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Lanee' Blunt
By Lanee’
Blunt
A small
business or a consultant should have their own letterhead because it makes you
look professional and helps you compete with other companies. “A letterhead
often is the first section a reader notices on a letter. Thus, it is important your letterhead
appropriately reflect the essence of the individual or business,” according to
Gary Shelly, Thomas Cashman and Misty Vermaat in their book, “Microsoft Office
2007.”
Most desktop
publishing programs have features for letterheads but you can also create a
letterhead in a word processing program. Look at the templates. Choose a letterhead
design that you like in the gallery. A
letterhead template appears.
Some software
programs will allow you to create a logo or download one from the internet. Import
your company logo right in the design of the letterhead. Your logo should be a
design that will help you stand out from your competition.
Determine the
placement of the letterhead. Some letterheads have a design and color at the
top of the paper and the same color or another color on the bottom. Vertical
designs are another option to consider with bright designs along the side with
your logo.
Type your
business information into the personal information page. This includes your name, job or position,
organization name, address, suite number, phone, fax, and email. Choose a professional
font size.
Proofread
before printing. Print one copy to be sure that you like the color scheme and
layout. Print as many copies as needed.
Reference:
Gary Shelly,
Thomas Cashman and Misty Vermaat; Microsoft Office 2007; Thomson Course Technology
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