Sep 14
We often get asked about whether our sales team is on commission. This comes from well meaning customers and friends who want to ensure that they make sure they go through a particular salesperson to ...
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After running close to 100 online stores over the past few years, we have learned a lot and continue to learn more with every new store we launch. First, it’s important to identify whethe...
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Do you dread organizing the group order for your school, team, or company? You aren’t alone. Paper order forms, google docs, multiple emails back and forth to confirm the order, collecting paym...
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You’ve been invited to participate in an event or asked for a door prize or auction item for an upcoming fundraiser. Do you write a cheque? Do you send someone to buy a prize or gift card at the...
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Giving away promotional merchandise is all about making connections. You want employees and customers to know you care and appreciate them. What better connection can you make than connecting with the...
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With summer here, outdoor events are in full swing (pardon the golf pun) and branded giveaways are a great way to build brand awareness and support community events. With so many options out there, ho...
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You’re in charge of getting T-shirts for your organization’s next event. Sounds easy enough, doesn’t it? Then you come check out our showroom and realize that there are literally ...
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You've booked your spot, figured out your staffing and what will be in your booth but now it's time to figure out how many giveaways you need. Just like food samples at Costco, we've all been train...
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So, you've made the investment to participate in the Trade Show, don't let it go to waste. With some advanced planning and these tips, you can make sure that the experience provides the Return on Inve...
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Wow! Can you believe it's been 3 years since the last Trade Show? You'll want to be sure to back a big impression at this year's show as you catch up with current and meet prospective customers. And j...
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I know it feels more like summer than fall and I haven't even wrapped my head around the fact that it's almost Thanksgiving but it really is time to start thinking about Christmas PROMO. Christmas is ...
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Branded apparel is probably the most popular PROMO item. Whether it’s logoed apparel for your company or a great event souvenir t-shirt, it’s great for being noticed, raising money, or hel...
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If you dread being the person who is responsible for organizing your team’s group order of branded merchandise, you’re not alone. Handling multiple order forms, trying to decipher everyone...
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It can be tough to keep coming up with ideas to make sure your PROMO stands out, but each season brings some great new ideas! And summer is no exception, with so many great items available, how do pic...
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It’s not your imagination; small companies, big brands, bloggers and YouTubers are all doing it these days! What used to be a staple for a few unique brands is now a global trend for brands of ...
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Spring makes us all want to get out and connect, and with events returning, it’s time to make sure your PROMO cupboard is stocked and ready to help you make the most out of your event partici...
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The QR code, a type of barcode that has fast readability and greater storage capacity than a standard bar code, was developed in 1994 by a Japanese automotive company. They were initial used in th...
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As a non-profit, it can be hard to imagine that money should be spent on promotional merchandise rather than go towards your cause. But, like any organization, a well-crafted PROMO plan can support yo...
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As 2021 draws to a close, we thought we’d look back at the PROMO trends we saw this year and provide some predictions for 2022. As expected, masks and face coverings dominated the first part of...
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It all started with the toilet paper. And once everyone had their two-year supply carefully tucked away, and the shelves were restocked, most of us thought the supply chain issues had been resolved. ...
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I know, it's only September and we're not ready for Pumpkin Spiced Lattes let alone thinking about Christmas shopping. But like Pumpkin Spiced Lattes, Christmas will be here before you know it and if...
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You’ve decided to get some branded merchandise and your Promotional Consultant asks for your logo files. For many, this is where the panic starts. “Can you use the image on my email si...
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You probably don’t know who John Lydgate is. I didn’t. But I’m not up on my fourteenth century monks and poets. I do, however, think you’ve heard this popular quote of his: ...
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Remember when we used to have to watch commercials? Yes, I know that I am dating myself. I grew up in an age where advertisers could hold you hostage to get their brand messages across. Now? ...
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“How much does it cost to get a hat with my logo?” Whether it is hats or any promotional product, this is the most common question we get asked. The most accurate response is, “H...
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As more of the world started opening up, and goods were flowing, I guess we all thought our supply issues were behind us. But as with anything else, it takes a while for the system to catch up and dea...
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With multiple websites and social media platforms available, you can learn to do just about everything for yourself, even PROMO. You can design your logo, source products and decorate them with a cli...
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In any given year, preferences and styles change but 2020 definitely turned the promo industry on its head. Although the need for many promotional items returned after the initial shutdowns, with big...
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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 have...
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