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Your Product Decorating Questions Answered

May 4

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...

The History of Promotional Products

Apr 27

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...

5 Simple Tips to Organize and Run Effective Meetings

Jul 5, 2025

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....

Customer Experience + Branding: The Relationship Goals of Marketing

May 16, 2025

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...

The Secrets to Attracting Ideal Customers

Apr 18, 2025

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 yo...

3 Things Every Busy Professional Needs

Mar 28, 2025

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...

6 Books That Every Business Owner Should Read

Mar 14, 2025

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...

9 Useful Apps for Sales & Marketing Professionals

Dec 25, 2024

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...

The Power of Perceived Value

Nov 26, 2024

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...

Lanyards: Everything You Need to Know

Jul 12, 2024

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 ...

6 Helpful Tips to Address Unhappy Customers

Apr 23, 2024

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...

6 Reasons You Need a Company Store

Oct 16, 2023

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...

Generation Z vs. Millennials: What’s the Difference?

Oct 8, 2023

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 defin...

The Best Apps For Organization

Jul 27, 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 rem...

Branding 101: What Makes a Brand Powerful

Jun 20, 2023

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...

5 Healthy Tips for Business Trips

Jun 12, 2023

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,...

How Promo Products Can Tell Your Brand's Story

May 7, 2023

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...

Sustainability & Environmental Responsibility: Why it Matters

Mar 17, 2023

As the reality of our planet's changing climate is becoming more and more apparent, being committed to sustainability has become a business imperative in the eyes of consumers. According to a 2018 ...

5 Ways to Boost Employee Morale

Dec 6, 2022

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 ...

How to Manage the Workload of a Leader

Sep 8, 2022

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...

6 Things You're Missing Out on by Not Using Promotional Products

Jul 26, 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...

5 Fail-Proof Ideas for Your Business Instagram

Jun 26, 2022

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 h...

8 Graphic Design Mistakes to Avoid

Feb 27, 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...

4 Ways to Improve Communication

Feb 5, 2022

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...

Your Graphic & Web Design Cheat Sheet

Jan 29, 2022

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...

How Promo Products Can Make a Lasting Impression

Oct 19, 2021

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 ...

Why You Should Be Having More Fun at Work

Sep 28, 2021

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 ...

16 Ways Color Affects Your Branding and Marketing

Sep 14, 2021

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...

How to be an Empathetic Leader and Still Get the Job Done

Aug 24, 2021

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...

Product Safety: What You Need to Know

Jul 18, 2021

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 ...

Imprint Everything: A Guide to Printing Methods

Jun 12, 2021

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...

Leading the Workplace: How to Develop Your Leadership Skills

Jun 5, 2021

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...

Your Brand Is Your Business - Market It!

May 6, 2021

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 ...

Giving Back: The Importance of Corporate Social Responsibility

Mar 17, 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 ...

How to Juggle Work and Life Balance Like a Boss

Sep 26, 2020

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...

Graphic Design Terms Everyone Should Know

Sep 18, 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 yo...