Buy Local: Promotional Items

Importance of Functional Promotional Items

Promotional products are an effective way to make hundreds or even thousands of impressions at a very low cost per.  These impressions are obviously gained with the recipient but many times they are also seen by those around them.

Choosing the right product for your company comes down to your available budget, determining the message you want to convey and how you will get the product into the hands of your recipient.

When I work with clients to create promotional campaigns, I always stress to choose items that will be viewed as functional by the recipient.  This is the best way to ensure that it will be seen on a regular basis or passed on to a friend or relative which will further your exposure.

Some of the most functional items available today are in the tech world.  As reported in a recent article on arstechnica.com, more than 90% of Americans use cell phones.  This is a very useful fact for companies that are looking for creative and functional ways to implement promotional campaigns in their business.  Choose from stylus items, cling screen cleaners, USB charges or even USB power banks that can recharge a phone without an outlet.  These items range in cost from under $1, which are great for general giveaways and branding, to items that cost about $20 each, these higher end items are great for client or employee appreciation gifts.

It's important to remember the key objective in promotional marketing that is to create an emotion in your recipient, this is what creates the memory of the item and where they received it.

For more information on how to use promotional items effectively in your company, contact us.  We would love to partner with you to increase your market share!

Corporate Holiday Gifts: What Do Your Employees Want?

Have you started planning your holiday gift giving list?  Seems like the retail stores gear up earlier and earlier each year!

Trying to find an appropriate gift for employees can be a difficult balance of affordability, appropriateness and many other factors.

The holidays are a great time of year to show your team they are appreciated.  There are so many options available from imprinted apparel like fleece jackets, tote bags or leather padfolios, golf umbrellas, or desk top toys.  A gift can serve as a constant reminder of your appreciation of their efforts.  You can view hundreds of gift ideas on our website www.stitchtomylue.com

Contact us today and we'll help you find the perfect gift!

Holiday Gift Ideas Made Simple

How Will You Say Thank You?

Hard to believe that it's mid September all ready!  I am not quite sure where the year has gone.  If you are like me, a certain anxiousness starts to settle in this time of year.  I start thinking about my clients and how I can show my appreciation for their business throughout the year.

Even with thousands of items at my finger tips, I still struggle from time to time with finding just the right item that will be enjoyed by all and project the right message!

In an effort to reduce your stress this year, I've launched a special website that is completely dedicated to gift giving, www.DeliciousHolidayGifts.com.  This website features gift items that are not only visually appealing but taste amazing! Be sure to check it out!  If you still can't find what you are looking for, please contact us and we will be happy to help!

Corporate gift giving requires a different etiquette than personal gift giving.  There are several factors to consider before deciding on the perfect gift, to ensure that it is not viewed as a bribe:

• Be aware of the recipient's company guidelines on receiving gifts.  Some companies limit the value that an employee can accept, usually around $25.
• Should you give a gift to your boss?
• Should you give a gift to your employees?

For answers to these questions, check out the article written by EmilyPost.com, where she describes some basic guidelines to follow.  Investopedia also has some great ideas on how to make the right impression. Suggesting things like, should you give a different gift for males vs females, culture sensitivities and workplace gifting.

To help you get started on the right foot this holiday season, holiday orders placed by October 31st will receive a 15% discount (discount applies to product total, not setups, shipping nor sales tax if applicable).

So be sure to visit www.DeliciousHolidayGifts.com today or contact us and we'll be happy to make some great suggestions for you!  What do you think of the new site?  Leave a comment below.

Happy Holidays!