniversary to Lins Graphics - 15 years!

I'm a little melancholy this week as my 15 year anniversary approaches and it will be the first year I have NOT thrown a party: here are some past parties and go to linsgraphics.com under "fun" for more...
http://www.linsgraphics.com/fun_.html - enjoy!