Monday, May 20, 2013

Using Brochures to Aim for Success


business brochures
Quality brochures can make a good impression on potential customers.  It is important for any successful business to share information about what they have to offer to their customers. There are several different methods for getting that information out to the public.  Brochures are a great way for a business to advertise their products or services and connect with their potential customer base.

Brochures can contain enough text that you can generate curiosity about what you have to offer — with effective copywriting, you can share a wealth of information in only a few words.

Detroit Print Shop has many options to help you decide how best to reach the public.

Brochures are an important tool in the world of advertising. Besides getting word out on general business issues, you can also use these for special events, sales, or other various projects that your customers (or potential customers) need to be aware of.

Informational or promotional materials can be placed at other complementary businesses as well as in mail boxes, through standard direct mailing setups with the Post Office. Because direct marketing can be so effective, these brochures often pay for themselves because not only will they help to generate sales, but they will increase your customer base, increasing the amount you make in the future on sales, special promotions, holiday events, etc.

Getting your marketing material in the consumer’s hands through brochures and other methods could influence their decision to purchase your products or take advantage of your services over your competitors’.

Brochures as Effective Advertising


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Get your business noticed by potential customers.  Every business is looking to increase their existing customer base, and one way to do that is to include brochures within your marketing strategy.

Brochures aren’t just for handing out a trade shows, networking events, or at meetings with potential clients. They can also be used to inform customers of complimentary businesses about your services.

Many Detroit restaurants have a display stand near their entrance that includes brochures and other marketing materials for a variety of companies. Including a full-color, attractive brochure printed by DetroitPrintShop.com will increase your chances of being noticed by potential customers as they enter or leave the restaurant.

Another place to distribute brochures is complimentary businesses that involve customers waiting for services. If you are an aesthetic salon, for example, having brochures available at nearby hairstylists, tanning salons, or boutique shops can be a great way to catch the attention of your customer demographic.

An automotive supply store might arrange to have a brochure display available at a tire shop or detailing service, where customers are waiting for their cars to be serviced.

Some of the most effective marketing takes place when businesses think outside the box, and find new ways to use existing marketing tools to attract new customers, and remind existing customers of their business and offers.

Thursday, May 16, 2013

Integrate Brochures and your Online Presence


When printing marketing materials, don’t forget to include online contact information.


Sometimes in the frenzy of trying to design a brochure or other marketing materials, key information is left out, which can result in missed opportunities with some potential customers.

Because online research and social networking are becoming more and more a part of the consumer buying cycle, it’s vital that you are available online. But once you’ve built a website, and created some profiles on popular networking sites like Facebook and Twitter, it’s important to let your “offline” contacts know they can also find you online.

A great way to do this is to include online contact information on marketing materials like brochures. This contact info will vary depending on how you’ve chosen to market online, as well as how your target customer uses the internet.

In general, though, including the following is a great start:

  1. Website URL and Contact Email
  2. Blog URL (if different from main website)
  3. Twitter Account Name
  4. Facebook Info (could be a profile, a business page, or a group)
  5. Signup page for online / email newsletter (if not easily accessible from website or blog)

Integrating your online marketing efforts with those you’re using offline will ensure that you get the most out of every marketing dollar.