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How One Hour Can Determine Your Success

3 days ago

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 ...

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6 Products to Welcome Students Back to School

Oct 5

"Don't you just love New York in the fall? It makes me wanna buy school supplies. I would send you a bouquet of newly sharpened pencils if I knew your name and address." Tom Hanks said it bes...

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No Fin Can Compare to These Shark Products

Sep 28

Sharks are some of the ocean's most beautiful creatures. With over 500 species and more being discovered, the world of sharks is absolutely fascinating, from the deep sea Greenland Shark which can ...

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Now Trending: Fanny Packs!

Sep 21

Fanny packs are back and more fashionable than ever! It's just moms wearing them to the park or on vacation, either. Millennials, Zennials, and Gen Alpha has been getting into the action with sling...

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Oh My Gourd! 5 Drinkware Products to FALL For!

Sep 13

Do you love fall most of all? Needing drinkware that can keep beverages hot or cold, day or night? These beverage holders won't give you a fright! We put together the top five drinkware items tha...

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10 Tweetable Quotes for Motivation

Sep 6

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. ...

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Case Study: A Spoon-taneous Promotion

Aug 30

Description: Spoon Mug Industry: Advertising What it was purchased for: A major coupon distributor was looking for a thank you to give out to advertisers. How it was distributed: The spoon mug...

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5 Environmentally-Friendly Promotional Products

Aug 23

How about that Earth, huh? She sure is something. Fortunately, there are plenty of people in the promotional products industry that feel the same way. In fact, we can offer you thousands of product...

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6 Promo Products That Scream Fun in the Sun!

Aug 16

Warmer months are upon us, and you know what that means: it's time to hit the water and have some fun in the sun! Make sure your customers are prepared for all that spring and summer have to offer ...

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25 Insane Facts About Promotional Products

Aug 8

You don’t have to work in the field of promotional products to notice the impact they can have on any organization’s marketing efforts. As the most effective medium of advertising acros...

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The Science Behind a Promotional Plushie

Aug 1

I lied. There is no science. Only fuzziness! The truth is…there is no science behind a perfect promotional plushie, just fuzziness, and love. And as a plushie connoisseur from the day I was...

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6 Branded Work From Home Essentials Your Employees Need ASAP

Jul 25

Who says you can't still spoil your employees if they work from home? Make everyone's day a little brighter with these super useful promo products! Temblor Speaker + Wireless Charger Shock the...

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Case Study: Inking Impressions

Jul 18

Portability and permanence are among the desirable traits sought in an effective promotional product. A company was looking for a unique self-promotion that incorporated these elements and decided ...

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5 New Ideas to Spark Creativity

Jul 10

5 New Ideas to Spark Creativity Needing new ideas to jump-start the creative bandwagon? We’ve cultivated five new ideas just for you to get those creative juices pumping! Paintbrushes ...

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5 Black-Belt Worthy Karate Promo Products

Jul 3

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...

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Case Study: Jot It Down

Jun 26

Description: Mini Flip Pad Jotter Industry: Financial What it was purchased for: An investment firm wanted to promote their new financial blog to their existing customers with a memorable branded...

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Case Study: Insuring Happy Employees

Jun 18

Item: JAFFA® Round Zinc Coaster Purpose: End of year gifts for employees Audience: Insurance firm employees An insurance firm had a particularly prosperous year and wanted to give employees ...

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6 Promotional Products to Fit Your Budget

Jun 11

Branding: it’s something that every company needs but there can be a common misconception that you need a large budget to get started. That’s not the case! Branding and promoting your c...

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Just The Essentials: 6 Promo Essentials Everyone Needs

Jun 4

Sometimes, the best promotional tools are just the essentials! These products are the perfect items to have on hand for those last-minute meetings, sales calls, and more! Red & Black Desk Pad ...

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Case Study: A Getaway Promotion

May 28

A resort wanted to make sure guests felt safe as they reopened after COVID-19 stay-at-home orders were lifted. At check-in, they chose to provide each guest with a Fold-Up Cinch Corner Tote to ke...

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Top 10 Promotional Products for the Health and Wellness Industry

May 21

Now, more than ever before, people are focused on enriching their lives with healthy habits and wellbeing practices. In fact, the health & wellness industry has seen exponential growths over the pa...

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Case Study: Resort Incentive Yields Oceans of Opportunity

May 14

A five-star resort that frequently hosts corporate events for Fortune 500 companies wanted to reach out to corporate guests to entice them to return for family vacations. The goal was for the guest...

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Case Study: Bake in Business

May 6

Description: Set of 4 Measuring Cups Industry: Hospitality / Tourism What it was purchased for: A casino in the Milwaukee area wanted to spice up a "normal giveaway" with a theme. They had come t...

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Case Study: Bringing Back the Fanny Pack

Apr 29

Market: Entertainment Product Use: Gift With Purchase Promotion: A major theme park chose the Safeguard Security Waist Belt as a gift with purchase for customers who bought season passes. The w...

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6 Benefits of Customer Loyalty Programs

Apr 22

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 int...

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Case Study: Time for a Rebrand

Apr 14

Objective: A university had just completed a major rebrand complete with a new logo and wanted to make sure they had all the necessary branded items for functions throughout the year. They had prev...

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How to Gain Inspiration in 5 Minutes

Apr 7

People demand a lot of creativity from professionals these days. We live in an era of media overload, where viral video marketing and colorful infographics have become accepted means to engage an a...

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8 Promotional Product Ideas for Students of All Ages

Mar 31

Whether it's a Big 12 university or an elementary school, people love to show off their school spirit! So, we chose eight promotional products that are perfect for both students and teachers of all...

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Product Safety: What You Need to Know

Mar 24

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 ...

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Case Study: Sharper Students

Mar 17

Description: Pencil Sharpener Industry: Construction What it was purchased for: A shipyard in a major city harbor has advocates who go out to local schools to promote shipbuilding. These advocate...

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6 Warm Apparel Products for the Cold Weather

Mar 10

When the temperature drops, it’s time for people to put on their jackets, fleeces, and other cold-weather apparel. Offering customers or employees promotional products that will keep them war...

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Give Your School Clubs a Boost With These Promotional Products

Mar 3

School clubs are an essential part of student life, and we’ve got the essential pieces you need to make the clubs a big success. These are promotional products that you can use for both to he...

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Graphic Design Terms Everyone Should Know

Feb 25

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...

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Weather-Proof Promo!

Feb 18

The weather outside is frightful, but the (weather-proof promotional products) are sooo delightful! No matter your climate or weather patterns, I’ve found some excellent promotional items tha...

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Case Study: Pull Up a Chair and Stay Awhile

Feb 10

Description: Foldable Chair Industry: Education/Sports What it was purchased for: A high school wanted to purchase an item they could resell to the parents in the spirit shop for fundraising doll...

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Leading the Workplace: How to Develop Your Leadership Skills

Feb 3

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 ...

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Trending Fall and Winter Apparel

Jan 26

Seasons are changing, and it’s time to pack away your tank tops and shorts and bring the sweaters, boots, and scarves out of storage. Wardrobes need a little refreshing to match the new colde...

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Case Study: A Not-So-Silly Idea

Jan 18

An insurance company signed up to be the “hydration” sponsor for a fun and colorful 5K run/walk for charity. The race was popular in the community because it was known as a vibrant, fun...

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Case Study: Save the Date, Save the Day

Jan 11

Description: Trifold Calendars Industry: Banking What it was purchased for: A local bank wanted a way to thank their new customers with a promotional gift item that would have a high perceived va...

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8 Items for Restaurant Promos that Sizzle

Jan 3

Have you heard the word? Indoor dining is back, baby! For restaurants, bars, cafes, and more looking to spread the good news that they're fully operational again, promotional products are a great ...

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Why You Need Promotional Products

Dec 27, 2023

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...

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7 Retro Products That Will Turn Back Time

Dec 19, 2023

Do you ever have that moment when you look at something and you get an overwhelming surge of nostalgia? Everyone loves a good throwback, especially when it's a cool, vintage product. Below are seve...

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5 Healthy Tips for Business Trips

Dec 12, 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 internation...

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'Tis the Season to Bring out Our Favorite Holiday Gift Ideas!

Dec 4, 2023

It’s that time again! The holidays are around the corner and you’re probably thinking about everything you need to do between now and the new year. For most of us, that includes client ...

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Case Study: Do the Wave

Nov 27, 2023

Market: School Objective: A school’s athletic program was struggling to pay for recurring expenses. Game attendance had dropped over the previous year, and alumni attendance was weak. The...

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Never Get Cold with These 5 Unique Sweatshirts

Nov 20, 2023

A cozy sweatshirt is perfect for those cold office days or a trip to the mountains. Since athleisure is all the rage nowadays, take part in this trend with a warm sweatshirt. Here are a few option...

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Case Study: A Golfer Giveaway

Nov 12, 2023

Objective An event organizer wanted consistent branding for everything from their tournament save the dates to golfer giveaways. Products Custom Tri-Fold Calendar, A2 (4-1/4" x 5-1/2") Folded Pr...

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How to Choose Uniforms the Whole Team Will Love

Nov 5, 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 ar...

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Tasty Products to Satisfy a Sweet Tooth

Oct 28, 2023

If you’re looking for a crowd-pleaser of a promotion, consider candy! Few people can resist the delicious charms of a tasty treat, and giving someone a sweet gift is a great way to have them ...

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Customer Experience + Branding: The Relationship Goals of Marketing

Oct 21, 2023

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 di...

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Case Study: Safety First

Oct 14, 2023

Product: Auto Safety Kit Industry: Banking What it was purchased for: As a gift to anyone who opened a new bank account for over $1,000.00. How it was distributed: The bank was looking for a bra...

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Food Gifts for All Seasons

Oct 6, 2023

Whether for birthdays, holidays, or milestone events like anniversaries or weddings, giving the perfect gift can be tricky. Sending gifts to clients is an easy way to foster a stronger relationship...

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6 Snap-Worthy Products for Every Photographer

Sep 29, 2023

Do you know what bokeh means? Aperture? That’s ok if you don’t, but many of your clients may know these terms if they are avid photographers! Whether they enjoy taking a flat lay shot o...

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Case Study: Adventure Awaits

Sep 21, 2023

An event promoter was compiling a gift box for top-tier ticket holders for a large-scale national summer concert tour. The Koozie® Adventure Dry Sack 10L was a natural fit for the outdoor lifes...

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Make Bath Time Into Spa Time!

Sep 14, 2023

Sometimes all we need is a nice bath to relax and rejuvenate from a long day. Make any bath time into spa time with these spa-quality promo products! Spa Time Set This keepsake spa tray is f...

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8 Graphic Design Mistakes to Avoid

Sep 7, 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...

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Your Guide to Promotional Shirts

Aug 30, 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...

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Top 10 Promo Products for Financial Professionals

Aug 23, 2023

Whether you're a big bank, a small credit union, or a lender, these promo products are sure to be crowd-pleasers whether you're passing them out to new customers, long-time customers, or your emplo...

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5 Corporate Gifts Your Clients Will Love

Aug 15, 2023

Corporate gifts are a great way to thank your clients for keeping you in business. When done right, they can also function as employee rewards/incentives. Here are a few of our favorite promotional...

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Case Study: Custom Caps with a Budget Cap

Aug 8, 2023

Description: Custom Cap Industry: Trade Show/Convention/Events What it was purchased for: A major national racing event was looking for giveaways to hand out to folks in suites and VIP sponsors. ...

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Case Study: Happy to Hang Around

Aug 1, 2023

Description: Standard Door Hangers Industry: Automotive What it was purchased for: A collision center wanted to increase the number of customer satisfaction survey responses and boost online appo...

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Case Study: Wave Hello to Promotions

Jul 24, 2023

Description: Custom Wave Cap Industry: Automotive What it was purchased for: The client was looking for a signature cap that would be unique, high-quality, and something that the recipient wo...

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Case Study: Snack Pack It!

Jul 17, 2023

Vertical Market: Hospitality Product Use: Gift with Enrollment Promotion: An ocean excursion company chose the Igloo® Marine Backpack Cooler as a gift with enrollment for customers participat...

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Case Study: Raise Your Glass!

Jul 10, 2023

Objective A local brewery wanted an eye-catching promotional item to place on tables that would boost their alcohol sales and highlight their weekly specials while encouraging enrollment for their...

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5 Fail-Proof Ideas for Your Business Instagram

Jul 2, 2023

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...

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Case Study: Create Your Own Reality

Jun 25, 2023

Description: Custom Cardboard Virtual Reality v2 Industry: Corporate / Fortune 500 What it was purchased for: A leave behind for Field Marketing Account Managers to help convert business from the...

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6 Promo Products for the Great Outdoors

Jun 18, 2023

A little branding goes a long way with these promo products perfect for the great outdoors! By adding your logo to these six sturdy items, your brand can be seen on hiking trails, huddled around a ...

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Case Study: Spec-Tacular Promotions

Jun 10, 2023

Description: CUSTOM Malibu Sunglasses Industry: Food & Beverage What it was purchased for: The end user wanted to give something away at this year’s Spring Break in Jamaica for an MTV e...

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Lanyards: Everything You Need to Know

Jun 3, 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 ...

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Case Study: Practice Putting

May 27, 2023

2 Ball Pillow Pack – Titleist® TruFeel for Non-Profit Event When a non-profit had to cancel their annual fundraising dinner due to Coronavirus, a golf course donated their clubhouse pati...

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6 On-the-Go Products for Travelers

May 19, 2023

Being prepared isn't just for the Scouts, it's good advice for anyone who lives life on the go! Add your logo to these hospitality and travel themed promotional products and your customers will ...

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Work Hard, Play Harder: 6 Promotional Products to Promote a Healthy Lifestyle

May 12, 2023

Whether you’re playing a team sport, working out, running a marathon, or going to the game, these promotional products are built to fit any active lifestyle! Add your logo to any of these ...

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The Fidget Phenomenon

May 5, 2023

You might remember the fidget spinner craze of 2017: seemingly overnight, the world became obsessed with those little plastic spinners. The spinning toys flew off the shelves across the country and...

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Using Customer Profiles to Find the Perfect Promo Products

Apr 27, 2023

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 ...

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Hip Hip Hooray for Education!

Apr 20, 2023

Are you looking for a fun way to show off your school spirit? Whether you are at an elementary school, middle school, high school, or college, these promotional products are sure to be a big hit wi...

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7 Fitness Promotional Products to Help You Stay in Shape

Apr 13, 2023

Exercise is an important part of our overall wellness and many companies are using wellness initiatives to promote healthy choices like regular exercise. Whether your company is encouraging physica...

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8 Promotional Products That Grow!

Apr 6, 2023

Now, more than ever, people are looking toward eco-friendly companies. They want to know what their favorite brands are doing for sustainability and limiting their carbon footprint. So we picked ...

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Print's Not Dead: How Print Products Can Work for You

Mar 29, 2023

In the past decade, many businesses have moved away from print marketing to focus almost entirely on digital marketing. You may have even heard people say that print is dead. However, print media h...

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6 Ways to Get More Done Every Day

Mar 22, 2023

From the moment you get to work in the morning, you’re probably planning all the things you intend to get done. By the time you head home, you may wonder how the day got away from you! We&rsq...

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Earbuds and Speakers and Headphones - Oh My!

Mar 15, 2023

Music connects us as humans -- it transcends boundaries, cultures, race, and language! You can instantly connect with someone you may not have over the mutual love for a song or a band. Whether it'...

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What's the Tea? Promo Products for Tea Lovers

Mar 8, 2023

Did you know that tea is one of the most consumed beverages globally, second only to water? This ancient brew has been around for hundreds, if not thousands of years, with references to early tea d...

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

Mar 1, 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...

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Case Study: This Promotional Product is in the Bag

Feb 22, 2023

Description: Laundry Bag Industry: Financial What it was purchased for: A credit union wanted to target college students and offer them an incentive to open a new account. They chose a stock desi...

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5 Men's Wearable Promotional Products for the Office and Beyond

Feb 14, 2023

It’s fun giving out promotional products like fidget spinners and stress balls, but sometimes you need an option for the guy that likes to keep it a bit more professional. These business c...

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The Power of Perceived Value

Feb 7, 2023

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...

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Case Study: Take a Map!

Jan 31, 2023

Objective: A university wanted a practical handout to give to prospective students, alumni, and other campus visitors. The handout was intended for first-time visitors and those who hadn't been o...

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7 Financial Products That Are a Great Investment

Jan 24, 2023

Finance-themed promotional products are a great marketing investment and help increase brand awareness and customer loyalty. These 7 products can be used as financial seminar gifts, banking giveawa...

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5 Toys for the Kid at Heart

Jan 17, 2023

There's something special about receiving a toy that brings out the kid in all of us - whether you're 5 or 55! Adding a little childhood fun to your client's day will surely help them remember your...

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Case Study: Brighten Their Day

Jan 10, 2023

A realtor wanted to give a thank-you gift to those who purchased a new home with them. They chose the LED Carbon Fiber Aluminum Flashlight. They printed their logo along with the tagline, "We will ...

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