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Re: Created Newsletter and Want to Make Public

Lighthouse24 — Fri, 21 Dec 2007 17:17:22 GMT

If you have a digital master (Photoshop, Publisher, Quark, etc.), you can submit it to many print shops and generally have newsletters delivered to you within four or five days. I've found a couple of these shops to be less expensive (and often faster, in spite of the shipping) than any local printer. Two examples:

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http://www.printingforless.com/

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http://www.48hourprint.com/

An earlier post mentioned VistaPrint. I've used them for business cards, letterhead, and invitations and was very satisfied with that work -- however I don't they'll be as competitively priced or have as fast a turnaround on something like newsletters. Hope this helps. Best wishes.

Re: Created Newsletter and Want to Make Public

ExodusBC — Fri, 21 Dec 2007 16:16:35 GMT

Thank you for your help. We have tried this avenue but did not know if this was a good idea. With your confirmation, we will continue to keep trying with this method.

Re: Created Newsletter and Want to Make Public

ExodusBC — Fri, 21 Dec 2007 16:04:58 GMT

We do have advertising but to make the opportunity to advertise, we make classifieds free (as long as the ad is personal and not for a business) and have provided ads gratis to some businesses that have generously contributed to our free monthly raffles that we hold at our monthly meetings/networking events. Thank you for your help!

Re: Created Newsletter and Want to Make Public

ExodusBC — Fri, 21 Dec 2007 16:02:19 GMT

Wow! What valuable information! Thank you!

Re: Created Newsletter and Want to Make Public

ExodusBC — Fri, 21 Dec 2007 15:58:34 GMT

We do currently send the newsletter out to those that provide their email address but we alternated the hard copy method with the email method. Would you suggest making the publication available to view or send it directly to individual addresses? Also, how could we profit financially from this type of distribution?

Re: Created Newsletter and Want to Make Public

NetworkGuru — Fri, 21 Dec 2007 13:31:07 GMT

Have you scouted your community for a print shop. A lot of times, those mom and pop shops will give you a great deal, as they sometimes have a hard time competing with the bigger online companies. Also, as they are close, you should be able to proof a copy for free before printing the lot.

I would suggest finding a few near you and pricing them, then look at the costs of doing it online.

Re: Created Newsletter and Want to Make Public

LUCKIEST — Fri, 21 Dec 2007 13:21:55 GMT

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1. Start Smart
2. Plan Ahead
3. Set up Systems
4. Seek out Sales
5. Aim for Growth
6. Leverage Opportunities

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business focus. Good fortune is great, when it matches your vision for
the business. Always consider if a good opportunity is the right fit
for your business. If something looks great, but it's not in sync with
your long-term plan and budget, think carefully before committing your
company's resources.

Re: Created Newsletter and Want to Make Public

MiaDoro — Fri, 21 Dec 2007 13:06:21 GMT

One of the best places to look is online; Try PSPrint or VistaPrint. Both offer great full color products at costs that are manageable. The turnaround is usually very quick and you have a range of quantities. I've had success with SharpDots and would suggest them but I don't know if they produce newsletters. Good luck.

Re: Created Newsletter and Want to Make Public

BLINDS&SHADES — Fri, 21 Dec 2007 09:46:45 GMT

i don't know much about this ,but if i was you , i would sell ad space in your newsletter where people can advertise ? what do you think?
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Re: Created Newsletter and Want to Make Public

WEBillions — Fri, 21 Dec 2007 09:32:41 GMT

It seems that you have your heart set on a hard copy. However, you might want to just consider using electronic version to grow. It will be WAY cheaper and you'll want a website anyway for this so it won't be much more work. I'm about to start a newsletter at www.webillions.com with the primary purpose of building a user base for my upcoming social network, which is under testing. Of course, there will be lots of great content for the new members to get them excited. And the best part is that the only cost is my time and patience. I haven't had to pay for anything. That might be a good way to start and you can always consider paper versions later. At least find out if people have a preference one way or another. People might actually prefer electronic these days. You won't know until you ask.