Industrial Tips
The Mini Catalog: Save on Costs, Feature Top Products
We can all remember what it feels like to leisurely page through a catalog, admiring the product photos and jotting down a list to order. In today’s digital-first world, rising costs have sidelined many classic catalogs. Still, catalogs can be a powerful tool, and the mini-catalog is one way that brands are capturing the power…
Read MoreSave Big with the 2023 Postal Promotions from USPS
Direct mail remains a cornerstone of marketing, as one of the most effective, high-ROI methods of making a big brand impression. Sending printed mail pieces can lead to costs adding up pretty quickly, but there’s a great solution available: postal promotions from the U.S. Postal Service. These deals are offered by the USPS to…
Read MoreWhat “Made in America” Means for Book Publishers and Marketers
Printing for book publishers can be a complex challenge, but it’s also the kind of challenge that brings new opportunities. For publishers and for book marketing teams, producing materials here in the U.S. opens new doors while circumventing some of the challenges with the global supply chain. All you need is some creativity, drive, and…
Read More10 Times to Consider Hiring Outside Help to Get Marketing Tasks Done
Sometimes, the tasks you need done just aren’t happening with your current team – maybe they’re low priority, or they don’t fit with your team’s expertise. In these cases, consider hiring outside help! There are plenty of resources for finding freelance or contract workers to get specific tasks done, as needed. Platforms, like Fiverr and…
Read More6 Tips to Build Brand Advocates
Brand Advocates. These representatives of your brand are exactly what they sound like: people loyal to your brand, who are willing to promote your brand on a more personal level. If that sounds daunting, it doesn’t have to be! 1. PROVIDE EXCELLENCE IN YOUR SERVICE OR PRODUCT It’s first on the list because it really…
Read MoreShould Your Brand Use NFTs in Your Marketing Strategy?
The buzzy tech concept of the moment is the NFT, the 21st-century version of the “collector’s item” that has been a marketing favorite for ages. Should your brand be investing in developing NFT-centric strategies? Here’s what every marketer should know about this emerging technology. First, let’s start with the obvious question: what exactly are NFTs?…
Read MoreBrand-Building with Instagram REELS
Instagram marketing has been around since 2010, but the platform keeps making changes that, in turn, require tweaks in marketing strategies. Reels, which arrived in 2020, are short videos of up to 15 seconds each, which can be created and edited within the Instagram app. Users can either record clips as they make their reel or…
Read MoreNew Survey Reveals the Most Effective Promotional Products
The world of promotional products is constantly changing, and it can be a challenge to keep up with all the latest trends and new product types. Most important, of course, is these products’ effectiveness – how much “bang for your buck” are you getting when you choose a particular type of product? Which products are…
Read MorePromotional Products and Branded Apparel
Promotional products are one of the cornerstones of marketing, but that very ubiquity can make it difficult to find ways to really make your strategy stand out. Choosing a promotional product partner with real expertise and innovative ideas can make all the difference, and it all starts with you. Here’s what you need to know.…
Read MoreChoosing the Right T-Shirt for Your Next Promotion
Choosing a T-shirt style for your next promotional apparel line is just as important as creating the logo, design, and other elements. While a tee may seem like a pretty simple piece of clothing, it actually can come in a very wide variety of cuts and styles. What style is right for your next…
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