The History of Promotional Products
Jul 30
If you've ever been to a music festival or convention and walked away with a bag full of freebies, then you know that promotional products work! But did you know that those quirky logoed products h...
Continue ReadingWhy You Should Consider A New Hire Welcoming Kit
Mar 19
Did you know that according to Gallup, only 12% of employees feel they have experienced a good onboarding experience? Onboarding is more than just filling out the mandatory HR paperwork and some tr...
Continue ReadingWhy You Should Be Having More Fun at Work
Jan 19
In the past, the words "work" and "fun" were two very different concepts that could never be caught in the same sentence. The old school rationale taught us that if you are enjoying yourself at wor...
Continue ReadingHow Promo Products Can Make a Lasting Impression
Jan 4
How would you describe your company in 30 seconds? This common sales technique is known as an elevator pitch, and the goal is to captivate the attention of your potential clients and explain how ...
Continue ReadingDecoration Methods, Simplified: Part II
Oct 7, 2025
In our recent post Decoration Methods, Simplified: Part I, we introduced you to several different types of decoration methods for promotional products. Because there are SO many options, now we're ...
Continue ReadingYour Product Decorating Questions Answered
Sep 22, 2025
You encounter promo products every single day. You hold them, wear them, and maybe even smell them. But, did you know every one of these products goes through an extensive design process, whether t...
Continue ReadingAdvice for Getting the Most Out of a Business Trip
Jul 18, 2025
Traveling for business can be a hectic experience if you approach your upcoming trip without any preparation. As with everything else in the world, there is an art to getting the most out of busine...
Continue ReadingYour Graphic & Web Design Cheat Sheet
Jun 5, 2025
The world of graphic and web design is complicated and there is a lot of terminology out there to learn. To help you out, we've put together a cheat sheet with answers to some of the top graphic de...
Continue ReadingYour Guide to Promotional Shirts
Mar 26, 2025
If you've ever run a 5k or attended a basketball game, chances are you've got a promotional shirt in your drawers somewhere. According to PPAI's 2019 Consumer Study, wearables are the #1 most popul...
Continue Reading6 Benefits of Customer Loyalty Programs
Jan 20, 2025
Everybody loves getting new business - it's exciting! Because new customers are so crucial to growing a business, many companies pour the majority of their marketing time and energy into generating...
Continue ReadingHow to Make Rush Orders Less Stressful
Oct 12, 2024
Whether you just found out you need products for an event soon, or someone forgot to place an order, sometimes rush orders just happen. And that's okay! Getting your order in last minute doesn't me...
Continue ReadingImprint Everything: A Guide to Printing Methods
Dec 26, 2023
Once you've found the perfect promotional product for your business or organization, the next step is to emblazon it with your logo or message. Depending on the item, there may be multiple decorati...
Continue Reading5 Simple Tips to Organize and Run Effective Meetings
Nov 19, 2023
If you work from 9 to 5, chances are you've sat in a meeting before. Whether it be a brainstorm session or roundtable discussion, it doesn't matter the industry you are in, meetings are inevitable....
Continue ReadingHow to Work Smarter, Not Harder
Oct 20, 2023
Do you ever find that no matter how hard you're working, you're not getting the results you want? You put in the long hours at the office, you answer every email, you skip lunch, and yet you're sti...
Continue ReadingBranding 101: Let’s Talk Logos
Aug 29, 2023
A logo is often a company's first impression and it can impact a customer's perception, purchase decisions and overall attitude toward your company. A logo is a symbol or graphic element that repre...
Continue ReadingThe Best Apps For Organization
Aug 22, 2023
For many of us, keeping organized and productive seems to be the goal that haunts us throughout the year - especially in an increasingly digital age where social media, a million calendar reminders...
Continue Reading6 Things You're Missing out on by Not Using Promotional Products
Mar 7, 2023
Promotional products aren't just for niche industry operations. Whether you are a small organization looking to grow your business, or an established company wanting to reach a new market, a produc...
Continue ReadingProduct Safety: What You Need to Know
Jan 2, 2023
No matter what they're purchasing, no one wants their products to be unsafe - it's a no-brainer! In the United States, there are several different product safety regulations that promotional produc...
Continue ReadingLeading the Workplace: How to Develop Your Leadership Skills
Dec 10, 2022
Do you want to lead? Or, are you already in a management or supervisory role and want to be the best leader you can be? Then we've got good news for you. No matter what your current position is lik...
Continue Reading6 Books That Every Business Owner Should Read
Nov 10, 2022
As business owners, it's crucial to understand the trends that affect your industry and your company. Each day, you consume an incredible amount of data, statistics, and research. However, it's als...
Continue ReadingHow to Choose Uniforms the Whole Team Will Love
Sep 19, 2022
If you've been in the workforce for a couple of years, you've probably had to wear a company uniform at one point or another! Across all industries, trades, and professions, uniforms are common - t...
Continue ReadingHow to Protect Your Business From Hackers
Jul 29, 2022
Business owners have a lot to lose in the event of an unfortunate data breach. From intellectual property to customer lists to bank account numbers, hackers have their eyes set on the most invaluab...
Continue ReadingBranding 101: What Makes a Brand Powerful
May 24, 2022
A powerful brand is more than just a great logo and a mission statement (although those certainly lay the groundwork for any brand.) We live in a time where competition rises up on every corner, an...
Continue ReadingThe Secrets to Attracting Ideal Customers
Apr 17, 2022
You put together the business plan, signed the lease, designed an informative website and...*crickets*. It can be pretty discouraging when you put in the effort, but you're not attracting your id...
Continue ReadingHow to Put Together an Onboarding Kit
Feb 18, 2022
Employee engagement starts the second a new employee walks in the door, so it's important for companies to make a good impression on their first day! The onboarding process shouldn't just be about ...
Continue Reading8 Graphic Design Mistakes to Avoid
Feb 3, 2022
From social media graphics and website layouts to creating a cohesive grouping of promotional products, there are plenty of opportunities to flex your creative muscles and grow your business at the...
Continue Reading6 Things You're Missing Out on by Not Using Promotional Products
Jan 20, 2022
Promotional products aren't just for niche industry operations. Whether you are a small organization looking to grow your business, or an established company wanting to reach a new market, a produc...
Continue Reading6 Reasons You Need a Company Store
Sep 19, 2021
As more and more companies turn towards e-commerce, shopping online has never been easier or more enjoyable. Ordering branded products is no exception! Company stores give you a convenient and comp...
Continue ReadingThe Power of Perceived Value
Jul 7, 2021
In marketing terminology, perceived value is what consumers think a product is worth to them. Outside factors like personal memories or associations, celebrity endorsements, resemblance to a higher...
Continue ReadingGiving Back: The Importance of Corporate Social Responsibility
Mar 14, 2021
Whether you're putting together a fundraiser, donating food to a local shelter, or volunteering at a soup kitchen, supporting causes you care about makes you feel good and makes the world a better ...
Continue ReadingHow Promo Products Can Tell Your Brand's Story
Dec 18, 2020
Stories are powerful. From sharing stories around the campfire to writing fictional novels, storytelling has connected people together for thousands of years. But, have you ever considered storyte...
Continue Reading7 Ways to Instantly Make Your Website More User-Friendly
Sep 28, 2020
With more and more people preferring to conduct business exclusively online, a user-friendly website isn't just desirable, it's required if you want to be successful. These seven tips will help you...
Continue ReadingGeneration Z vs. Millennials: What’s the Difference?
Sep 14, 2020
We're all familiar with the stereotypes that characterize the millennial generation- avocado toast, "killing" chain restaurants, and being social media obsessed. But what actually defines a millenn...
Continue ReadingBusiness Travel: How COVID-19 Changes Everything
Aug 15, 2020
"Business as usual." The common phrase people use when everything resets and goes back to a normal routine. However, due to the COVID-19 pandemic and the safety of employees as the number one prior...
Continue Reading5 Tips for Boosting Social Media Engagement
Jul 17, 2020
Social media is used for different purposes. News outlets tweet out breaking news, fashion trends are posted on Instagram, and political ads are promoted through Facebook. Social media platforms ar...
Continue ReadingYour Brand Is Your Business - Market It!
Jul 10, 2020
As a marketing professional, you understand better than anyone the importance of establishing a distinct brand presence for your company. People gravitate to those they identify with and can trust ...
Continue Reading4 Steps to #Winning Social Media
May 28, 2020
Social media is one of the fastest growing and ever-changing media platforms in existence. What began as an online community for the younger generations, now encompasses billions of people across t...
Continue ReadingWhy You Need Promotional Products
May 21, 2020
In a world of ever-changing advertisement trends, there is one marketing solution that never grows old - promotional products. Studies show promotional products were ranked as the highest advertisi...
Continue ReadingLanyards: Everything You Need to Know
May 7, 2020
When it's time to choose the perfect lanyard for your company or organization, you may not be aware of all the things to consider when purchasing your new supplies. Lanyards come in many different ...
Continue Reading5 Healthy Tips for Business Trips
Dec 22, 2019
So, you're traveling for work again. There are only 365 days in the year, can you recall how many days you've been on the road? It doesn't matter if you are traveling internationally to Hong Kong,...
Continue ReadingHow to Juggle Work and Life Balance Like a Boss
Dec 7, 2019
Sometimes life gets hard. You don't have to work a night shift from Monday to Sunday to agree with that statement. Even the most effortless of jobs, those we believe to have truly mastered, can ge...
Continue Reading4 Ways to Improve Communication
Nov 23, 2019
Have you ever had this conversation before? Them: "How are you?" You: "Yes." Or have you ever been in a meeting and realized you zoned out halfway through? Or how about when you're at the movie...
Continue ReadingCorporate Social Responsibility and the Beauty of Giving Back
Nov 15, 2019
Organizing a fundraising event. Donating food to a local animal shelter. Serving at a soup kitchen. No matter what you do to give back, volunteering feels pretty good, doesn't it? But it doesn't h...
Continue ReadingCustomer Experience + Branding: The Relationship Goals of Marketing
Nov 1, 2019
Customer experience can make or break your company. How you and your employees treat customers directly reflects your brand's values. But the truth is, positive customer experiences can be difficul...
Continue ReadingGraphic Design Terms Everyone Should Know
Sep 19, 2019
It can be hard to communicate with a design team on a project when the designers speak their very own language. That's why we have a rundown of words you may come across frequently that can save yo...
Continue ReadingHow to Manage the Workload of a Leader
Aug 21, 2019
We all have a superstar in the office. They're the ones who get all their work done before the deadline, befriend everyone in the office, manage an entire team, and still make it to the gym every d...
Continue Reading5 Ways to Boost Employee Morale
Aug 14, 2019
When it comes to building a successful company culture, maintaining positive employee attitude is key. Not only are happy employees more productive, but your company is also more likely to attract ...
Continue Reading5 Fail-Proof Ideas for Your Business Instagram
Jun 25, 2019
What generates over 95 million photos and videos each day, 4.2 billion likes daily and has 700 million active users? You guessed it - Instagram. This photo and video sharing social platform have re...
Continue Reading9 Useful Apps for Sales & Marketing Professionals
Jun 17, 2019
Your phone's ringing off the hook. You've got three meetings back to back. Emails are piling up in your inbox. And when you have a moment to book your next business trip, you wonder how you're ever...
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