When Does Branded Merchandise Become an Investment Instead of an Expense?
Oct 23
Every company has expenses. Payroll. Rent. Insurance. Utilities. Marketing. Most companies automatically place branded merchandise in that same category. An expense. But after more than 34 ...
Continue ReadingYour Event Isn’t a Surprise. So Why Is Your Swag Order?
Oct 22
"I need 500 pieces for an event next week. What can you get me?" If you've ever sent a message like this, you're not alone. We hear some version of it all the time. And here's what I've learned: ...
Continue Reading5 Promotional Products That Actually Work for Medical Practices
Oct 19
Getting your medical practice noticed can feel tricky. A restaurant can send a mascot to a football game and hand out free t-shirts. A retail shop can run flashy giveaways on social media. But hea...
Continue ReadingWhat Makes Gen Z Tick?
Oct 12
It's 2020, and Generation Z is growing up. The generation includes people born between 1995 and the 2010s, putting the group's eldest squarely in their mid-twenties. Chances are that you may work a...
Continue ReadingResidential Real Estate Promotional Products
Aug 14
The residential real estate industry is a huge one. In the U.S. alone, it's expected to reach 3.11 trillion dollars by 2030. For renters and buyers, the options are endless when it comes to real es...
Continue ReadingWhy Packaging Matters in Promotional Merchandise
Aug 7
Have you ever gotten a promotional item that seemed more valuable than it really was? Or maybe you received something useful, but it didn't stand out because the packaging was forgettable. Often...
Continue ReadingLead a Healthier Lifestyle With These 6 Promotional Products
Jul 1
Eating healthy. Weight management. Working out five times a week. There are many health-related resolutions we set at the beginning of a new year. But, do we follow through with them? Many times, t...
Continue ReadingFrom Giveaway to Connection: Turning Swag into Relationships
Apr 14
Let's be honest... Most swag ends up in a drawer, a junk pile... or worse-the trash. And that's not just wasteful. It's a missed opportunity. Because the right promotional product doesn't just s...
Continue ReadingThe Best Apps For Organization
Mar 20
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 Products to Show Your Support for Breast Cancer Awareness
Nov 29, 2025
Suppose you're looking for a cause to support to make sure that your business is responsible and giving back to the community. In that case, breast cancer awareness is an excellent choice because i...
Continue ReadingHow Promo Products Can Tell Your Brand's Story
Sep 30, 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...
Continue ReadingBranding 101: What Makes a Brand Powerful
Jul 18, 2025
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 ReadingYour Guide to Decoration Methods: Part 1
Jun 5, 2025
How do you decide which type of decorating method to use when so many possibilities are available for customized apparel and products? Each decorating choice has various advantages. In this blog, w...
Continue ReadingHow to Put Together an Onboarding Kit
May 29, 2025
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 Reading5 Products That will Send you Over the Moon and out of This World
Jan 28, 2025
For the first time since Neil and Buzz took those first steps on July 16th, 1969, there hasn't been a more exciting time for space exploration than right now. Just recently, we landed another rover...
Continue ReadingUsing Customer Profiles to Find the Perfect Promo Products
Jan 20, 2025
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 Reading8 Graphic Design Mistakes to Avoid
Jan 6, 2025
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 Benefits of Customer Loyalty Programs
Dec 22, 2024
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 Reading6 Stuffed Animals to Cuddle Your Way to Happiness
Oct 11, 2024
Almost everyone had a favorite stuffed animal growing up. They were a friend that you confided your deepest secrets to, a friend that could keep you company when thunderstorms rolled through the ni...
Continue ReadingTake a Hike! 6 Products to Help you in the Great Outdoors
Oct 4, 2024
Did you know that between the United States, Mexico, and Canada, there are 15 different ecological regions in North America? Right in our own back yard, you can go from the frosty tundra of far nor...
Continue ReadingBamboo: It's Not Just for Pandas!
Aug 14, 2024
What first comes to mind when you think of the phrase "made from sustainable materials"? Bamboo, of course! Bamboo, which is a type of grass (who knew!), is an incredible renewable and sustainable ...
Continue Reading12 Perfect Pediatric Products for Babies
May 27, 2024
Oh, babies! What a joy to welcome. Bringing a new baby into the world is so exciting (but also stressful and frequently sleepless). New parents know that there's a lot to procure and prepare before...
Continue Reading5 Black-Belt Worthy Karate Promo Products
Apr 28, 2024
Ready to chop and kick your way into a win? Well, look no further! Here are five top-notch karate items that are perfect for any karate school! Karate Medal Karate Stress Reliever K...
Continue ReadingReusable vs. Disposable Items
Jan 24, 2024
Disposable products are a common part of everyday life for most folks - think single-use items like plastic cutlery, paper plates, shopping bags from the grocery store, napkins, the coffee cup from...
Continue ReadingYour Guide to Promo Hats
Jan 9, 2024
A hat is a hat, right? With so many different styles available, it's easy to get confused. With this quick guide to promotional headwear, you'll learn the differences between the various styles of ...
Continue ReadingYes, There's a Difference: Everything You Need to Know About Pens
Dec 10, 2023
Even as much of our world goes digital and paperless, the pen remains an essential tool in both office and home life. With so many different types of pens, choosing the "write" one can be a lot har...
Continue ReadingGeneration Z vs. Millennials: What’s the Difference?
Nov 11, 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 defines a millenn...
Continue ReadingFrom Zero to Wow: 6 Uniforms That Every Employee Will Love
Nov 3, 2023
Have you ever worked at a 9 to 5 job where there is a mandatory uniform? But... this required uniform is old, frumpy, and 100 percent unflattering? We've been there too! There are benefits of unif...
Continue Reading6 Fun Products for Keeping Kids Occupied at Home
Oct 27, 2023
Since the coronavirus outbreak has forced many schools and daycares to close, millions of children are experiencing a major disruption in their daily lives. Parents working from home may be struggl...
Continue ReadingCraft the Perfect Trade Show Swag Bag
Apr 18, 2023
Virtual tradeshows are definitely here to stay, and that isn't a bad thing! Not only are virtual tradeshows a lot more cost-effective for the organization hosting them, but they're also cheaper for...
Continue Reading6 Things You're Missing Out on by Not Using Promotional Products
Apr 11, 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 ReadingTrends to Consider When Choosing Your Promotional Products
Jun 4, 2021
There's a lot that goes into choosing the right promotional product for your marketing campaigns: your target audience, what impression you want to make, budget constraints, etc. In fact, we've ded...
Continue ReadingBig Ideas for Marketing Your Small Business
Mar 5, 2021
Are you finding that some of your "tried and true" marketing efforts just aren't working as well as they used to? Perhaps it's time to think outside the box and explore some new options to attract ...
Continue ReadingCreative Ideas for Customized Boxes
Feb 26, 2021
With so many people working from home over the last year, "care packages" are a popular contact-free option for employee incentives, client gifts and promotional giveaways for virtual conference ev...
Continue Reading5 Ideas to Grow Your Email List
Feb 19, 2021
During the pandemic, email has become a primary way of communicating with clients and growing your email list is key to a successful marketing operation. Here are just a few suggestions on how you ...
Continue Reading4 Marketing Ideas to Stay Connected to Clients In 2021
Feb 12, 2021
One question which should constantly be on every business owner's mind is this: "How can I find more ways to successfully reach my clients?" This is especially important in today's "zero contact" w...
Continue Reading5 Keys to Growing Your Business in 2021
Jan 22, 2021
We can all agree that 2020 proved to be challenging in many respects, and it certainly wasn't "business as usual." Now that 2021 has begun, it's time to decide what goals to focus on in the new yea...
Continue ReadingWhy You Should Welcome New Employees With a Swag Box
Jan 19, 2021
Is it time to hire new employees for your business? While the hiring process can be stressful, once you get those new employees in the door, it's time to make sure they feel at home in the workplac...
Continue ReadingCreating the Ultimate Swag Box: The Best Products from Women Owned Businesses
Dec 22, 2020
The Best Products from Women Owned Businesses for a Swag Gift Box Send your clients a meaningful swag gift box by featuring the best products from women owned businesses. We list our favorite prod...
Continue Reading4 Branding Tips You’ll Need For A Successful 2021
Dec 4, 2020
It's time to start planning for 2021, and one of the most important - and overlooked - areas of your business that might need attention is your branding. For many businesses, this year has been one...
Continue ReadingAdding A Personal Touch to Virtual Events
Nov 20, 2020
Chances are you've attended at least one virtual event on Zoom this year. While online events are nothing new, the sheer number of these events has increased substantially as in-person conferences,...
Continue ReadingEmployee Appreciation Ideas for the Holiday Season
Oct 30, 2020
This has certainly been a year of ups and downs for businesses. Now more than ever it's important that we remember those that continued to be there day in and day out as we navigated the challenges...
Continue Reading4 Tips to Start Planning Your 2021 Strategy
Oct 23, 2020
Even though we still have 2 ½ months left in 2020, it's time to planning your strategy for growth in 2021. While the pandemic still makes the future unpredictable, there are a few things tha...
Continue ReadingSend Customized Swag Boxes to Clients this Holiday Season
Oct 16, 2020
Our clients are the backbone to our business success, and it is very important that we let them know how much we appreciate them - especially after all the challenges we have all faced this year. T...
Continue ReadingUnique Marketing Strategies For This Unorthodox Holiday Season
Oct 9, 2020
This holiday season has already taken on a different tone with companies deciding what they want to do for this holiday season. Budgets are tight, people are pandemic weary and last year's holiday ...
Continue Reading4 Ways to Show Your Appreciation This Holiday Season
Oct 2, 2020
It's certainly been a long and trying year for us all. As we approach this holiday season, it's more important than ever to appreciate employees and clients who have weathered the storm with us. He...
Continue Reading5 Marketing Strategies to Navigate Through the Holidays and COVID-19
Sep 25, 2020
The 2020 holiday season will be like no other. With many pandemic restrictions still in place, it's time to rethink traditional marketing strategies for this holiday season that will not only suppo...
Continue Reading5 Invaluable Marketing Books to Help Grow Your Brand
Sep 21, 2020
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 ReadingBranding 101: Let’s Talk Logos
Aug 23, 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 Reading4 Steps to #Winning Social Media
Jul 25, 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 Reading5 Trending Sponsorship Ideas for Virtual Events
Jun 19, 2020
One shift that has emerged from the Covid-19 lockdown is that many conferences and larger-scale business events that were once delivered in-person have now become virtual, allowing the events to co...
Continue ReadingThese Are the Tech-Savvy Promotional Products You Are Looking For
Jun 12, 2020
Technology advances exponentially. By the time you finish reading this article, you might be actually be reading it in some virtual reality café where Elvis is serving you a strawberry daiqu...
Continue Reading6 Inexpensive (and Effective) Ways to Promote Your Business
Jun 12, 2020
We all realize that the key to any business success lies in effectively promoting our products and services to our target audience. When business is booming, we as business owners are more than hap...
Continue ReadingCase Study: Thank You for Spooning
Jun 5, 2020
Description: 10 Oz. Aztec Spooner Mug Industry: Advertising / Marketing / Publishing What it was purchased for: A major coupon distributor was looking for a thank you to give out to advertisers...
Continue ReadingUtilizing Promotional Products WILL Increase Brand Awareness
Jun 5, 2020
Brand awareness is incredibly important for business success and overall marketing goals. The ultimate goal is that whenever someone sees your logo, they instantly recognize it and relate it to yo...
Continue Reading10 Tweetable Quotes for Motivation
May 14, 2020
People love quotes. That's probably why 30% of retweets on Twitter are quote-related. You can tap into that trend by posting engaging and entertaining quotes on your company's account. However, quo...
Continue ReadingHow to Make Your Business Stand Out in the Crowd
May 1, 2020
We all want to make a good impression in business today. But with all that is happening, it can feel nearly impossible to stand out. You may be drowned out by all of the information available abo...
Continue ReadingHow to Create Buzz Around a Launch With Promo Products
Apr 30, 2020
So, you're launching a new product or service? Congratulations - what an exciting time for your business! We understand that your next step is to develop your action plan to make this launch overwh...
Continue ReadingA Quick Guide to Promotional Bags
Mar 25, 2020
Whether you're at a tradeshow, school, office, or even the grocery store, chances are that you're going to see a promotional bag. Bags are one of the most ubiquitous promotional products - and for ...
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