Adobe actively sponsors such user groups across the globe, and incentivizes them with discounts, raffles and educational materials. It’s a win-win and a great chance to network with your peers.

Here’s more information about the User Group Network.

If you’re interested in an Adobe chapter, drop me a note: bill@copiesandink.com

They’re printed on that standard paper, using standard process inks, just like every other card you’ve seen lately.

The text is lackluster, the result of software defaults.

The logo doesn’t look quite right, and it’s lost in the cluttered layout.

Worst of all, there’s no memorable message or emotional appeal to the reader. I mean, now that I’ve seen your card, why should I care?

If there’s any seven square inches of real estate that deserves your attention it’s your business card. So frequently it’s the first and only impression of your company in print.

Of course, every aspect of your business marketing deserves your attention. Customers and prospects do notice these kinds of details, if only subliminally. Be it your business card, your website, or the just the impersonal voice mail message that greets your callers.

Is it possible to capture your unique genius, your reason for being in a business card? Absolutely! Take the time to really think this through, and you’ll be amply rewarded.

Take a look at a few of these cards. Some are truly remarkable. And please share your favorite card idea with us; I can’t wait to see where your creativity takes you!

A word of thanks to everyone who participated at the recent Adobe PDF workshop at Copies&Ink. It certainly was a busy, informative session. Rave reviews abounded from everyone.

Kelly has once again shared her personal list of links and free resources. Here they are, for those who attended, and those who couldn’t. Enjoy!

Adobe Resource Guide

by Kelly McCathran

Adobe Groups
The group I mentioned at your event is Creative Suite Lovers, look for the white CS4 logo

http://groups.adobe.com

Kelly’s Extra Handouts

http://public.me.com/kmccathran

Adobe TV – Creative Suite 4 Demos
Cool videos on how to do almost anything in the Creative Suite
tv.adobe.com/

Creative Suite 4 Info
Suite breakdowns & Upgrade pricing
www.adobe.com/products/creativesuite/

Adobe Design Center
Step-by-Step Lessons, Guides and Tutorials for CS2 & CS3 also access to User Forums & Feature Requests
adobe.com/designcenter/

Adobe Design Center Video Workshop
Flash Movies on all Creative Suite 3 Products and many new features
adobe.com/designcenter/video_workshop

Adobe Print Resource Center
Transparency guides and PDF Print Production Information and a wealth of print related resources
adobe.com/go/print

Adobe Events
Find Adobe Certified Trainers and Training Centers in your area, on-demand and live eClasses as well as road show events
www.adobe.com/events

Adobe Education
Educational resources for K-12 and higher education, free curriculum and more
www.adobe.com/education