Decoration Methods, Simplified: Part II

Mar 16

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 Books That Every Business Owner Should Read

Jul 7, 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...

Giving Back: The Importance of Corporate Social Responsibility

Mar 6, 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 ...

6 Reasons You Need a Company Store

Oct 18, 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...

How to Choose Uniforms the Whole Team Will Love

Jul 28, 2023

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 &nd...

Lanyards: Everything You Need to Know

Mar 19, 2023

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 ...

How Promo Products Can Tell Your Brand's Story

Jan 14, 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...

Leading the Workplace: How to Develop Your Leadership Skills

Dec 30, 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...

Branding 101: What Makes a Brand Powerful

Oct 9, 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...

The Power of Promo: Why People Love Freebies

Apr 29, 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 ...

Sustainability & Environmental Responsibility: Why it Matters

Mar 16, 2022

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 to Make Rush Orders Less Stressful

Dec 25, 2021

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...

8 Graphic Design Mistakes to Avoid

Oct 14, 2021

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 Tips for Boosting Social Media Engagement

Aug 10, 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...

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

Jul 4, 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...

5 Simple Tips to Organize and Run Effective Meetings

Jun 27, 2021

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....

Using Customer Profiles to Find the Perfect Promo Products

Jun 20, 2021

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 ...

5 Healthy Tips for Business Trips

Apr 15, 2021

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,...

6 Tips on Professionally Reaching New Heights in 2020

Jan 20, 2021

Can you believe 2020 is here? We can't either! With the new decade beginning, it's important to take baby steps that will eventually help you reach your professional goals this year. Whether you ho...

Business Travel: How COVID-19 Changes Everything

Nov 8, 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 numb...

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

Oct 10, 2020

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...

Branding 101: Let’s Talk Logos

Sep 4, 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...

Graphic Design Terms Everyone Should Know

Jun 1, 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...

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

Apr 4, 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 defin...

How Promo Products Can Make a Lasting Impression

Mar 6, 2020

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 ...

16 Ways Color Affects Your Branding and Marketing

Feb 28, 2020

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...

Your Product Decorating Questions Answered

Feb 13, 2020

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...

How to Juggle Work and Life Balance Like a Boss

Jan 30, 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...

Imprint Everything: A Guide to Printing Methods

Jan 1, 2020

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...

5 Fail-Proof Ideas for Your Business Instagram

Dec 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 h...

5 Invaluable Marketing Books to Help Grow Your Brand

Dec 18, 2019

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...

9 Useful Apps for Sales & Marketing Professionals

Dec 11, 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...

How to Put Together an Onboarding Kit

Dec 3, 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 ...

Corporate Social Responsibility and the Beauty of Giving Back

Aug 17, 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...

Why You Should Be Having More Fun at Work

Apr 3, 2019

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 ...

Graphic Design Terms Everyone Should Know

Feb 4, 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...

Your Brand Is Your Business - Market It!

Jan 14, 2019

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 ...

7 Ways to Instantly Make Your Website More User-Friendly

Dec 24, 2018

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...

4 Steps to #Winning Social Media

Dec 17, 2018

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...

What Millennials Want (And How to Work With Them)

Nov 18, 2018

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...

How One Hour Can Determine Your Success

Oct 21, 2018

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 Ways to Boost Employee Morale

Sep 8, 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 ...

How to Work Smarter, Not Harder

Sep 1, 2018

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...

How to Protect Your Business From Hackers

Aug 11, 2018

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...

Why You Need Promotional Products

Aug 4, 2018

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 adv...

4 Ways to Improve Communication

Jun 14, 2018

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...

Advice for Getting the Most Out of a Business Trip

May 31, 2018

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...

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

May 9, 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...

3 Things Every Busy Professional Needs

Apr 11, 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...

How to Manage the Workload of a Leader

Mar 27, 2018

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...

Your Graphic & Web Design Cheat Sheet

Jun 21, 2019

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...