Sleeping in may not be the most refreshing thing I could do early on a Saturday morning. In my first commentary, I shared my thoughts as I was out running one morning.
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Tag: Manufacturing
How Can a 3D Printer Make You Money?
One of the most difficult parts of getting the sale is showing the customer exactly what they want when they want it. More often than not, this is an immediate need.
Read MoreIndustry Supplier’s Campaign to Support Producers of USA-made Goods
Paper supplier Mohawk shows support for small businesses that source and create American-made products. Here’s the why and how.
Read MoreThousands of Dead Pigs Found in Chinese River
The headline (as well as the actual story) is scary, horrifying, gross, sad and so many other of the world’s worst feelings, but here’s a question for you: What if the dead pigs were just a metaphor?
Read MoreWhen a Picture Says a Thousand Words: Bangladesh
It takes a single negative image to undo even the most successful campaigns in the eyes of your customers—and many of them will never forget what they’ve seen in the news. Headlines from Bangladesh and Pakistan underscore the need for social accountability audits.
Read MoreTonight’s Debate: What Talking Points Affect Your Business?
Though the focus is on foreign policy, the debate could cover trade issues that have a direct and critical effect on the promotional industry
Read MoreThe Fastest Growing and Dying Industries in America, 2012 Edition
IBISWorld has released its updated list of the fastest growing and dying industries in America, and we’re comparing it to the 2011 edition to see what it says about our economy.
Read MoreAmerican Manufacturing: Is it Really Coming Back?
How and why U.S.-made products might be coming back for good.
Read MoreThe Next Big Thing
What the next big thing could be, and why it matters to printers and promotional products professionals.
Read MoreBar Soap or Liquid Soap?
As a confessed marketing madman who thinks different, I’m always pondering branding strategies, marketing messages, hot products, and changing business trends.
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