{"id":20778,"date":"2017-04-27T19:26:15","date_gmt":"2017-04-27T19:26:15","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.freelogoservices.com\/blog\/2017\/04\/27\/how-to-make-a-business-card-5-elements-to-include\/"},"modified":"2025-12-31T16:23:42","modified_gmt":"2025-12-31T16:23:42","slug":"how-to-make-a-business-card-5-elements-to-include","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.freelogoservices.com\/blog\/how-to-make-a-business-card-5-elements-to-include\/","title":{"rendered":"How to Make A Business Card: 5 Elements to Include"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">As a small business owner, successfully marketing your products and services should be one of the first items on your to-do list. It\u2019s one of the quickest ways to make an impression and serve as a point of reference for potential clients. <\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">A <a href=\"https:\/\/www.freelogoservices.com\/business-cards\/start\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" aria-label=\"(Opens a new window)\">business card<\/a> is an important part of marketing your brand, which defines who you are and what you stand for. It&#8217;s your distinctive calling card. Your business card should reflect that brand based on your style, image, and identity, so understanding what you need your business to convey is key.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">There are many different elements that make up a good business card. Consider this \u2013 what are the things that attract you to an organization after you\u2019ve seen their business card \u2026 or not. The professionalism and style in which the business card is presented influences whether or not you take them seriously, doesn\u2019t it? The same mindset should be applied when designing your own. <\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><strong>Here are three things to remember:<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><strong>BRAND<\/strong> is the perceived <\/span><em><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">emotional corporate image<\/span><\/em><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> as a whole.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><strong>IDENTITY<\/strong> encompasses the <\/span><em><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">visual aspects <\/span><\/em><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">that form part of the overall brand.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">A <strong>LOGO<\/strong> identifies a business in its simplest form with the use of a <\/span><em><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">mark or icon<\/span><\/em><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2>How to make a business card: 5 core elements<\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">There are many different variations of the business card. A well-designed business card has the following elements:<\/span><\/p>\n<h2>Layout and design<\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The type of design you choose should speak directly to your brand image through color, shape, orientation, and copy. Horizontal and vertical cards are the standard &#8212; one is landscape, and the other is portrait-styled. <\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Your business card concept should drive your brand messaging without words. For instance, if your logo is a car, you want to make sure the colors are vibrant and your <a href=\"https:\/\/www.freelogoservices.com\/blog\/2017\/03\/15\/6-components-of-a-logo-design-masterpiece-infographic\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" aria-label=\"(Opens a new window)\">logo design<\/a><\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u00a0stands out. The main goal is to get customer\u2019s attention and impress with the very first look.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2>Business logo<\/h2>\n<p>Once you have decided what style, orientation, and material you want, it\u2019s time to concentrate on another important aspect of your brand \u2013 your logo. If you already have a logo, you\u2019re ahead of the curve.<\/p>\n<p>But if you don\u2019t, now is the time to sit down and get one created. One way to do this is by using an <a href=\"https:\/\/www.freelogoservices.com\/step1\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" aria-label=\"(Opens a new window)\">online logo maker<\/a> to\u00a0<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">create a nice design for your brand.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2>Card material and finish<\/h2>\n<p>Deciding the type of material you want your card printed on can also make a difference. You can choose paper in a gloss or matte finish &#8212; both are standard options. Matte typically looks and feels a bit more subdued, while gloss can help color look more vibrant. You should choose a finish that complements your brand identity and overall card design.<\/p>\n<h2>Card colors<\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The <a href=\"https:\/\/www.freelogoservices.com\/blog\/2016\/03\/22\/infographic-how-to-choose-your-logo-colors\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" aria-label=\"(Opens a new window)\">colors<\/a>\u00a0<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">of your business card should revolve around your logo for a cohesive look. The colors should also convey the type of industry you are in. If you\u2019re in the entertainment industry or are focused on anything dealing with children, consider vibrant and exciting colors. <\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Muted colors work well for more professional settings, like accountants or doctors, but remember &#8212; these options aren\u2019t set in stone. Again, if you\u2019re searching for something to make an impact, go against the grain.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2>Business information<\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">No business card is complete without the right information. This could include your tagline if you have one, and the basics:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Name of organization<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Logo of organization<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Name of individual<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Contact number<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Email address<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Website<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Social media icons<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Address (if you have a brick-and-mortar location)<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2>Getting ready for the printer<\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Once you\u2019ve put all of this information together and you have your design, it\u2019s time to start thinking about printing. The standard printing process is 4-color offset. This ensures all your colors come together in a striking way. If you\u2019re working on a limited budget, doing a 1- or 2-color option may work best for you. A spot color process (where only certain elements have color) also works well.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The printer will be able to tell you what type of color mode you should use, such as CMYK or RGB. This determines how the colors are presented on your card. Additionally, you should make sure that all images are hi-res (high resolution) so they will be sharp and clear. Most printers require a minimum image pixelation of 300 dpi.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Use these tips when designing your business card to project the right image for your brand. With a little time and patience, you\u2019ll be well on your way to knowing how to make a business card.<\/span><\/p>\n<p>Ready to get started? Get some design ideas by trying our <a href=\"https:\/\/www.freelogoservices.com\/business-card-maker\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" aria-label=\"(Opens a new window)\">business card maker<\/a>.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>As a small business owner, successfully marketing your products and services should be one of the first items on your to-do list. It\u2019s one of the quickest ways to make an impression and serve as a point of reference for potential clients. 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