The Problem with Test Reports

It was one of our hottest selling bags and we were flat out-of-stock. At least a dozen backorders had already piled up by the time the container with 150,000 new pieces finally arrived at our receiving dock.

Read More

A Supplier Nightmare and Why Should You Go to Trade Shows

Full disclosure here… I like trade shows. I believe good business is based on strong relationships and trade shows give me the opportunity to meet face-to-face with my colleagues.

Read More

Overwhelmed… Trying to Do it All?

Today’s blog post will give you five proven strategies to get more done in less time and avoid being overwhelmed.

Read More

I Depend on You… But Do I Trust You?

At times, this need for dependency, although necessary, is just a bit scary. And our dependency need sets the stage nicely for this rant, which addresses another industry relevant topic… TRUST.

Read More

Think This Can’t Happen to You? The Reality of CPSIA

We have all heard about the Consumer Product Safety Improvement Act (CPSIA). And up to now, as distributors, we have been relatively insulated to the developing changes that suppliers have had to follow closely and adapt to be compliant. That is all ending now.

Read More

Become a Fan of Us!

Promo Marketing is now on Facebook and LinkedIn. Starting this month distributors and suppliers are going to have a great new place to make connections and find the industry contacts they need. Whether it’s finding a sales rep for the ABC company or finally putting a face to the voice at supplier XYZ, the Promo Marketing Facebook and LinkedIn pages will be a great resource.

Read More