Jeff Solomon is on vacation with his family in Hawaii, so this week’s rant is provided by his friend and industry colleague Glenda Stormes-Bice, MAS.
Read MoreGuest Rant: Is Specialization the Dying Trend?
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Could This Be Love? My Valentine’s Blog
What is it about this industry that catches folk, pulls them in and never lets them go? Could it be love?
Read MoreResolutions for 2013
Hey everyone! Long time no blog! Sorry about that. I’ve been on the road a lot this last month, and also trying to write 4,000 things at once. It was not a good combination, as I’m sure you can imagine. And now I’m off this week for PPAI Vegas, so hooray, MORE TRAVEL!
Read MoreIndustry Acquisitions News Roundup
A look at some of the acquisitions, partnerships and alliances that happened in Q4 2012.
Read MoreIn the Weeds
For those of you unfamiliar with this expression, it means you are crazy-busy and working at a frantic pace. For all of us in the print and promotional products industry, this is the “in the weeds” time of year.
Read MoreAchieve Trade Show Success in 2013
Heading to an industry show soon? Trade shows are an important part of our industry, and to get the best return on your time and monetary investment, we may have a few ideas to help.
Read MoreI Love the Smell of Steer Manure!
What are these weeds that are choking our business growth and how can we fertilize where we need to?
Read MoreRelationship Building 101: Have you passed?
It’s not always about what your client can do for you, but what you can do for your client—the importance of a mutually beneficial business relationship.
Read MoreSAAGNY and PPAI Are Making a Difference for Victims of Hurricane Sandy
Promotional products associations are making a difference helping those affected by Hurricane Sandy. Here’s how you can help.
Read MoreFood for Thought: Creating sales opportunities out of objections
What does it REALLY mean if a potential customer turns down your offer? Is it a cue for persistent follow-up calls or time to move on?
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