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Posted by at 30 March , 2010

NCAA Final FourCardsDirect is pleased to be a national supporter of the NCAA Final Four Basketball Championships to be held in Indianapolis on April 3. Believing that the sending of personalized greeting cards for all occasions is a relationship building slam dunk, the combination of greeting cards and basketball is a winning combination.

A well rounded business uses Birthday Cards, Anniversary Cards, Thank You Cards and more on a daily basis to booster relationships and court new ones. Building a business means teamwork before, during and after a sale. Just as West Virginia, Duke, Michigan State and Butler have confirmed, it takes more than one player on a team to win big. CardsDirect knows that it takes more than Holiday Cards to keep your name in front of your clients and business associates throughout the year and greeting cards are great for a full-court press.

Greeting cards can tip-off your customers to special events or big sales. Your customers will jump at the chance to do business with you when they feel that personal connection and one-on-one relationship. Cards can dribble out all year long but you’ll achieve a higher percentage of inbound business if you layup your business plan by including Anniversary Cards, Birthday Cards, Holiday Cards and other All Occasion Cards. By keeping Assortment Packs on hand you’ll never foul out by missing an opportunity to send the perfect card.
Basketball Invitations
Assist your sales force by providing personalized Customer Appreciation Cards as a baseline so they can beat the competition with a fast break approach to marketing. Your boosters will help you court new opportunities and you’ll be ready to rebound once the economy improves. Shoot for business growth and no client turnovers and you’ll be throwing up triple doubles in no time.

When it comes to personalized greeting cards, CardsDirect is a playmaker supporting your business efforts. When you need a scoring opportunity or just want to upset the competition, CardsDirect is your dream team!

Join us and CBS when the semifinal playoffs begin on the road to the National Championship and remember to sink your best shot and break out from the pack with personalized greeting cards from CardsDirect!

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Posted by at 26 March , 2010

According to the calendar, spring has sprung! New buds are bursting forth to bring us colorful arrays of beautiful flowers. New baby animals are appearing. The birds are chirping and all is right with the world!

Of course, it may not look that way where you live but the official first day of Spring was Saturday, March 2010. In celebration, here are some inspirational greeting card designs to consider as we wait for the snow to thaw!

Happy Birthday CardsThank You CardsPhoto CardsEarth Day CardsGet Well CardsBirthday InvitationsSympathy CardsBaptism InvitationThinking of You Cards

Why not turn over a new leaf this Spring and surprise a special customer or business associate with flower designed Birthday Cards, Invitations, Thank You Cards or floral greeting cards suitable for any occasion. Chances are they will spring at the chance to renew a business relationship with you as well!

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Posted by at 22 February , 2010

Flaunt ItHave you ever forgotten about someone just because you haven’t seen them in awhile? It is quite easy to do and if you’re in business, you certainly wouldn’t want to be forgotten! You don’t have to be a nuisance, but you do want your name to be the first one a customer remembers when they need the goods or services you have to offer. Without being obnoxious, flaunt your abilities and proudly express your company’s greatness, especially during tough economic times.

To make sure you are not forgotten, keep your name and your company name visible. Network like you never have before. Be seen. Go lunch where your customers do. Attend the meetings your customers attend. Join the trade organizations or groups they are into. Write articles for trade publications. The more your name is out there, the more successful you will become.
Thinking of You Cards
Stay connected and “seen” by sending personalized greeting cards when appropriate. An unexpected Thinking of You Card or surprise Anniversary Card or thoughtful Get Well Card will do wonders to enhance your visibility and is sure to add a personal touch they’ll remember when an opportunity becomes available for you to step in and save the day. And when that happens, you’ll be as proud as a peacock!

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Posted by at 15 February , 2010

There is currently a commercial on tv that shows people engaged in random acts of kindness. Not big deals, just little things like giving a child their dropped toy or holding an elevator door. These simple gestures bring smiles all around and just brighten everyone’s day. So, how about considering this workplace suggestion—
Thank You Card Assortment
Show a little appreciation for kindnesses done in the workplace by keeping a supply of Thank You Cards on hand. When someone goes above and beyond expectations, leave a signed card on their desk as a show of appreciation. Maybe your HR person could keep plenty available for employees to use when the need arises.

Birthday cards and Anniversary cards are great in the workplace but wouldn’t an unexpected Thank You card be an added incentive to do great things?! I bet this sort of act of kindness would be contagious and a sure motivator to encourage team players. And I bet CardsDirect.com has the perfect Thank You Card Assortment Pack all ready and waiting for you!
Thank You Cards
Maybe a co-worker helped you with a major report or someone took it upon themselves to clean out the break room fridge (a yucky smelly job no one wants to tackle), or maybe you just value an employee’s extra effort. A Thank You Card would make a world of difference and I wouldn’t be surprised if it wasn’t proudly displayed! What do you think? Why not try it for a few weeks and see what happens!

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Posted by at 9 February , 2010

BelieveTimes are tough and companies are watching what they spend. So how can you get them to part with some of their funds for the goods or services you are offering? First, believe in yourself, your company and your product. If you don’t believe, why should others?

For example, we know that at CardsDirect we offer the very best in quality greeting cards, selection and customer service. Sure, there are others out there who sell cards just like we do but they don’t have what we have and we know it! We truly believe in what we are offering and stand behind it just as you should stand behind what you are selling.
Customer Referral Cards
Keep focused on your main objective and customers will remain loyal. The better you treat your current base, the more they will in turn support you and drive new business your way. Focus on the positive, feel good about what you can control and get out there and smile! Life is good and what we do will only make it better!

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Posted by at 8 February , 2010

Computer GreetingsAccording to a recent survey, 63% of Americans feel that sending a greeting via Facebook or Twitter is inappropriate with 19% believing it is downright tacky! There is simply nothing like a traditional greeting card to surprise someone on their birthday or anniversary or other special occasion. I remember when ecards first came on the scene. It was nice to be remembered but when receiving greeting cards I take into account the effort behind the thoughtfulness and an ecard just doesn’t take all that much effort.

Greeting cards are often kept as treasured memories and I have yet to knowingly keep an ecard or Facebook “wall” wish. 37% of Americans think that sending a thank you note through a social network is inappropriate. Given that a thank you is meant to send appreciation, isn’t it worth the effort to hand write a short note on lovely Thank You Cards and put a stamp on them or hand deliver them?
Thank You Cards
The next time you want to reach out to someone, do it with style. Some may call greeting cards printed on paper, signed and delivered old-fashioned, but I call it personal. The effort you take is sure to be warmly received and returned in kind. Which do you prefer, paper or virtual?

{Source: Kelton Research}

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Posted by at 22 January , 2010

Smiley FaceOur goal at CardsDirect is to exceed our customer’s expectations before, during and following a sale. We’re delighted when our customer’s are pleased with their personalized and custom imprinted greeting cards and love to see those happy faces and compliments! Here are some of those unsolicited responses.

It would be hard to improve your service thus far– I spoke with a rep (Joey) who knowledgably and quickly answered the few questions I had.
Jack
Mills River, NC


I loved the ease of placing the personalized order.
Gail
Jackson, GA

Very easy site to navigate and create cards.
Deana
Columbia, PA

Very user friendly. I like to see what I am purchasing before I purchase it. I loved the tools!
Chasidy
Huntsville, AL

Have a compliment or suggestion to share? Comment to this blog post or email us at correspondence@CardsDirect.com. We’d love to hear from you!

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Posted by at 27 October , 2009

Please note that the charitable “Cards for a Cause” program and sponsorship explained below for holiday 2009 has now ended.
Ricky Gervais
Ricky Gervais visited our table at the HBO Luxury Lounge and chose an exclusive CardsDirect photo holiday card to benefit his charity of choice, the ASPCA. Mr. Gervais wanted to share a photo card with a picture of a cat on it to honor his new pet, but one wasn’t readily available. He can, however, upload his own cat photo for a very special photo holiday card, just as you can too!

Pets are special all year long but especially loved during the holidays. Remember to include them in your family holiday photo or feature them all by themselves! This photo holiday card design Mr. Gervais chose to support will result in a donation to the ASPCA through our Cards for a Cause program

Here are a few more examples to help you visualize how your pet might be included in your holiday photo cards once you send us your favorite pet image.

Holiday Photo Card PC1030Holiday Photo Card PC2920Photo Holder Card C6187Holiday Photo Card PC2600Holiday Photo Card PC2470

Will you include your pet on your holiday cards this year? Any tips on how to make them say, “cheese”?

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Posted by at 23 October , 2009

Please note that the charitable “Cards for a Cause” program and sponsorship explained below for holiday 2009 has now ended.
You don’t have to live in the 90210 zip code to show you have class! Custom imprinted holiday cards with your choice of personalization is all it takes to let your customers, business associates, friends and family know that you are successful and thankful for their support. Add the special opportunity to support a worthy charity with your card purchase and you are every bit as special as anyone living in Beverly Hills!

Join actors AnnaLynne McCord, Phoebe Abrams and Matt Lanter from the popular television show 90210 in supporting the charities they have chosen through the Cards for a Cause campaign by purchasing the photo holiday card designs they are representing here.

AnnaLynne McCord aka Naomi ClarkLily Collins aka Phoebe AbramsMatt Lanter aka Liam Court

Holiday Photo Card PC6570Holiday Photo Card PC6548Holiday Photo Card PC6565

The Blind ProjectThe Maple Counseling CenterAlzheimer's Association

These exclusive photo cards are truly one of a kind and you’ll be happy to know that you can place your order from the comfort of your own mansion!

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Posted by at 16 October , 2009

By now you’ve all heard the story about the 6 year old in Colorado whose parents thought he had taken a joy ride in the family’s experimental helium balloon. No less than the Norad and the US Air Force were strategizing ways to bring him down safely. Turns out he was hiding from his parents at home and not even in the balloon, thank goodness. Sure made for some interesting live news though!

Anyway, it brought these uplifting images to mind! Don’t wait until its too late to let someone know you care. Opportunities like these can float away unexpectedly! Rise to the occasion by sending one of these:
Decorative Balloons Recycled Birthday CardHot Air Balloon Birthday CardAir Balloon Ride Retirement CardFun Balloons Recycled Birthday CardBoy with Balloons Birthday Invitation

If you’re planning an uplifting event soon, we have more balloon themed greeting cards you should see!

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