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Do Not Disturb (Unless You Have These 7 Promo Musts)!
Oct 11
Let's face it, the hospitality industry is always changing. Guests are constantly looking for reasons to book beyond price - they're looking for an experience. Throw social media and online reviews...
Continue ReadingTop 8 Promotional Products for Real Estate Professionals
Oct 4
Buying a home is a major milestone and often the biggest purchase someone will make. For real estate professionals, the work continues after closing. Building relationships with past clients can l...
Continue ReadingLet's Travel!
Sep 26
Many people crave traveling! It allows us to explore new places and cultures and try new things that we may not have thought to try in our own hometowns. Not to mention, it gives us a break from ou...
Continue ReadingCase Study: Pull Up a Chair and Stay Awhile
Sep 19
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...
Continue ReadingCase Study: A Spoon-taneous Promotion
Sep 12
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...
Continue ReadingCase Study: Financial Industry
Sep 4
Products Javalina® Classic Pen Industry Financial Application Direct Mail A local bank wanted to increase awareness of its low mortgage rates and decided to do a direct mailing to...
Continue ReadingYour Guide to Drinkware
Aug 28
Mugs, tumblers, and bottles...oh my! There is an abundance of variety available when it comes to promotional drinkware, which can make it difficult to decide what is the best choice for your brand....
Continue ReadingCase Study: These Calendars Aren't Week
Aug 21
Objective: A local bank wanted a way to thank their new customers with a promotional gift item that would have a high-perceived value. Product: Beach Trifold Calendar Personalization: The bank ...
Continue ReadingNew Year, New You: Wellness Promo
Aug 13
It's time for a refresh! With the new year, comes the opportunity to build new and healthy habits. From water intake to stress-relief, we've got you covered on items that incorporate wellness routi...
Continue Reading7 Promotional Products for When You’re Feeling Lucky
Aug 6
Whether you're a casino looking for new ways to entice players to visit or you're putting together a casino themed event, there are plenty of promotional products for you! Add your logo and message...
Continue ReadingTop 10 Promotional Products for the Health and Wellness Industry
Jul 29
Trust is at the heart of the health and wellness industry. No matter if you run a medical practice, dental office, therapy clinic, fitness center, spa, pharmacy, or community health group, each in...
Continue ReadingLead a Healthier Lifestyle With These 6 Promotional Products
Jul 22
Eating healthy. Weight management. Working out five times a week. There are many health-related resolutions we set at the beginning of a new year. But, do we follow through with them? Many times, t...
Continue Reading5 Branded Merch Brands That Give Back
Jul 15
If you are passionate about partnering with brands that leave a positive mark on the world, this list is for you. Today's buyers care about more than just putting a logo on a product. They want ...
Continue ReadingCase Study: It Takes a Village
Jul 7
Objective: A village needed an easy way to let residents know when there were issues with their water meters. They wanted a faster method of communication than mailing letters, and something more...
Continue Reading6 Great Bank Promo Items
Jun 30
It's time to shake things up in banking! The right promotional products can create added value for your customers while also driving traffic back to your business. There's a huge opportunity to swi...
Continue ReadingCase Study: Recycle, Reuse, Read a Book!
Jun 23
Product: Non-Woven Shopper Tote Bag Industry: Bookstore What it was purchased for: A large college bookstore wanted to feature a reusable shopping bag for students. The goal was to get the studen...
Continue ReadingSatisfy Your Customers’ Cravings With These 6 Sweet Treats
Jun 15
Chocolate and candy can make everyone smile! From fudge and chocolate-covered almonds to saltwater taffy and sour gummies, there are thousands of options for you to send to customers! Here are 6 o...
Continue ReadingSay Thanks in Style: Employee Appreciation with Promotional Products
Jun 8
Let's be real. Employees are the heart of every business. Whether they"re answering phones, crunching numbers, brainstorming big ideas, or keeping operations running smoothly, their dedication keep...
Continue ReadingHow to Make Rush Orders Less Stressful
Jun 1
Whether you just found out you need products for an event soon, or someone forgot to place an order, sometimes rush orders just happen. And that's okay! Getting your order in last minute doesn't me...
Continue Reading6 Things You're Missing Out on by Not Using Promotional Products
May 24
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 produc...
Continue ReadingCase Study: Keep it Cooler
May 17
Description: Dual Compartment Cooler Bag Industry: Corporate / Fortune 500 What it was purchased for: An annual company picnic for employees and their families. Each year they give thei...
Continue ReadingCase Study: Where Has Your Pen Been?
May 9
Products Javalina Splash® Pen Industry Technology Application Contest An internet company created a branded website for a promotion called "Where has your pen been?" and selected ...
Continue ReadingLodging Promo with Staying Power
May 2
Are you in the business of providing lodging to patrons? Whether you're a hotel, motel, inn, or bed-and-breakfast brand, we've got you covered with promotional items for your clientele. We've r...
Continue ReadingHow to Juggle Work and Life Balance Like a Boss
Apr 25
Sometimes life gets hard. You don't have to work a night shift from Monday to Sunday to agree with that statement. Even the most effortless of jobs, those we believe to have truly mastered, can ge...
Continue ReadingTop Promos For Rainy Days!
Apr 17
Who said the party had to stop when the rain started? Keep your hard work protected and the party going with some branded rain gear. Whether you're looking for your team customers or just something...
Continue ReadingCase Study: I Was Framed!
Apr 10
Objective: The city was celebrating National Public Works Week with a community event. The event provided education for community members, as well as games for entertainment. Event planners wante...
Continue ReadingThe Best Apps For Organization
Apr 2
For many of us, keeping organized and productive seems to be the goal that haunts us throughout the year - especially in an increasingly digital age where social media, a million calendar reminders...
Continue Reading8 Corporate Gifts for Your Employees
Mar 26
The employees are the backbone of every company. And when your employees have been working hard all year to bring in tremendous results, nothing conveys your appreciation more than a corporate gift...
Continue ReadingSay Cheese!
Mar 19
Can't get enough of this milk-based product we call cheese? Whether it's presented on a charcuterie board or straight off the wheel, cheese is a delectable treat for us all (as long as you're not l...
Continue ReadingA Case Study in Promo: A Medieval Dinner Theater Chain
Mar 11
Romanticizing medieval European life, particularly medieval fantasy life, has a distinctly modern allure. Americans especially have a deep affinity for medieval culture, evident not only in our med...
Continue ReadingIndustry Mini Drive: Doggy Daycare
Mar 4
The doggy daycare industry is booming, and for good reason. With more and more people owning pets and treating them as members of the family, the demand for quality pet care services has never been...
Continue Reading10 Tweetable Quotes for Motivation
Feb 24
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...
Continue Reading6 Reasons You Need a Company Store
Feb 17
As more and more companies turn towards e-commerce, shopping online has never been easier or more enjoyable. Ordering branded products is no exception! Company stores give you a convenient and comp...
Continue ReadingUnion Made Promo: Products with Purpose
Feb 10
Promotional products should do more than just look good-they should stand for something. That's where union made promo shines. Every tote, tee, and tumbler is a walking billboard not just for a log...
Continue ReadingHow to Reduce Stress on the Job
Feb 2
Here are some interesting stats for you. More than 157 million Americans are part of the U.S. workforce. Considering that number, did you know that workplace stress is responsible for up to $190 bi...
Continue ReadingGeneration Z vs. Millennials: What’s the Difference?
Jan 25
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 defines a millenn...
Continue Reading6 Awarding Rewards for Your Employees
Jan 10
Since the beginning of the corporate award dinners, the same type of glass award has been presented at each one, whether it is a banquet, end-of-year party, or even just a company-wide meeting. Whi...
Continue ReadingA Quick Guide to Promotional Bags
Dec 27, 2025
Whether you're at a tradeshow, school, office, or even the grocery store, chances are that you're going to see a promotional bag. Bags are one of the most ubiquitous promotional products - and for ...
Continue ReadingGet in Gear With These Automotive Promo Products
Dec 13, 2025
Branding these car-accessory promotional products for a campaign will drive more customers to your business! In the U.S., the average daily work commute is 26 minutes and Americans spend around 38 ...
Continue ReadingCheers! Let’s Sell More Beer!
Nov 29, 2025
Description: Custom Wave Table Tent Industry: Hospitality What it was purchased for: A local brewery wanted an eye-catching promotional item to place on tables that would boost their alcohol sale...
Continue Reading6 Paw-some Promos for Pets and Vets
Nov 15, 2025
For vets, groomers, doggie daycares, and more, pet care is more than a hobby - it's a lifestyle. While puppies don't have any purchasing power, promoting your pet-centric business to dog owners ...
Continue Reading5 Unique Products for Healthcare
Nov 1, 2025
When you think about creating a fundraiser or give-back event involving healthcare, what kind of promo items come to mind? Today, I've found five unique healthcare promo products that are sure to p...
Continue ReadingHow Promotional Products Can Help Employee Morale
Oct 17, 2025
Employee morale is a critical factor in the success of any organization. When employees are happy and engaged, they are more likely to be productive, motivated, and loyal. One effective way to boos...
Continue ReadingGoing Green: Eco-Inspired Promo Products
Oct 3, 2025
The Importance of Sustainability Sustainability isn't just a buzzword-it's a crucial ethos driving societal change. With growing concerns about climate change, pollution, and resource depletion, b...
Continue ReadingCase Study: Sign the Deal
Sep 24, 2025
In the fall, a car dealership introduced a new model and promoted it to potential customers. The car dealer purchased a mailing list and merged it with its own database. The Ranger Stylus Sati...
Continue ReadingCase Study: Raise Your Glass!
Sep 23, 2025
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...
Continue ReadingCase Study: Let Them Eat Cake!
Sep 23, 2025
Objective A bakery owner had built solid connections with other service providers within their local event industry. But they were looking to grow their business within the wedding market. Pro...
Continue ReadingBig Impact, Small Budget: Affordable Promos
Sep 22, 2025
Marketing on a budget? No problem! Promotional products don't have to break the bank to make a lasting impression. With the right mix of creativity and practicality, budget-friendly promos can buil...
Continue ReadingRetail Brands in Promo? Yes, Please.
Sep 22, 2025
There's a reason retail brands are having a moment in promo-and honestly? It just makes sense. Slapping a logo on a basic water bottle or hoodie can get the job done, sure. But teaming up with well...
Continue Reading4 Ways to Improve Communication
Sep 19, 2025
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...
Continue ReadingCase Study: Fun in the Sun
Sep 10, 2025
Product: Two-Tone Malibu Sunglasses Industry: Sports What it was purchased for: A major sports team was having difficulty keeping attendance up at weeknight games. They came up with the idea of d...
Continue ReadingCase Study: It's in the Bag
Apr 10, 2023
Description Non-Woven Shopper Tote Bag Industry Bookstore What it was purchased for A large Metropolitan Community College Bookstore wanted to feature a reusable shopping bag to the students w...
Continue ReadingCase Study: Keeping it All Together
Apr 10, 2023
Objective: An insurance company wanted to send new customers home with a special gift and a way to keep their new insurance policy documentation organized. Product: Insurance Document Pouch Ful...
Continue Reading9 Tips to Own the Room at Your Next Networking Event
Aug 11, 2021
Today we host the first networking event at our office since I have been here. Exciting and scary. What do we hope to accomplish? What if I didn't buy enough sandwiches? All the questions that bubb...
Continue ReadingBoost your revenues with effective after sales follow-up
Jul 6, 2021
by: bdc.ca Finding new customers is crucial to the growth and success of your business. But entrepreneurs shouldn't forget there is huge potential for revenue in their list of existing custo...
Continue ReadingLead Nurturing Tips
Feb 8, 2021
Warmth is an integral part of relationship building in sales. Being relatable, adding value through education and discussion, and creative gifting can assist sales/marketing professionals in bec...
Continue Reading4 strategies small businesses can use to get new customers in 2021
Jan 25, 2021
The business world is now extremely virtual and will be that way for the foreseeable future. This article provides great ideas on adapting and increasing clients in this more technical business...
Continue Reading5 New Year’s resolutions every entrepreneur should make
Jan 4, 2021
Not too late to make those business New Year's resolutions. We are setting down as a staff today to refocus for 2021 and this blog post is a great agenda format for those discussions. Cheers to ...
Continue ReadingSeasonal Marketing: How to Apply It to Your Business
Dec 18, 2020
Since we are in the middle of one of the most marketed seasons of the year, I thought this blog about seasonal marketing and how to plan for it would be very helpful. Promotions Etc has worked with...
Continue ReadingThe 5 P's of a Successful Manufacturing Marketing Strategy
Nov 10, 2020
I love this article about what makes a great marketing strategy for manufacturers. How do you set yourself apart from competitors and make a profound impact on the market? Promotions Etc works with...
Continue ReadingA Holiday Gift Giving 'How-to' for Business Professionals
Oct 29, 2020
It is that time of year when we make decisions about gift giving to employees and clients. The process can cause anxiety or be ignored altogether. This article highlights the importance of internal...
Continue ReadingHow To Run A Virtual Conference
Oct 23, 2020
So many of our clients have spoken about not having trade shows to attend this year and how that affects their marketing. Promotions Etc has been creative when approaching this challenge for custom...
Continue ReadingLooking Beyond Covid-19: Why You Need To Ramp Up Your Marketing Spend Now
Sep 8, 2020
Many of us have returned to work or have ramped up productions and services while still working remotely. Marketing may not have been at the forefront of our business concerns during the last sever...
Continue ReadingThe Importance of PPE - Coronavirus Edition
Jul 15, 2020
I know much of this is common knowledge but sometimes reviewing the basics is the key to prevention. I said to someone this morning that my doctor would wear a mask to perform surgery on me. I don'...
Continue Reading5 Ways of Revitalizing the Sales Process
May 20, 2020
We have all heard the saying "think outside of the box". In sales, we have to do that all the time due to competition, client challenges, and the ever changing sales landscape. But what if someone ...
Continue ReadingBringing Them Back: Questions for HR from Returning Workers
May 9, 2020
By Nancy Cleveland shrm.org ​As employees begin to return to their workplaces after weeks under COVID-19 stay-at-home orders, they will have questions. After all, the world changed sudden...
Continue ReadingThe Pivot: 6 Situations When It's Time to Change Your Business Model and Value Proposition
Apr 22, 2020
Today is a different business environment than it was two years ago, two months ago, two weeks ago and even two weeks from now. A phrase we have heard a lot in recent days is "pivoting the busin...
Continue Reading4 Tips to Ensure Employees Work Remotely Successfully
Mar 17, 2020
Our staff will primarily be working remotely for the next several weeks, like many local companies. Our mission is to continue to provide quality customer service and remarkable marketing produc...
Continue ReadingCompetitive Advantage: How to Gain One… And Keep It
Feb 27, 2020
We hear about competitive advantages all the time. But just being different isn't the solution. How your differences/advantages benefit your client ( save them time and money) is what you want to h...
Continue Reading10 Reasons Why Trade Shows Are Important
Feb 20, 2020
Looking for something creative to highlight your company at a trade show? The ingenious, branded golf game in this picture is just one example of what we created recently for a client. As a prom...
Continue Reading6 Products to Attract Attention at a Trade Show
Feb 14, 2020
Promotions Etc is not one to shy away from a challenge. The picture associated with this blog article is one example of something definitely outside of the box that we designed and produced for ...
Continue Reading8 Benefits of Building an Online Company Store for Your Branded Merchandise
Feb 4, 2020
Promotions Etc has elevated our client experience with a frustration free ordering solution. We can build a company/organization online shop with a curated selection of products to streamline an...
Continue ReadingHow To Encourage A Mentality Of Resilience
Jan 29, 2020
Do you tend to mull over your past failures or concentrate more on how you can succeed in the future? According to Daniel Pigg, director of business engagement and an instructor at Indiana State...
Continue ReadingTips For Following-up On Trade Show Leads
Jan 22, 2020
Just returned from the PPAI 2020 Expo this past week. Very impressive event with thousands of promotional product suppliers. The amount of information and the number of great contacts can easily...
Continue ReadingThe About Us Page: Telling Your Company Story
Jan 9, 2020
by Caitlin Flynt The About Us page is probably one of the first pages that you'll create for your website. You may call it something else - "About", "Mission", "Our Story", etc. - but these int...
Continue ReadingHow Journaling Can Save (And Skyrocket) Your Business
Dec 30, 2019
As we leave this decade and embark on 2020, many of us are looking for ways to expand our business in unique directions. But many times we have so many ideas bouncing around in our heads, the creat...
Continue ReadingSmall Businesses Should Better Manage Their Online Reputations
Dec 12, 2019
PPAI Media December 2019 Small businesses need to be more proactive in managing their online reputations. A survey by business-to-business ratings and review firm Clutch found that while 88 per...
Continue ReadingCorporate Social Responsibility and the Beauty of Giving Back
Dec 4, 2019
#GivingTuesday is a reminder that we can all do more to give back to our communities, our children and our world. This article discusses simple steps we can do to make a greater impact. Givin...
Continue Reading8 Things I Am Thankful For: Business Owner Edition
Nov 27, 2019
November 2014 http://www.roughdraftsolutions.com/ 8 things I am thankful for (in no particular order): The ability to own a business and the creative opportunities available to me. Work...
Continue ReadingThe Keys to a Consistent Brand
Nov 19, 2019
When it comes to consumers, there's one thing we can count on: They want consistency. Customers don't like having the rug pulled out from under them. But consistency doesn't end with a good p...
Continue Reading4 Questions to Elevate Your Personal Brand Today
Nov 13, 2019
Promotions Etc specializes in branding for companies, schools, athletic organizations, developing methods to tell corporate/organizational stories to clients, employees and members. But have you...
Continue ReadingThree Ways To Be A Better Conversationalist
Nov 6, 2019
October 2019 PPAI Media When you walk into a networking event or trade show, do you find yourself asking the same old, tired questions? If so, your networking routine could probably use a po...
Continue ReadingTwo Important Reasons To Write A Mission Statement
Oct 29, 2019
by quotediva | Jun 24, 2016 Think for a moment about the amount of information coming at you each day. The messenger has but seconds to get through to you. This fact demands that you work on craft...
Continue ReadingFirst, Ten
Oct 24, 2019
Fantastic advice from a great author and marketing guru. Building your business organically with products/services clients want and love!! Promotions Etc has had the opportunity to expand into ful...
Continue ReadingThe Power of Networking for Generating Growth
Oct 15, 2019
by Melanie Herron | Aug 15, 2019 | Blog, Referral Marketing You've probably heard that success in business is often more about who you know than what you do. While knowing the right people c...
Continue Reading5 POWERFUL BENEFITS OF BLOGGING FOR YOUR SMALL BUSINESS
Oct 10, 2019
by Shane McGeorge Businesses operate in an ever changing landscape of technology and consumer demands. It is becoming increasingly important for small businesses to develop a strong web presen...
Continue Reading10 Foolproof Steps to Boost Customer Retention
Oct 2, 2019
by Stella Lincoln Customers just don't buy your products; they buy your services more. If you provide them with the right products along with excellent services, they will always come back for ...
Continue ReadingFive Ways To Stay True To Your Brand's Unique Values
Sep 25, 2019
Brand authenticity is very important to consumers today, especially millennials. Staying true to your brand, valuing the customer, and showing that you care about more than your profit is now...
Continue Reading8 Branding Strategies You Should Implement this Holiday Season
Sep 18, 2019
By Lexie Lu Every year, the holidays seem to arrive before business owners realize they are here. It's hard to juggle everything and figuring out branding strategies for the holidays, too. S...
Continue ReadingThe Advertising Mix: How to Multi-Media Your Brand
Sep 10, 2019
In the Promotional Products Professional group on Facebook recently, someone asked if radio advertising works. Of course we are all quick to defend our medium, as we should be, however, despite ...
Continue ReadingThe Importance of Giving Corporate Gifts
Sep 4, 2019
One of the services Promotions Etc is most proud to offer is our Holiday Corporate/Organization Gift Giving program. From design to production to kitting and delivery, we are your one stop shop. Ou...
Continue Reading8 Guidelines for Effective Trade Show Signs
Aug 27, 2019
By Mandy Movahhed | March 8, 2016 One of the biggest challenges in preparing for a trade show is developing an overall presence that will stand out in a sea of competition. This includ...
Continue Reading7 Powerfully Effective Ways to Market a Product
Aug 22, 2019
Article by Dan Stelter Preface by Trisha Porter Promotions Etc is different than most promotional product companies. We have two missions...save you time (which typically saves you money) and cra...
Continue ReadingWhy a Good Brand is So Important to Your School's Marketing
Aug 13, 2019
Olivia Malaure May 8 2017 Your school's brand is its calling card to the outside world: it's how you're identified and remembered. When somebody sees your logo or your school colors,...
Continue Reading5 Reasons “Branding & Marketing” Is Now More Important Than Ever In High School Athletics
Aug 6, 2019
by Doug Sirek June 2018 Sports branding and marketing has been of critical importance at the professional and collegiate level for decades. As we enter the 2019 school year, let's look at five...
Continue ReadingTarget Leads like a Great White Shark
Jul 30, 2019
by zoominfo.com Great white sharks are probably the most recognizable underwater predators because they've honed their skills over thousands of years. They've spent that time growing and evolvi...
Continue Reading3 Ways Branded Pens Benefit Brand Storytelling
Jul 18, 2019
Posted on April 19, 2019 by goldstarpens Everyone has a story to tell, including brands. Whether it's one that conveys encouragement like NIKE's "just do it" slogan, or one that inspires indivi...
Continue Reading10 Undeniable Behaviors Of A Great Leader
Jul 9, 2019
Alan ZImmerman 4/29/2015 It doesn't matter if you're leading a country, a company, a department, a team, a church, or even a family ... leadership has NOTHING to do with title or position. You...
Continue ReadingJune Is Audiobook Month...Let's Celebrate
Jun 26, 2019
By Julie Holderbach 6/26/2019 Audiobooks not only make long drives fly by for commuters, but they are a multitasker's dream. You can enjoy books while cleaning the house, cooking dinner...
Continue ReadingDIRECT MAIL MARKETING STATISTICS for Small Businesses
Jun 20, 2019
Dec 31, 2018 by Matt Mansfield GENERAL DIRECT MAIL MARKETING STATISTICS Some general statistics: A total of more than 150 million direct mail promotions were sent out in 2015. 42 percent...
Continue Reading7 Great Employee Retention Strategies
Jun 11, 2019
by Chad Halvorson May 30, 2018 Unemployment is at record low levels. Great news for employees, but rough water for employers trying to hang onto a steady workforce. Every month, about 3 millio...
Continue Reading5 Steps to a Powerful Digital Marketing Strategy
Jun 4, 2019
AuthorZara Burke According to a 'Managing Digital Marketing' study by Smart Insights, 46% of brands don't have a defined digital marketing strategy, while 16% do have a strategy but haven't y...
Continue ReadingAlex Rodriguez: Do You Want Him At-Bat or Serving Popcorn?
May 28, 2019
| MARCH 29, 2019 BY BOBBY LEHEW, commonsku.com Imagine this: You are the coach of the New York Yankees. It's a playoff game and the score is tied. You're at the bottom of the ninth ...
Continue ReadingTop 3 Promo Product Picks for Trade Shows
May 21, 2019
I recently attended several manufacturing trade shows and I was amazed at the varied use of promotional items used as giveaways at the events. Some very effective, and others not so much. Here i...
Continue Reading3 Steps for Effective Customer Engagement
May 14, 2019
by Jill Anonson Customer engagement is emotional, intangible and very personal. It isn't rational nor is it just about the physical product or tangible aspect of the service. It is just as much...
Continue Reading10 Steps to Better Conversations
May 7, 2019
Post by Dave Delaney A study of 10,000 American adults found Americans are more divided than ever before. We are not listening to each other. We make decisions on who we connect with based on w...
Continue ReadingSeven Must-Have Habits Of A Winning Sales Culture
Apr 30, 2019
Pause and consider your organization's culture. Every organization has one, and it's critical to your business success. A Deloitte survey reveals that 94 percent of executives and 88 percent of emp...
Continue Reading13 Best Practices for Building Solid Small Business Operations
Apr 23, 2019
by The Young Entrepreneur Council Nov 1, 2017 Running and scaling a business will always be challenging. But having a solid foundation of smoothly operating practices underlying your company can...
Continue ReadingThe Importance Of Practice – And Our Reluctance To Do It
Apr 18, 2019
by Jennifer Long | April 27, 2016 As leaders, we're accustomed to being good at what we do. Learning something new is hard, especially at the beginning when we're likely to struggl...
Continue ReadingHow To Write An Incredible Elevator Pitch
Apr 10, 2019
December 11, 2018 Deborah Sweeney When was the last time you hit refresh on your elevator pitch? If you have to think about it or worse, realize you don't have one established, then it's time to ...
Continue ReadingThe 6 Challenges Leaders Face
Apr 2, 2019
By Billy Arcement I came across an article listing the challenges leaders face on a global scale. Here is my take on these six challenges: 1) Developing managerial skills Leading an...
Continue ReadingAsk Empowering Questions
Mar 26, 2019
January 23, 2019 / Ken Blanchard howwelead.org Most of us-even millennials-have a history of working under guidance and control at school and in our workplaces. Therefore, we tend to think of...
Continue ReadingBest Tips for Effective Networking
Mar 18, 2019
By James George March 1, 2019 In today's world, social connections help to solve a ton of everyday issues: to find specialists in the service sector (hairdresser, dentist), to get acquainted w...
Continue ReadingWhy Being Small Could Be The Best Thing Ever
Mar 15, 2019
by Phil Cooke www.philcooke.com/ Seth Godin wrote a book about it, and it's been the subject of numerous articles. Last year I spoke on the subject at the Christian Media and Arts Australia c...
Continue Reading4 Keys to Make Decisions Faster
Feb 27, 2019
1.THE "RIGHT" DECISION IS ALWAYS THE FASTEST DECISION You never really know whether you're making the right move or not. I find a tremendous amount of freedom in knowing this. You'll never kno...
Continue ReadingSEO Starter Guide: 10 Blogging Best Practices
Feb 19, 2019
SEO Starter Guide: 10 Blogging Best Practices By Stephanie Ling"Stephanie Ling https://www.poweredbysearch.com/blog/seo-starter-guide-10-blogging-best-practices/ If you clicked on ...
Continue ReadingDream Big and Bold
Feb 5, 2019
January 12, 2018 by Jihan Thompson A SELF-PROCLAIMED "ACCIDENTAL ENTREPRENEUR," VICTORIA LYNDEN, FOUNDER OF KOHANA COFFEE, TRANSFORMED A FUN SIDE PROJECT INTO A COMPANY VALUED AT $100 MILLION. HER...
Continue ReadingWhy You Should Not Let Customers Decide What Your Product Is
Jan 30, 2019
https://aprildunford.com/blog/ I was recently asked to name the biggest product positioning mistake a startup could make. My answer was that most companies don't position their products at all, at...
Continue ReadingThe Top 10?
Jan 22, 2019
The Top 10? by Julie Holderbach 1/22/2019 I have been asked a few times recently what the top 10 promotional items might be. The answer is that there isn't really a correct answer! While the...
Continue Reading5 STEPS TO PROMOTE INNOVATION IN THE WORKPLACE
Jan 15, 2019
5 STEPS TO PROMOTE INNOVATION IN THE WORKPLACE Posted on June 19, 2014 by Cody Faldyn Is innovation essential for your start-up? The answer is short and simple - YES! And it's not just i...
Continue ReadingThe Gift Of Time 2019
Jan 7, 2019
As we embark on the new year, do you ever wish the world would pause that spinning for a second and let you catch up?? Need just a few more hours in every day? That is not an uncommon feeling ...
Continue ReadingCoaching Your Team to Stunning Wins
Dec 27, 2018
Coaching Your Team to Stunning Wins November 16, 2018 |In Sales and Marketing |By Bobby Lehew Most salespeople start their year with hopes: They hope their client will spend more, they hope the...
Continue ReadingSo You Suck at Content Marketing – It’s Time to Suck Less
Dec 17, 2018
So You Suck at Content Marketing - It's Time to Suck Less (A skucamp NOLA video with Bill Petrie and Kirby Hasseman) NOVEMBER 20, 2018 |IN COMMONSKU UPDATES |BY BOBBY LEHEW Bill Petri...
Continue ReadingOne Thing At a Time
Dec 11, 2018
One Thing At a Time http://kirbyhasseman.com/one-thing-at-a-time/ It's easy to get overwhelmed. We all do it. If you have ever started to work on an exciting and important project, you...
Continue Reading6 Tips For Smarter Networking
Dec 5, 2018
6 Tips For Smarter Networking You know networking is essential for building your business, but you've hit a wall. You've done your share of keeping up-to-date with former colleagues and providing ...
Continue ReadingDo you Answer the Phone? Opportunity Calling
Dec 3, 2018
Do you Answer the Phone? Opportunity Calling 11/20/2018 | Danette Gossett, From Good to Great Have you ever made a call to a supplier and felt like they didn't care about your order? I know ...
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