Bill Alpert | Copies&Ink Printing

Night School: Photoshop

Just in time for Summer vacation, a bit of knowledge can go a long way in making your photos shine. Here's one of the best Adobe Photoshop tutorials I've run across. Yes, some things are over simplified, but for the average user: this will really help. Even if you don't own Photoshop, the concepts presented

Night School: PhotoshopBill Alpert2011-06-28T18:24:27+00:00

The Right Strategy Wins

If you’ve tried everything, and nothing seems to be working, it could be your strategy. After decades of working with business owners, I’ve found that even the most basic marketing tactics are effective when the right basic strategy is in place. And when no strategy (or a poorly chosen strategy) is in place, the world

The Right Strategy WinsBill Alpert2011-02-10T21:22:58+00:00

2 Step Tactical Marketing Using Print

1. Start with a great strategy. (see our post on strategies) 2. Create a postcard, mailer or brochure that speaks clearly to your strategy. You can’t go wrong here. Your strategy encompasses your strengths and the deep needs of your customers. Your tactic is simply opening a communication channel with your customers. Examples: If your

2 Step Tactical Marketing Using PrintBill Alpert2011-02-10T21:23:52+00:00

The Mother of All New Year's Resolutions

This isn’t about my needing to lose ten pounds, though that certainly woudn’t hurt. Instead, it’s about sleeping at night, and making sure my family is well cared for. It’s about waking up with a smile on my face and excitement for the day ahead. When all is said and done, what else counts? Think

The Mother of All New Year's ResolutionsBill Alpert2011-01-06T19:03:56+00:00