Small Business Identification

So you just started your business, and you need some help with your name tags and other small business identification needs? Well, look no further as you have reached the Name Tag Experts! We know just what your identification needs should look like. From adding a logo to designing and layout, we’ve got you covered.

First, you need to understand that it’s all about your business. Think about why you started the company (i.e., what your product or service offers your customers). Now that you have that in mind, you can begin to think about which identification products you need to order. From name tags to ribbons, we have everything you will need.

A Five Step Guide to the Perfect Name Tags

Engraved, gold plastic name tag with a company, name and title for small business identification.

Let’s start with name tags! A name tag is a powerful tool that, when designed correctly, makes your business memorable. If you want customers to remember you and connect with your company’s representatives, let us help you learn how to design the perfect name tags for your business.

1. Decide what you want to accomplish with your name tags. This goal will determine what you put on them.

2. Figure out which tag size you need. Choose a size that matches your logo and the information you need to add to it.

3. Design your layout. Allow enough space around your text and logo so the viewer can distinguish each piece of information.

4. Choose a font for your text. The font gives your name tag a certain vibe, so make sure it matches how your business helps your customers.

5. Select the color combination for your name tags. While your name tag colors should match your brand identity, remember that your text still needs to be readable.

If you need any additional help trying to figure out which product is best for your small business identification, use our name tag selection guide to help.

Name Tag Selection Guide

Make sure your name tags provide all of the necessary information. Most importantly, for a name tag to do the job required, the name must be easy to read from a comfortable distance. Other valuable information to include can be a title; this can help open communication at networking events and between your employee and the customer. (Learn more at https://www.nametag.com/selection-guides/name-tags/.)

Making Small Business Identification Work for You

Now that you have selected the perfect name tag, think about what other needs your company has. All small business identification should retain your original business message: how does your product/service best serve your customer. So, when you are ordering name plates, ribbons and even award plaques, remember that consistency is a must.

Matching engraved name plate and name tag for small business identification.

From colors to logos, consistency matters.

Using name tags, name badges and other personal identification items will establish your brand. Your brand is how you define yourself and your business. By defining this as you get started, you help establish your company as an industry leader. Finding the right consistency with logos, colors and fonts helps to solidify your message.

Make sure to use the same colors for all of your logo work. Find a way to keep your logo and text the same on all name tags and name plates. If your office uses signage, make sure to include the proper colors and consistency. A company who ensures that their brand is well developed will retain connections with their clients and customers.

Ribbons, Lanyards and Other Identification Products

Make sure that everything you use for your business matches your message. From ribbons and lanyards to all of your name tags, use your logo and business colors for the best recognition. Some companies eventually rebrand or change their colors. If you end up doing this, remember to update your name tags and ribbons to match. Your customers will thank you as they continue to do business with you.

Do you need more identification tips? We provide many tips and strategies in our blogs, and you can always ask for help whenever you need it. So, leave a message, and we’ll get you the learning materials you need.

Q&A: Your Name Tag Investment

For our third and final installment of this question and answer blog series (the links to the first two are at the bottom), we wanted to focus on how you can get the most out of your name tag investment. While the questions here may not be as common as some of the others we have answered in the past couple of weeks, we feel that they are just as important.

ROI: Return on Investment

Return on Investment for your name tags

Let’s first answer this, what is ROI? Return on Investment (ROI) is a performance measure used to evaluate the efficiency of an investment or compare the efficiency of a number of different investments. ROI tries to directly measure the amount of return on a particular investment, relative to the investment’s cost.

Now, what does that have to do with your name tags? Well, shouldn’t you be getting a good return on your name tag investment? We think so, and that is precisely why we only offer the highest quality of products. Let us explain what we mean!

Question: Why should I use a name tag?

Answer: Because they are COOL! That and the fact that name tags can improve your business in so many ways.

From employee and visitor identification to showing off your company logo and branding, name tags will make your business complete. By utilizing name tags in your company’s culture, customers will relate better to your employees. Name badges eliminate any barrier between the customer and employees. Even name plates provide identification to offices and retail establishments. So, try adding these to your business today. 

Question: Do I want a logo or the name as the focus on my name tags?

Answer: To determine that, you will want to consider what you will be the primary use of the tag.

Two engraved logo name tags

For example, in a retail setting, your customer will already know which store they have come to. When wearing a name tag there, the name and title should be the main focus. You can even consider different color selections to distinguish different job roles. Use one for managers, one for trainees and another color for permanent staff to identify those roles quickly.

On the other hand, if you are using these name badges for a trade show or outside sales, your logo should be the tag’s focal point. Make sure to select the proper printing process to make your logo stand out to draw people in. After all, you want to make people remember who you are.

Q: If I don’t know how to design my name tag, can you design it for me?

Answer: We have several options available to aid you in your product design.

If you don’t know exactly how you want your name tags to look, we have a design team here to assist you. We also have many products with available templates to help you get the look you need for your business. We always send a digital proof on all of our custom products for you to approve before your name tags are put into production. 

Don’t worry about making sure that your name tag looks great; we do that for you! That way, you can focus on other things that make your business retain your professionalism. 

Question: How are my custom products made?

Answer: We make each product you order from a carefully designed proof approved by you before production starts.

A variety of name tags to show how adding a logo can improve your investment

All of our custom products are made only from the highest of quality materials. You can see the type of material you will be getting on every order page. From our plastics and metals to even our ribbon types, we make everything with our customers in mind. If you’re unsure of what you want, or the quality, simply order a product example before making your purchase.

Do you have a question that wasn’t answered here?

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Other Question and Answer Blogs:

Week One: How to Use Identification

Week Two: Perfect Your Networking Strategy With Custom Ribbons