8 Graphic Design Mistakes to Avoid
Jan 12
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 sa...
Continue ReadingLanyards: Everything You Need to Know
Jan 05
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 sty...
Continue Reading6 Tips on Professionally Reaching New Heights in 2020
Dec 22, 2020
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. Wheth...
Continue ReadingBusiness Travel: How COVID-19 Changes Everything
Nov 23, 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 number ...
Continue Reading6 Books That Every Business Owner Should Read
Nov 01, 2020
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&rs...
Continue Reading6 Things You're Missing Out on by Not Using Promotional Products
Sep 18, 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 pro...
Continue Reading6 Helpful Tips to Address Unhappy Customers
Aug 12, 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 overwhe...
Continue Reading5 Ways to Boost Employee Morale
Aug 04, 2020
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 and...
Continue ReadingGeneration Z vs. Millennials: What’s the Difference?
Jul 06, 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 de...
Continue Reading5 Invaluable Marketing Books to Help Grow Your Brand
Jun 22, 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 resour...
Continue ReadingImprint Everything: A Guide to Printing Methods
Jun 08, 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 decor...
Continue ReadingHow to Manage the Workload of a Leader
May 03, 2020
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 ever...
Continue ReadingHow to be an Empathetic Leader and Still Get the Job Done
Apr 26, 2020
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 propos...
Continue ReadingYour Graphic & Web Design Cheat Sheet
Apr 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...
Continue ReadingWhat Millennials Want (And How to Work With Them)
Mar 20, 2020
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 le...
Continue ReadingHow to Work Smarter, Not Harder
Feb 28, 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 still ...
Continue Reading5 Tips for Boosting Social Media Engagement
Feb 20, 2020
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 are a...
Continue ReadingWhy You Should Buy USA-Made
Jan 30, 2020
During times of growing uncertainty in the global markets, customers are becoming more and more interested in purchasing American-made items. Buying American-made is about more than just patriotism &n...
Continue ReadingThe Secrets to Attracting Ideal Customers
Jan 15, 2020
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 attra...
Continue ReadingYour Guide to Promotional Shirts
Jan 08, 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 popular ...
Continue ReadingCorporate Social Responsibility and the Beauty of Giving Back
Nov 26, 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&rs...
Continue Reading4 Steps to #Winning Social Media
Sep 15, 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 the ...
Continue ReadingHow to Put Together an Onboarding Kit
Jul 05, 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 ...
Continue Reading3 Things Every Busy Professional Needs
May 23, 2019
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...
Continue ReadingWhy You Need Promotional Products
Feb 26, 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 advert...
Continue Reading16 Ways Color Affects Your Branding and Marketing
Dec 31, 2018
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 advanta...
Continue ReadingYour Brand Is Your Business - Market It!
Nov 18, 2018
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 wit...
Continue ReadingHow to Protect Your Business From Hackers
Nov 04, 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 invaluable ...
Continue Reading6 Things You're Missing out on by Not Using Promotional Products
Oct 28, 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 product b...
Continue Reading9 Useful Apps for Sales & Marketing Professionals
Sep 16, 2018
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 yo...
Continue ReadingBranding 101: What Makes a Brand Powerful
Aug 25, 2018
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, and t...
Continue Reading4 Ways to Improve Communication
Aug 18, 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 mo...
Continue ReadingGraphic Design Terms Everyone Should Know
Jun 22, 2018
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 you f...
Continue ReadingBranding 101: Let’s Talk Logos
Jun 14, 2018
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 t...
Continue ReadingHow One Hour Can Determine Your Success
May 31, 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 ave...
Continue ReadingWhy You Should Be Having More Fun at Work
May 10, 2018
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 enj...
Continue Reading5 Fail-Proof Ideas for Your Business Instagram
Apr 26, 2018
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...
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