We recommend using Canva to create your Business Cards and other networking materials (such as flyers, coupons, etc.) because they offer easy-to-use templates that look professional. They offer a free account option, which can be helpful for small businesses.
To get started, click here to create your account. Once you've created your account, follow the steps below to create your Business Cards.
1. Templates
Using a template is the easiest place to begin! Canva has created hundreds of choices, that you can search by keywords, colors, professions, styles, and themes.
2. Personalize It!
Once you choose your first design, you will want to personalize it! When creating a Business Card, your goal is to create something that reflects you and your business. Creating several designs is a great idea!
Ways to personalize:
Add your logo.
Don't forget to add ways to contact you- links to your profile page and social media links.
*Reminder- Where to locate your website in your Boss App
3. Make it clear what you do!
4. Try different colors, icons, and templates.
5. Add a QR code that links to your profile page & they can download the app!
6. Use both sides of the card.
3. Order Your Cards
Once you have finished creating your cards, you have a few choices:
If you have access to a printer- print your cards. **Note- this is a Free option!
Download your card design as a PDF, JPG, or PNG file. You can take this file to a local shop for printing, such as FedEx or a print shop. **Note- this is a Free option!
Order your cards through Canva. Select the 'Print Your Business Cards' button in the top right corner. Once you have completed the details, your cards will be delivered!
4. Dumpling Templates
Not sure where to start? Too many templates to choose from? That's ok! We've created four templates that you can use and personalize to make your own!
How it works:
When you click on this template link-->Dumpling Templates in Canva, you will see 4 templates in Canva. Two cards include a front and back design, and the last two designs only have a front-side design. Instructions on creating and personalizing your own QR code are listed above.
To use the template, click on the 'File' button on the top left side of the screen.
In the new drop-down choose 'Make a Copy'.
If you haven't created a Canva account yet, you will be prompted to complete this step next.
Once you have created an account you can begin personalizing your Business card design!
When you are ready to print, follow the steps outlined in #3 above!
5. Additional Resources
For more guidance and ideas, here are a few helpful videos and articles!
Looking for the 'Powered by Dumpling' logo? Just click below to download or copy it from the business card templates in Canva!