Why More Businesses Are Creating Online Branded Merch Stores
Oct 30
"Can you send me the logo again?" "Who ordered these shirts?" "Why are different locations using different branded materials?" If managing branded merch in your business feels more chaotic than ...
Continue ReadingYour Guide to Promotional Shirts
Aug 27, 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 ReadingYour Product Decorating Questions Answered
Jun 15, 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 ReadingHow to Make Rush Orders Less Stressful
Jun 8, 2025
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 Reading6 Benefits of Customer Loyalty Programs
Apr 19, 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 Reading5 Invaluable Marketing Books to Help Grow Your Brand
Feb 1, 2025
In the world of business, marketing trends are always evolving and it's easy to be overwhelmed. Sometimes you take one step forward only to be knocked two steps back. Luckily, there are endless res...
Continue ReadingWhy You Should Be Having More Fun at Work
Jan 24, 2025
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 ReadingGiving Back: The Importance of Corporate Social Responsibility
Dec 12, 2024
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 to Manage the Workload of a Leader
Oct 23, 2024
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 ReadingWhy You Should Consider A New Hire Welcoming Kit
Oct 16, 2024
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 ReadingDecoration Methods, Simplified: Part II
Aug 19, 2024
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 ReadingHow Promo Products Can Make a Lasting Impression
Jul 14, 2024
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 ReadingImprint Everything: A Guide to Printing Methods
May 17, 2024
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 ReadingGeneration Z vs. Millennials: What’s the Difference?
May 2, 2024
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 ReadingThe Best Apps For Organization
Nov 7, 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 ReadingLeading the Workplace: How to Develop Your Leadership Skills
Apr 30, 2023
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 Helpful Tips to Address Unhappy Customers
Jan 12, 2023
It's the moment you dread. The phone call you don't want to pick up. The review you're scared to address. Responding to unhappy customers seems like a chore. It can be overwhelming and humiliatin...
Continue ReadingHow to be an Empathetic Leader and Still Get the Job Done
Nov 28, 2022
Empathy is the ability to feel the same emotions felt by someone else. This trait allows you to feel pain for a friend whose going through a divorce, or excitement for a sister who was recently pro...
Continue ReadingThe Power of Perceived Value
Nov 20, 2022
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 Reading9 Useful Apps for Sales & Marketing Professionals
Oct 21, 2022
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...
Continue ReadingThe Power of Promo: Why People Love Freebies
Sep 22, 2022
Getting free items can feel like winning the lottery. Whether it's a free sample at the grocery store or a free trial of your favorite streaming service, it is always exciting to get something for ...
Continue Reading5 Simple Tips to Organize and Run Effective Meetings
May 12, 2022
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 Choose Uniforms the Whole Team Will Love
Jan 6, 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 ReadingThe History of Promotional Products
Sep 20, 2021
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 Reading5 Tips for Boosting Social Media Engagement
Sep 6, 2021
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 Reading6 Reasons You Need a Company Store
Aug 8, 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 Reading6 Things You're Missing Out on by Not Using Promotional Products
Apr 29, 2021
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 Books That Every Business Owner Should Read
Jan 11, 2021
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 ReadingUsing Customer Profiles to Find the Perfect Promo Products
Dec 14, 2020
When business owners are asked about the customers they serve, many times, their response is: "Well, we serve everyone..." If a company served everyone, it would be impossible to build a successfu...
Continue ReadingLanyards: Everything You Need to Know
Oct 9, 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 ReadingGraphic Design Terms Everyone Should Know
Oct 2, 2020
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 y...
Continue Reading8 Graphic Design Mistakes to Avoid
Sep 18, 2020
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 Reading7 Ways to Instantly Make Your Website More User-Friendly
Aug 4, 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 ReadingYour Graphic & Web Design Cheat Sheet
May 24, 2020
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 ReadingWhy You Should Buy USA-Made
Mar 27, 2020
During times of growing uncertainty in the global markets, customers are becoming more and more interested in purchasing American-made items. Buying American-made is about more than just patriotism...
Continue Reading5 Healthy Tips for Business Trips
Mar 13, 2020
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 ReadingBranding 101: Let’s Talk Logos
Mar 5, 2020
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 ReadingGraphic Design Terms Everyone Should Know
Dec 10, 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 ReadingCorporate Social Responsibility and the Beauty of Giving Back
Nov 4, 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 ReadingHow to Protect Your Business From Hackers
Oct 13, 2019
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 ReadingHow Promo Products Can Tell Your Brand's Story
Sep 22, 2019
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 Reading4 Ways to Improve Communication
Aug 9, 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 Reading5 Fail-Proof Ideas for Your Business Instagram
Aug 2, 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 ReadingHow to Juggle Work and Life Balance Like a Boss
Jul 19, 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 ReadingHow to Put Together an Onboarding Kit
Jun 6, 2019
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 ReadingAdvice for Getting the Most Out of a Business Trip
May 30, 2019
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 ReadingHow to Work Smarter, Not Harder
May 23, 2019
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: What Makes a Brand Powerful
May 15, 2019
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 ReadingWhy You Need Promotional Products
Apr 17, 2019
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 Reading5 Ways to Boost Employee Morale
Dec 15, 2018
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 ReadingYour Brand Is Your Business - Market It!
Nov 24, 2018
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 Reading6 Things You're Missing out on by Not Using Promotional Products
Nov 2, 2018
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 Reading16 Ways Color Affects Your Branding and Marketing
Oct 26, 2018
Substantial research shows why color matters in branding and how it plays an important role in how we experience marketing. These 16 facts give you a glimpse into how you can use color to your adva...
Continue Reading3 Things Every Busy Professional Needs
Sep 20, 2018
If there's one thing we never have enough of, it's time. We haven't quite figured out a way to freeze time yet, but we have found ways to save it. If you're a busy professional, these three FREE pl...
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