The Edge of the Metal Business Card Case
Try browsing through the local stationery shops or surfing the web for business card cases. You would not believe the wide variety of business card case designs that have flooded the market. Business card cases have no longer become a luxury. Neither has it remained stagnant as a mere accessory. Recently, business card cases have shifted to become a necessity. People from all walks of life have been witnesses to the rising significance of business cards — or name cards as some refer to it. Thus, with the number of business cards one receives in a lifetime, purse compartments no longer serve its former purpose as business card holders. So, the reign of business card cases now begins.
What kinds of business card holders are there? To name a few, there is a metal business card case, a rubberized business card case, pocket business card holders, plastic business card holders, album type business card holders, a leather business card holder and business card cases with stone finishing. These business card holders are becoming as individual as you are. Light, compact, pocket business card holders are becoming all the rage. You can just put it inside your purse or inside your front jacket pocket, right beside your mechanical pocket watch. Very handy, right? However, nothing could rival the popularity of metal business card cases.
How has the metal business card case won the hearts of thousands of young professionals the world over? It seems that the corporate world’s affinity for metal business card cases stem from the emergence of metal cigarette holders. The fun, compact, stylish compartments could surely boost your overall professional style rating. Just imagine, rummaging through your purse looking for an old, leather album type business card holder. Imagine looking over to the person next to you as she reaches for her classy, sexy, metal business card holder. That made you feel inferior didn’t it?
More than that, these metal business card cases have a huge added advantage — they are incredibly durable, sturdy and will never crumple your business cards or give it the unsightly dog ears that people just hate to see. These metal business card holders, however, are not heavy at all, despite their durability.
As each ingenious product has a downside, here is the biggest negative aspect of having a metal business card holder: The hinges. Some metal business card holders have flimsy hinges. One fall, one slip and the hinge could break, leaving you mourning for your lovely metal business card holder. In addition, the rubbing of business cards takes a bit of a toll on the first and last cards. These two buffers show a little wear and tear due to the metal rubbing against these business cards.
All in all, having metal business card holders has huge advantage — over the traditional business card holders, that is. Its benefits, greatly outweighs its cons. Despite the lovely designs, the glossy finish and the light materials used, most business card holders are actually pretty inexpensive and easy on one’s budget.
Comments
Comment from Ken
Time March 16, 2009 at 2:27 pm
You need to keep accurate records when running a business. This will be your best defense if you ever get audited.
For IRS purposes, you need to make a profit every 3 out of 5 years to have the IRS prove that you are not running a business. Otherwise, it is up to you to prove that you are running a business and not doing a hobby. You can prove that you are running a business by keeping your business accounts and personal accounts separate.
You can write off any legitimate business expense including dinners with clients, car expenses, equipment, etc.
Having a separate checking account and credit card is a good idea. However, it isn't necessary. You can comingle your business and personal expenses using your personal accounts. But, if you do this, then it will be harder for you to prove that you are running a business.
For your revenues, you don't need a corporate account to make you deposits. You just need to make the deposits in your separate account that you use for business.
You can read Publication 334 for more information.
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Comment from JJ
Time March 16, 2009 at 1:57 pm
you've got it back to front. First you look for a niche in the market that needs to be addressed or you note a shortage of demand. If you are not addressing these keep your money in your pocket.
Business opportunities come from hobbies expanded, new technology (e.g. become the Blue Ray expert), niche markets e.g. something a cultural group wants or needs, changes in law create opportunities for experts to emerge, changes in demographics e,g, more children in the area.
Look around. Ask people around you.
How to start will depend on the idea – some businesses start part time until they get enough customers to move on – some start as web based businesses and others just have to bite the bullet and go bigtime. Whatever you do please do a business plan before you start – work out the details on profitability, time needed to make it work etc before you commit any money to the idea.
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