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Read MoreThe Law of Attraction: Learn How to Talk to Yourself
In my last article, I discussed the importance of using “I am” statements. Today, I would like to discuss another powerful communication tool: questions. Specifically, I want to talk about the questions you ask yourself. The fact is, we ask ourselves at least several hundred, and up to as many as several thousand, questions a…
Read MoreIkea Redesigns Iconic Tote Bag
Anyone who has spent any significant amount of time shopping for household items with funny names at Ikea probably could recognize its Frakta tote bags. They’re big, blue and…
Read MoreHickory Farms Names New Chief Marketing, Operating Officers
Hickory Farms, Toledo, Ohio, announced that it has named Judy Ransford as the company’s new chief marketing officer and Matt James as its new chief operating officer. “I am excited to have Matt and Judy join the Hickory Farms team,” said Diane Pearse, CEO and president. “I have worked with them both, and know their…
Read MoreSetting Up Items for Blank Goods
Question: How should I set up items for blank goods in QuickBooks? Answer: “Blank goods,” or orders that are then screen printed or embroidered by other vendors, are one of the most complex of orders in our industry. I recommend setting up a blank wearable by its item number and description only—not including color or…
Read MoreAugusta Label and Printing Adds Shrink Sleeve Technology
In response to the evolution of craft brewing and a market demand for alternative packaging trends in the Midwest wine markets, Augusta Label and Printing, Burr Ridge, Ill., announced the installation of automatic shrink sleeve machinery. Companies worldwide are growing sales through the use of 360-degree marketing using evolving shrink sleeve technology. With the craft…
Read MorePM Video Battle: Bizee Body Promotions Versus Top Promotions Inc.
Promo Marketing’s Video Battle pits two industry videos against each other for the chance at the ultimate bragging right: Being declared our readership’s absolute favorite. (Next up: We’re hoping the thunderstorms go around Philadelphia this weekend. We want to be outside as much as possible!) Last week, Bizee Body Promotions won, and now will face off against…
Read MorePreview: Check out the DNC, RNC Merchandise
With merchandisers for the Democratic National Convention (DNC) and Republican National Convention (RNC) officially selected, voters finally are able to snag a sneak peek at some of the convention merchandise. The DNC selected Philadelphia-based distributor Impact Dimensions as the official merchandiser for the DNC three months ago, while the RNC selected Ohio-based distributor ASW Global last week.…
Read MoreHanesbrands Inc. Announces Executive Leadership Succession Plan
Hanesbrands Inc., Winston-Salem, N.C., yesterday announced that its board of directors approved its leadership succession plan, under which Richard A. Noll, chairman and CEO of Hanesbrands Inc., would narrow his role to executive chairman. Current chief operating officer Gerald W. Evans Jr. will assume the role of CEO, effective Oct. 1. According to a press…
Read MoreWill Gender-neutral School Uniforms Affect Promotional Apparel?
Gender-neutral clothing is nothing new. Target recently removed all gendered labeling from its children’s clothing, and even the military has taken steps to create more gender-neutral uniforms. School uniforms, however, consistently have remained gender-specific, with boys wearing pants and girls usually wearing skirts. But this seems to be shifting. According to Mashable, schools across the U.K.…
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