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It's ski season! Whether you're headed to the slopes for a corporate getaway or a family holiday, winter break or spring break, branded gear helps to protect you against the elements while showcasi...
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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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The hottest beauty trend of the late 2010s among millennials and Gen Zers was the dewy, bare-faced, minimal makeup look. This “Glossier girl” revolution led to a resurgence in skincare ...
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If you've spent any time in fashion circles this year, you know that sustainability is the hot topic of the moment. With discussions swirling about fast fashion, ethical production, and everything ...
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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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“Mindfulness” has become an increasingly popular buzzword over the past year, with workers suffering from pandemic-related burnout and record high stress levels. But what does it really...
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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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Did you know that between the United States, Mexico, and Canada, there are 15 different ecological regions in North America? Right in our own back yard, you can go from the frosty tundra of far nor...
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Finding a new, good hot sauce nowadays is almost like when Indiana Jones triumphantly grabs the idol at the beginning of Raiders of the Lost Ark. It may have taken you traversing through the aisles...
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If you're looking for some awesome gear to support your team-or for some killer merch for your team's fans-we've got you covered with these awesome promotional products for sports lovers! 1. C...
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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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Feeling stumped? Uninspired? Fresh out of ideas? Thanks to the wonderful gift that is the World Wide Web, creative inspiration is just a few clicks away. These are some of our favorite sources to g...
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Mindfulness. That's been a big buzzword recently. It means being mindful to take care of yourself, both physically and mentally – especially mentally. Recently, and especially with the...
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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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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 ...
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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,...
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At the end of the day, promotional products are really all about getting brands out in front of people to grow awareness and ultimately, increase sales! If you want to get strategic, there are a co...
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Do you ever get a case of the Mondays…on a Thursday? We all get down sometimes, but that doesn't mean we need to stay there. Whether someone said something that upset you, you're stressing a...
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Technology advances exponentially. By the time you finish reading this article, you might be actually be reading it in some virtual reality café where Elvis is serving you a strawberry daiqu...
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We recently had the opportunity to help our client, Hines, build their brand while they hosted their third annual Tour de Ren. Tour de Ren is an outdoor, high energy, spin-cycle event hosted at Re...
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Sorry, but with Valentines Day this month, we couldn't resist the pun. Last month we talked about planning by taking an assessment of your strengths, weaknesses, opportunities, and threats. And we ...
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In today's world, there are many new avenues of marketing. Although the practice of promotional marketing --by using branded items-- has stayed fairly consistent, the ways we "advertise" or share ...
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In 1981, George T. Doran introduced S.M.A.R.T. goals in an issue of Management Review. S.M.A.R.T. stands for Specific. Measurable. Attainable. Relevant. Timely. According to the guidelines in cre...
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We all strive to be our best selves, but sometimes it's easier said than done. We can all make excuses to make unhealthy choices. Your niece has a birthday and it would seem rude to turn down that ...
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This month we continue our focus on planning. In January, we looked at our intentions and resolutions and we visualized ways to set our plan in motion. In February we focused on writing down our ...
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We all want to succeed in business and in life, but sometimes we could use an extra boost of motivation. Some of the most successful people we have ever known have failed many times before succeedi...
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If you haven't heard, 'tis the season to be jolly! Fortunately, 'tis also the season to get your brand some serious face time with your customers via some really cool holiday-themed promo products!...
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From Friday night lights, Saturday morning tailgating, to Sunday watch parties, show support for your team with some promotional products for the win! Touchscreen Gloves Add your logo to these ...
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If you've ever watched a TED talk or listened to any of your teachers in school, you'll know that setting goals are the stepping stones to getting where you want to be in life. You watch one video ...
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“The future's so bright, I gotta wear shades.” - Timbuk 3 Sunglasses have been and always will be one of the most popular promotional products. Why? Because practically everyone wears ...
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Taking a lunch break is important. It's a time when you can step away from your computer and have a little “me” time. Your lunch break should be a time when you can unplug and stop thin...
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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...
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Most people would agree that improving their health is important to them. But when it comes to making big life changes to accommodate a healthier lifestyle, who has the time? While we may not alway...
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One of the most powerful things you can do to set yourself up for success is practice the art of positive thinking. It's easy to let the struggles of everyday life control your attitude. But by pra...
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As the new year rolls around, we are constantly writing out as many goals as we can think of. Unsurprisingly, these goals seem to fall short around mid-January. The only goals that are within your ...
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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. However, quo...
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