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How to Juggle Work and Life Balance Like a Boss

Mar 26

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...

Your Guide to Decoration Methods: Part 1

Sep 29, 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...

The Best Apps For Organization

Aug 30, 2025

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...

5 Simple Tips to Organize and Run Effective Meetings

Mar 26, 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....

The Secrets to Attracting Ideal Customers

Feb 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 your id...

Your Brand Is Your Business - Market It!

Jan 28, 2025

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 ...

Corporate Social Responsibility and the Beauty of Giving Back

Jan 20, 2025

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...

Sustainability & Environmental Responsibility: Why it Matters

Sep 5, 2024

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 ...

Product Safety: What You Need to Know

Jul 2, 2024

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...

16 Ways Color Affects Your Branding and Marketing

Apr 28, 2024

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...

What Millennials Want (And How to Work With Them)

Jan 17, 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 Healthy Tips for Business Trips

Oct 20, 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,...

8 Graphic Design Mistakes to Avoid

Oct 5, 2023

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...

The History of Promotional Products

Aug 14, 2023

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...

Lanyards: Everything You Need to Know

Jul 8, 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 to Make Rush Orders Less Stressful

Jun 2, 2023

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...

Graphic Design Terms Everyone Should Know

Apr 11, 2023

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...

5 Ways to Boost Employee Morale

Dec 2, 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 ...

Customer Experience + Branding: The Relationship Goals of Marketing

May 2, 2022

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...

5 Tips for Boosting Social Media Engagement

Apr 25, 2022

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...

Leading the Workplace: How to Develop Your Leadership Skills

Feb 11, 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...

How to Manage the Workload of a Leader

Nov 15, 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...

9 Useful Apps for Sales & Marketing Professionals

Jun 9, 2021

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...

Imprint Everything: A Guide to Printing Methods

May 18, 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...

The Power of Perceived Value

Apr 27, 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...

Business Travel: How COVID-19 Changes Everything

Apr 19, 2021

"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 number one prior...

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

Mar 14, 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...

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

Feb 14, 2021

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...

Your Graphic & Web Design Cheat Sheet

Nov 19, 2020

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 One Hour Can Determine Your Success

Sep 29, 2020

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 ...

Advice for Getting the Most Out of a Business Trip

Sep 21, 2020

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...

3 Things Every Busy Professional Needs

Jul 25, 2020

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 Promo Products Can Tell Your Brand's Story

Apr 9, 2020

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...

Why You Should Be Having More Fun at Work

Mar 25, 2020

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...

6 Helpful Tips to Address Unhappy Customers

Mar 11, 2020

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

Feb 26, 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...

How Promo Products Can Make a Lasting Impression

Jan 28, 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 ...

Your Guide to Promotional Shirts

Jan 6, 2020

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...

Your Product Decorating Questions Answered

Oct 26, 2019

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 Protect Your Business From Hackers

Oct 12, 2019

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...

4 Steps to #Winning Social Media

Oct 5, 2019

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...

Why You Need Promotional Products

Sep 27, 2019

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...

Branding 101: What Makes a Brand Powerful

Sep 6, 2019

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...

7 Ways to Instantly Make Your Website More User-Friendly

Jul 11, 2019

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...

Graphic Design Terms Everyone Should Know

Jul 3, 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 y...

How to Work Smarter, Not Harder

Jun 26, 2019

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...

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

Jun 5, 2019

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...

How to Put Together an Onboarding Kit

May 21, 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 ...

5 Fail-Proof Ideas for Your Business Instagram

Feb 24, 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 have re...

Branding 101: Let’s Talk Logos

Feb 17, 2019

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...

4 Ways to Improve Communication

Dec 21, 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...