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BY JERRY SIEBENMARK The Wichita Eagle

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Daily-deal sites, text message marketing, social media – digital marketing has exploded as businesses look for new ways to attract clients in an increasingly digital world. But studies show that print marketing continues to be one of the most effective tools for small businesses. According to research conducted by the U.S. Postal Service, 87 percent of Gen Y and 86 percent of Gen X bring in the mail the day it’s delivered, and 73 percent of Gen Y and 68 percent of Gen X retail Direct Mail readers have used coupons received in the mail.

Coming soon, we're going to make it even easier to submit your print and copy jobs online to your Neighborhood Business Center! For a sneak peek of the new system, check out this short video overview: Print to PostNet Sneak Peek

New Print to PostNet Benefits

• Send your files faster, with a streamlined submission process.
• Easily request a project quote from your Neighborhood Business Center.
• Quickly and easily approve proofs of your print and copy jobs.

In June, CNN Money published a story titled “The Death of Old School Yearbooks,” reporting that traditional yearbook printing had declined 4.7% a year over the past few years.

But while many schools – especially smaller ones – are giving up on yearbooks, others are finding that digital printers can help them print yearbooks on a budget. With the school year officially off and running, now’s the time to think about how your school or PTA will provide these important mementos to students.

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By Jason Daley, Entrepreneur Magazine - August 2011

A retired sailor sheds her sea legs and finds solid ground--and financial freedom--as owner of a franchise.

Read the original article at http://verona.patch.com/articles/postnet-neighborhood-business-center-comes-to-verona By David Jay, Verona Patch Retired Executive Ed Harrington, formerly in charge of corporate global accounts for MCI, and son Scott Harrington, IT professional in technical project management for large networks, will open a PostNet center in the 7-11 plaza, at 281 Bloomfield Avenue in Verona.  The center is scheduled to open on August 1.

You’ve probably seen them around little squares that look like TV static. What you may not know is that these little squares – called QR codes – can be a valuable marketing tool for your small business.

What’s a QR Code? A QR code is basically a barcode, just like the ones the clerk scans in the grocery checkout line. But they hold a lot more information than a standard barcode, and are becoming popular for businesses in a world where many consumers live on their smartphones and tablets.

Your dad doesn’t need another tie, and you’ve already sent him a lifetime supply of grilling- and golf-themed greeting cards. If you’re looking for a personal Father’s Day gift he’ll treasure, PostNet has a few ideas for you:

Virginia PostNet owners Amanda Crow and Dennis Allard discuss why franchises are a good fit for veterans on MSNBC’s Your Business segment. American Business: Marching Orders