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Why More Businesses Are Creating Online Branded Merch Stores

Aug 13

"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 ...

Team Uniform Guide

Jul 22

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...

How to Make Rush Orders Less Stressful

Jul 15

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 at the last minute doe...

How to Juggle Work and Life Balance Like a Boss

May 9

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...

Why You Should Consider A New Hire Welcoming Kit

Dec 5, 2025

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...

The Power of Perceived Value

Oct 14, 2025

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...

Leading the Workplace: How to Develop Your Leadership Skills

Aug 30, 2025

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...

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

May 7, 2025

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...

16 Ways Color Affects Your Branding and Marketing

Apr 16, 2025

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 Graphic & Web Design Cheat Sheet

Feb 11, 2025

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...

Using Customer Profiles to Find the Perfect Promo Products

Feb 4, 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...

Decoration Methods, Simplified: Part II

Jan 20, 2025

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 ...

9 Useful Apps for Sales & Marketing Professionals

Oct 5, 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...

Branding 101: Let’s Talk Logos

Aug 30, 2024

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...

Your Product Decorating Questions Answered

Jul 18, 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...

How to Put Together an Onboarding Kit

Jun 11, 2024

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 ...

How One Hour Can Determine Your Success

May 28, 2024

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 ...

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

Mar 24, 2024

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...

How to Protect Your Business From Hackers

Mar 16, 2024

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...

5 Tips for Boosting Social Media Engagement

Jan 17, 2024

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...

The Secrets to Attracting Ideal Customers

Dec 4, 2023

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 Guide to Promotional Shirts

Nov 11, 2023

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...

Giving Back: The Importance of Corporate Social Responsibility

Dec 17, 2022

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 Books That Every Business Owner Should Read

Nov 10, 2022

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 Power of Promo: Why People Love Freebies

Jun 15, 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 ...

How Promo Products Can Tell Your Brand's Story

May 16, 2022

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...

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

Feb 25, 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

Dec 6, 2021

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...

How to Manage the Workload of a Leader

Nov 29, 2021

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...

Sustainability & Environmental Responsibility: Why it Matters

Oct 31, 2021

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 ...

8 Graphic Design Mistakes to Avoid

Sep 11, 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...

Customer Experience + Branding: The Relationship Goals of Marketing

Aug 6, 2021

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 Best Apps For Organization

Jul 30, 2021

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...

Why You Should Be Having More Fun at Work

Jul 22, 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 enjoying yourself at wor...

Product Safety: What You Need to Know

Jul 15, 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 produc...

6 Reasons You Need a Company Store

Jun 23, 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...

The History of Promotional Products

Mar 7, 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...

Why You Need Promotional Products

Aug 31, 2020

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...

Your Brand Is Your Business - Market It!

Jun 20, 2020

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 ...

Graphic Design Terms Everyone Should Know

May 22, 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...

How to Work Smarter, Not Harder

Feb 18, 2020

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...