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Wash Your Hands With Soap

Swine flu or not, the best way to prevent the spread of disease causing germs is to wash your hands. To reduce bacteria in hands it is recommended to wash for at least 20 seconds with soap.

Soap Leaves are a great promotion giveaway. Do your part to educate and protect others from sickening germs.

Unscented Glycerin Soap is the perfect item to leave behind in a care package or to include with other hand care products.

When water is not available use Antibacterial Healthcare Products such as hand sanitizers. Antibacterial pens such as the PaperMate FlexGrip Elite are enhanced with “ShareGuard” anti-bacterial … Continue Reading

Promo Gifts are Very Impressionable

Results from the 2008 Advertising Specialties Impressions Study by ASI prove that advertising gifts create positive impressions. A team of interviewers surveyed 465 business people in New York, Chicago, Los Angeles and Philadelphia.
42% of respondents had a MORE favorable impression of an advertiser after receiving the item. And nearly a quarter (24%) said they are MORE likely to do business with the advertiser on the items they receive.
This is just one of the reasons why marketing items are so effective. Also, see my last post that explains how promo items increase brand recognition. Check back for more survey … Continue Reading

Always Wear Sun Block

I’ve always loved the Sunscreen Song. (Continue reading to watch the video) It’s actually full of good advice and every time I hear it, it makes me smile. The creative words of wisdom have me day dreaming of what’s ahead and it eases my worry. Cheesy? Maybe it is, but it’s true.

Moral of the story be healthy and always wear sun block. Also, know that worrying solves nothing. Instead, distribute personalized sun care products. It’s a great way to expose your brand this summer.

The Sunscreen song was inspired by a column that was written in 1997 in the Chicago Tribune … Continue Reading

Earth Day Really is Everyday

Earth Day is a time to reflect on what changes have been and need to be made in order to maintain a healthy planet. However, eco-consciousness and intended eco-actions ought to be considered everyday.

Green products help to remind people to get involved and to create eco-friendly habits. Host on site events to create awareness such as local park and neighborhood clean up, and Earth awareness and educational seminars. Engage employees by creating office green teams with the task to put together and sustain an Earth friendly working environment.

Remember to keep Earth clean every day. The Living Green Pocket Slider is … Continue Reading

Dynamic Typography

Amazing to look at, even if you can’t read French. The message is clear in the imagery. It conveys a message of power, confidence, expectation and strength. A dynamic play with typography; this piece creates movement with a play on words. An example of successful advertising that is beautiful to look at by DDB Paris for Nike Soccer.

It would be fun to see how we could play with creative typography on your next imprinted promotional sports item.

3D Tetris Cube Promotional Puzzle!

Tetris, one of the most popular, addicting, challenging video and hand held games now as a 3-dimensional puzzle!

Can you believe that there are over 8000 solutions in this two and three quarter inch object? Hours of fun at work, on the road, or even on a nice sunny day in the park. So exciting, anyone would want one.

Put your marketing challenges to rest. The Tetris Cube is a great promotional puzzle game that’ll bowl over clients. With every hand’s challenging attempt to solve, the cube’s custom screen-printed logo increases brand recognition.

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Promo Items Increase Brand Recognition

Did you know? More than 8 out of 10 business people remembered the advertisers of the promotional products they’re received. Results from the 2008 Advertising Specialties Impressions Study by ASI. That’s what the Advertising Specialty Industry calls Instant Recall. Recognition is one of the many reasons why marketing with promotional items is proven to be effective in obtaining a decent market share.

Businesses that remember a brand are more likely to buy its goods and services; therefore business gifts are a profitable investment. In the next few weeks we will continue to discuss ASI’s Impressions Study results.

Meanwhile check out these new … Continue Reading

Paw Raising Promos for National Pet Week!

National Pet Week is May 3rd thru May 9th. It’s the best opportunity for pet shops, groomers, shelters, and veterinarians to advertise. Check out some of our promotional products for pets!

Celebrate the pets that love us unconditionally. Encourage owners to spend time with their animals. Increase awareness for animal hygiene, health and nutrition. Sponsor dog and cat adoption.

Personalize a dog bone key chain, pet toy or other pet accessories. Check out our paw raising promotions!

Growing Promotions!

With Earth Day approaching on April 22nd and spring in the air it’s a perfect time for promotions that grow.

Here are some environmentally friendly garden ideas:

“Grow with us!” The Seed Plantable Planet expresses unity, change, growth, Earth, and hope. As a direct mailer, or handout it weights little and won’t take up too much room. Forget Me Not seeds are inside, watch it cultivate into a flowering plant. Plant this beautiful gift into the hands of your clients and watch their smiles grow.

Customize the Lucky Bamboo Plant to symbolize endurance and camaraderie through this difficult economic downturn. Use this bamboo … Continue Reading

The Coolest Koozie Party Kooler!

Are you just as anxious as I am for some fun in the sun?

It’s time to start planning for your spring and summer promotions. The Koozie Party Kooler is the coolest promotional item for your next trade show or outdoor event.

A friend of mine, Paula, received one of these at a Nursery & Plant Industry trade show. She said it was the best and most memorable freebie she received from that show. Paula uses it for backyard pool parties and she stores it in the trunk of her car for use anytime anywhere.

Your attendees will be lining up to get … Continue Reading