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Team Uniform Guide

Jul 26

If you've worked for a few years, chances are you've worn a company uniform at some point. Uniforms are common in many industries, trades, and professions. They help create a consistent brand image...

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

Jun 5

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...

Decoration Methods, Simplified: Part II

Jan 23

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 ...

6 Helpful Tips to Address Unhappy Customers

Sep 18, 2025

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...

Sustainability & Environmental Responsibility: Why it Matters

Aug 5, 2025

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 ...

How Promo Products Can Tell Your Brand's Story

Jul 14, 2025

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...

Imprint Everything: A Guide to Printing Methods

Jun 8, 2025

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...

How to Manage the Workload of a Leader

Nov 5, 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...

What Millennials Want (And How to Work With Them)

Sep 30, 2024

Many people agree that there is a high demand to diversify the workforce with young specialists bearing fresh ideas and new perspectives. Furthermore, we need to prepare this growing generation for...

5 Fail-Proof Ideas for Your Business Instagram

Sep 22, 2024

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...

6 Books That Every Business Owner Should Read

Sep 15, 2024

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...

The Secrets to Attracting Ideal Customers

Jun 20, 2024

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...

Your Product Decorating Questions Answered

Jun 13, 2024

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...

Using Customer Profiles to Find the Perfect Promo Products

Feb 19, 2024

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...

How One Hour Can Determine Your Success

Nov 29, 2023

After working a long, tiring day, all you want to do is plop down on the sofa and watch TV. The thought of laying on the couch spending hours of mindless activity is tempting to most. In fact, the ...

5 Tips for Boosting Social Media Engagement

May 22, 2023

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...

How Promo Products Can Make a Lasting Impression

Apr 30, 2023

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 ...

3 Things Every Busy Professional Needs

Feb 24, 2023

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...

Your Brand Is Your Business - Market It!

Feb 17, 2023

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 ...

Branding 101: Let’s Talk Logos

Feb 10, 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...

9 Useful Apps for Sales & Marketing Professionals

Dec 5, 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...

4 Ways to Improve Communication

Sep 29, 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...

How to Put Together an Onboarding Kit

Jun 11, 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 ...

Your Graphic & Web Design Cheat Sheet

Apr 20, 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...

5 Healthy Tips for Business Trips

Feb 27, 2022

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,...

8 Graphic Design Mistakes to Avoid

Feb 13, 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...

5 Invaluable Marketing Books to Help Grow Your Brand

Nov 3, 2021

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...

The Power of Promo: Why People Love Freebies

Oct 5, 2021

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 ...

Graphic Design Terms Everyone Should Know

Sep 28, 2021

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...

The Power of Perceived Value

Aug 31, 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...