Print your own business cards and stationary
There are some business articles that say professionally printed business cards and stationery are a must when starting out. However, if money is tight, an alternative viewpoint exists. You should know that, in most circumstances, laser-printed documents will suffice. You want your new cookie business to have a professional image, but you can keep the cost of business cards low by printing them yourself on a high quality printer or ordering them from a discount print house like Vista Print.
Some of the most elegant, professional-looking cards and letterhead are black and white with a simple font and logo. If your products are of high quality and your customer service solves customers’ problems, then the printing of your stationery (and invoices) won’t matter to your clients. You can get micro-perforated business cards at Staples. When you are first getting your cookie business started, the key is taking action. Having business cards with your information – as a legal, inspected, and licensed cookie business bakery — and handing them out, is critical to orders coming in.