Philosopher William James once said “the deepest craving of human nature is the need to be appreciated.” Human nature doesn’t stop just because you’re in a workplace. The people that make up every step of the business cycle still yearn to be appreciated and recognized, and it’s important to make your employees, clients, and prospects… Read More
The average 40 hours per week employee spends about a third of their weekdays devoted to their job. Most spend more time working than they do sleeping or being with their families Monday – Friday. With such a big chunk of life being taken up by work, it’s important that the place an employee goes… Read More
Clothes – everyone wears them (at least, we hope). Whether wearing a uniform for work, a sweater for warmth, or a baseball hat to shield from the sun, everyone regularly depends on different articles of clothing for the utility they provide. As a business owner, chances are you already harness the power of apparel in… Read More
It’s hard to take care of others if you aren’t taking care of yourself. As a business owner, it’s important to practice self-care in your own life to encourage your employees and clients to follow suit. Implementing self-care and positive lifestyle changes can lead to improved productivity in the office and support improved mental health… Read More
“It’s better to give than to receive.” While this may come across as a cliché, there is real truth behind it – and the old adage applies to more than just your personal life. Corporate gifting can reap benefits whether it’s from an employee or client standpoint. In this blog post, we’ll explore gift giving… Read More
The calendar year continues to fly by and we are quickly racing toward the holiday season. Christmas and the New Year are still months away, but in the world of corporate gifting and today’s crazy climate, it’s never too early to start thinking about gifts! Corporate gifting can be twofold: it can mean giving gifts… Read More
Dare to be uncommon Ordinary business practices lead to ordinary business. We all know print and promotional products are effective forms of advertising – that’s how they drive a $28 billion industry. But with so many companies selling the same shtick, how do you compete? Sometimes it can come down to what it is you’re… Read More
There was a time when online shopping was confined to bidding on rare eBay collectables. Now, almost 20 years later, we can conveniently purchase everything online: from pet supplies and groceries to personalized t-shirts and branded signage. Consumers across all industries are looking for simple, fast and accessible ordering solutions. U.S. eCommerce sales have steadily… Read More
A quick glance of today’s industry headlines drove home why many suppliers are seeing such disruption and delays related to paper and envelopes. Here are just a few: Transportation challenges disrupt supply timelines Paper shortage roundtable held on Capitol Hill Lumber prices are reaching record-breaking levels European paper and board industry braced for post Ukraine… Read More
When it comes to building a brand, the story behind your business is just as important as the brand itself. Storytelling offers your selling proposition in a more discrete manner than previous branding models and provides a less invasive means of promotion to the modern consumer. According to marketing agency Contentworks, Gen Z’s interest is… Read More
Entrepreneurs and seasoned business owners alike tend to associate a negative connotation with the idea of eco-friendly business practices. When faced with an eco-friendly sales pitch, these professionals may shudder or even abruptly end the call. But why? It’s not unjustified to assume products that are good for the earth cost more but that assumption… Read More