http://www.bestpromotions.com/articles Grow your business and gain high visibility with the right promotional items for your next tradeshow. Gain insight and ideas for the best promotional products for tradeshow giveaways and imprinted logo items. en-us Copyrights 2006-2008 Best Promotions. All Rights Reserved. http://www.bestpromotions.com/i/layout/bestpromotions_logo.gif http://www.bestpromotions.com/articles Grow your business and gain high visibility with the right promotional items for your next tradeshow. Gain insight and ideas for the best promotional products for tradeshow giveaways and imprinted logo items. http://cyber.law.harvard.edu/rss/rss.html CastLock v3.0 http://www.bestpromotions.com/blog/rss-read/promotional-pens-8-reasons-why-theyre-still-a-top-promotional-marketing-product Business Promotional product trends come and go, but there's one giveaway that will never go away: promotional pens. Here are 8 reasons why pens will always be the number one promotional product around: Pens can be combined nicely with other gifts,... promotional pens. Here are 8 reasons why pens will always be the number one promotional product around:

1. Pens can be combined nicely with other gifts, such as promotional notepads and portfolios. The #1 Pen Deal on The Web is a great choice for this use. It looks like a high-end stainless steel pen, but it's an absolute bargain with buy one get one free pricing.
2. They're just the right size for promoting your website.
3. Pens are extremely affordable. The #1 Selling Bic Round Stic, for example, sells for less than a quarter a piece.
4. People use pens every single day, which means constant exposure to your brand.
5. Pens go through a handful of owners in their lifetime. A single pen can market to 5, 6, 7, or more people.
6. Pens appeal to people of all ages, as well as both men and women.
7. They come in a wide variety of styles. For example the Cutter & Buck Signature Gold Roller is sophisticated and handsome enough to give as corporate gifts.
8. Pens are useful. They won't get tossed out or stuck in a drawer like some other promotional products.
   

That's just a small sampling of the reasons that pens are still tops when it comes to promotional products. No matter what your current marketing plan is, every business should always have a plenty promotional pens around.

promotional products logo pens promotional pens pens with logos logo pencils ]]> Thu, 26 Jun 2008 18:37:25 -0400 http://www.bestpromotions.com/blog/rss-read/promotional-pens-8-reasons-why-theyre-still-a-top-promotional-marketing-product http://www.bestpromotions.com/blog/rss-read/be-seen-on-the-beach-with-promotional-beach-gifts Business During the months of June, July and August, beach-themed promotional items make the best gifts. Your customers and employees will be spending time at the beach, the lake, or just the neighborhood pool. With a promotional beach item from you in hand,... beach-themed promotional items make the best gifts. Your customers and employees will be spending time at the beach, the lake, or just the neighborhood pool. With a promotional beach item from you in hand, everyone who's enjoying the sand and surf will see your logo.

Imagine if you could lay banners featuring your company's name and logo all over the beach. With Jewel Collection Colored Beach Towels you can! While your customers are enjoying the water, their promotional beach towel will be displayed for all to see.

Treat your customers to the ultimate in comfort with a Beach Mat. Tons of cool features are packed into this convenient faux straw beach mat. Your screened logo will be highly visible on the side when the mat is folded up into a carrying case.

Your customers can pack up some snacks drinks in the Modesto Picnic Carrier Set. You get a lot of bang for your buck with this handle cooler because it will be used throughout the year long after summer has come and gone.



promotional products log beach items promotional beach items logo towels logo beach towel ]]> Tue, 24 Jun 2008 20:16:51 -0400 http://www.bestpromotions.com/blog/rss-read/be-seen-on-the-beach-with-promotional-beach-gifts http://www.bestpromotions.com/articles/rss-read/employee-appreciation-gifts-for-your-company-picnic Business This summer, make your company picnic extra special by handing out employee appreciation gifts. It's a lot more fun than an awards ceremony, and your employees will enjoy being recognized for their hard work. The success of your business rests... employee appreciation gifts. It's a lot more fun than an awards ceremony, and your employees will enjoy being recognized for their hard work.

The success of your business rests largely on the dedication and professionalism of your employees. Think about it - we all know the importance of customer loyalty. Your employees can make or break repeat business.

Showing your appreciation for your employees boosts morale and, consequently, productivity. An employee will only invest themselves in their job if they feel that you as an employee are, in return, invested in them.

Maintaining a low rate of employee turnover is another reason to recognize your employees. You lose valuable time and money when you have to seek out and train new employees. Moreover, you can't put a price tag on the level of experience you just lost.

Including your company's logo on the award or gift ties the feelings of appreciation directly to the workplace. It's a reminder that this gift is from you, the employer. The logo becomes symbolic of the employee/employer relationship. Taking the time to have items personalized this way also shows that you put real thought and effort into the gift.

The 16 oz #1 Selling Roadster Travel Mug, for instance, can be screened with your company's name and logo. It's a good choice because your employees will use it every day. Baseball caps are another fun option. Everyone can wear them during the picnic to create a feeling of being a team. The 6 Panel Camouflage Cap with Embroidered Logo is a unique choice. Your employees will continue to wear it in the future because it's hip and stylish.

As an employer you also benefit from employee appreciation events. You hone your skills at giving out compliments and displaying gratitude on a daily basis. It's also beneficial to remind yourself of what great employees you have to boost your own feelings of morale.

Employee appreciation gifts and ceremonies are much less meaningful if they seem lazy, half-hearted, or cheap. A larger, more high-end item, such as the #1 Camp Chair On The Web makes a fantastic gift because it shows that you cared enough to spend a little more. It's a gift of real substance.

Making the gift giving part of an overall experience will enhance the meaning of the award. Anyone can buy a present. Planning an event shows a whole new level of caring. The experience should feel personal and sincere. A company picnic, ice cream social or outing fits the bill perfectly.

Creating lasting, positive memories is key to a successful employee appreciation program. That's why making the gifts part of a day of food and fun is so effective. Every time your employee looks at the gift or award, they'll be reminded of a really enjoyable experience.



promotional products employee gifts logo apparel employee awards logo items ]]> Mon, 23 Jun 2008 20:04:49 -0400 http://www.bestpromotions.com/articles/rss-read/employee-appreciation-gifts-for-your-company-picnic http://www.bestpromotions.com/blog/rss-read/three-places-to-take-your-promotional-chairs-this-summer Business Smart business owners know that promotional chairs help you do more than just rest your tired feet. When taken out to big events, promotional chairs can serve as portable advertisements. Here are the top three places to bring promotional chairs for... promotional chairs can serve as portable advertisements. Here are the top three places to bring promotional chairs for marketing your company:

1. Stadiums: Take me out to the ballgame…and take along a promotional chair! Stadiums are always crowded, which means there's a crowd of folks who'll see your logo. You can also build up goodwill by associating your company's name with a jovial atmosphere. Because your company's name and logo can be embroidered on the front, the Embroiderable Camp Chair has a polished, upscale look that will impress passersby.
2. Beach: As the summer months heat up, everyone will be headed to the beach to cool off. Keep your rear off the hot sand by sitting in a Classic Striped Beach Chair. The fun design makes this chair a real eye-catcher. Again, it's always beneficial to display your logo in a place that people associate with fun. Their subconscious will be predisposed to think positively about your business.
3. The great outdoors: Whenever you spend time outdoors, be sure to bring out your promotional chairs. You can take them to the park, outdoor concerts, 4th of July celebrations, cookouts, family reunions…there are lots of opportunities for reinforcing your brand. The #1 Camp Chair on the Web is rugged and durable so you can take it anywhere. And it's priced right for buying one for everybody in your group!
   

Make promotional chairs a regular part of the things you're already doing. There's no extra work involved for you, but the exposure for your business will really pay off.


custom logo chairs camp chairs promotional chairs logo folding chair ]]> Thu, 19 Jun 2008 11:26:00 -0400 http://www.bestpromotions.com/blog/rss-read/three-places-to-take-your-promotional-chairs-this-summer http://www.bestpromotions.com/blog/rss-read/go-green-with-your-company-picnic Business The company picnic is a long-standing tradition in the business world. Improve upon the tradition this summer by going green! Here are some simple ways you can have an environmentally-friendly company picnic. No picnic is complete without a wide...
No picnic is complete without a wide array of cold, delicious beverages…which also means piles of discarded plastic or Styrofoam cups. This year, serve your drinks in a reusable cup, such as the Best Stainless Travel Mug. With all your employees using the Best Stainless Travel Mug at your picnic, they won't be contributing to the 25 billion Styrofoam coffee cups Americans throw out every year.

When you're buying all those burgers and hot dogs, be sure to carry your purchases in a reusable tote bag. The Classic Cotton Meeting Tote is an affordable alternative to the billions of plastic bags that end up in our oceans, killing more than 100,000 marine mammals and turtles every year.

Another way to reduce your use of plastic bags is to order up some 100% Post Consumer Recycled Deluxe Tote Bags. These Earth-friendly totes make excellent employee appreciation gifts to hand out during your picnic. With 600 plastic bags being thrown out each second in the U.S., an attractive, sturdy tote like this one can really make a difference.

You'll enjoy your picnic even more knowing that you're minimizing your environmental footprint. Be sure to separate your recyclables from the rest of the trash to recycle after the picnic is over!

promotional products promotional tote bag eco-friendly tote bag reusable tote bag logo tote bag ]]> Tue, 17 Jun 2008 11:20:00 -0400 http://www.bestpromotions.com/blog/rss-read/go-green-with-your-company-picnic http://www.bestpromotions.com/articles/rss-read/camping-chairs-better-than-billboards Business You've got a hot new product, a killer website, and a new slogan ready to burst on to the scene - how do you let the world know about it? Advertising is a good answer. Promotional products is a better answer. Promotional camping chairs is the... Promotional camping chairs is the best answer.

Nope, that's not a typo! In fact, your surprise at that statement is proof that it works. Different and unexpected is what catches the eye and sticks in the mind. Colorful, high-quality camping chairs will get you more bang for your buck than a small black and white ad in the paper.

Camping chairs function like billboards - only better! Hundreds of people will see your logo on a camping chair at the beach. A billboard will tend to net you a lot of repeat viewers. That is, the same folks will drive by it everyday on their way to and from work or the store. With a camping chair, however, you're guaranteed a different audience every time it's used.

Kin to billboards are those small cardboard signs stuck in the ground at every intersection in town. They may get a glance from someone stopped at a red light, but they're so common place that we usually look right past them. Even if you do look at them, they hardly make a memorable statement about the company.

You can take that basic idea, though, and make it really work. Every time someone unfolds one of your camping chairs, it's like plunking down a mini-billboard. But your logo on something like a Budget Beater Folding Chair with Carry Bag is a lot more impressive than cardboard on a stick. A steel-framed chair with a color-coordinated carrying bag shows that you're business is high-class and reputable.

Both up-and-coming and established companies can use camping chairs to spread the word. Even if you're a 10-year-old company with a logo everyone knows, you've still got to be creative when you tell the public about a new product or service. When the aim is promoting a new product rather than general brand awareness, visibility is key. Keychains and pens build customer loyalty, but they get tucked away in purses and pockets. A chair, on the other hand, is for all the world to see.

You'll earn instant credibility when you advertise on an upscale chair like a Cool Breeze Mesh Folding Chair with Carry Bag. A chair like this comes equipped with cup holders, mesh panels, and a shoulder strap bag - features that all send a subtle message: my products are high-quality.

Camping chairs are surprisingly affordable. For example, you can come across deals like the #1 Camp Chair on The Web. You don't have to sacrifice quality for price. At those kind of bargain prices, it's possible for you to give your customers a great chair while staying within your budget.

If a new advertising campaign is on the horizon, give one of these moveable billboards a try. Your customers will love them, and you'll love the return on your investment.

promotional products logo camp chairs custom logo chairs promotional chairs ]]> Fri, 13 Jun 2008 11:41:54 -0400 http://www.bestpromotions.com/articles/rss-read/camping-chairs-better-than-billboards http://www.bestpromotions.com/blog/rss-read/keep-it-cool-5-ways-to-use-promotional-sports-bottles Business The hot summer months are the perfect time of year to use promotional sports bottles to market your business. Need some ideas? Here are 5 ways to make good use of sports bottles when the weather is toasty. Fill up a sports bottle with candies or...

1. Fill up a sports bottle with candies or other small gifts for employee or customer birthdays. Or, go with a red, white and blue theme for Independence Day. The Polycarb Water Jug 18 Ounce Size comes in blue and red!
2. Raise money for a good cause by selling sports bottles at an outdoor summer event. Sweeten the pot by giving away a free ice cold beverage to each customer! The 36 oz. Jumbo Polycarbonate Sport Bottle is a good choice because of its extra large size.
3. Run a special where customers get a free sports bottle with each purchase or with a minimum purchase of $10 or $20. Order in bulk and you can get the 28 oz. Sports Bottle for well under a $1 a piece - making it an affordable option for running a big promotion.
4. Put together a summer-themed marketing campaign including sports bottles that say "Check out our hot deals!"
5. Going to a July tradeshow? Sports bottles make awesome giveaways - be sure to put a business card inside each one!
   

logo sports bottle promotional water bottle promo water bottles logo water bottles ]]> Fri, 13 Jun 2008 11:19:57 -0400 http://www.bestpromotions.com/blog/rss-read/keep-it-cool-5-ways-to-use-promotional-sports-bottles http://www.bestpromotions.com/blog/rss-read/employee-recognition-gifts Business You can help keep morale high by recognizing your hardworking employees for the contributions they make. Awards ceremonies can be a bit dull, so make it more fun by handing out employee recognition gifts at a summer event. A handsome plaque is the... employee recognition gifts at a summer event.

A handsome plaque is the traditional way to recognize a top employee. A Small Esquire Plaque Award is a memento your employees can display with pride. For something more modern and decorative, you can opt for the Small Crystal Tower Award. Made from the finest Jade crystal, it will certainly earn a prominent place on your employee's desk. Awards like these serve as daily reminders of how much you appreciate your employees.

Awards are nice, but they're even better when accompanied by a cool, useful gift. A silver Analog Desk Clock is an attractive, valuable gift perfect for recognizing special team members.

There's no question that your employees will love a Reflections 1.5" Digital Photo Frame. It's a high-tech way to show off their family photos! Here's a tip for making this great gift extra special: preload it with an image saying "Thank you for everything you do!"

This summer, plan an employee picnic and top off the day by presenting employee recognition gifts and awards. You'll reenergize and refocus your team during these months when vacation daydreams are taking over everyone's thoughts!

employee gifts employee recognition awards employee awards gift for employees ]]> Tue, 10 Jun 2008 17:16:59 -0400 http://www.bestpromotions.com/blog/rss-read/employee-recognition-gifts http://www.bestpromotions.com/blog/rss-read/top-4-family-reunion-gifts Business No family reunion is complete without personalized souvenirs to commemorate the occasion. When you're planning your family reunion this summer, be sure to include cool promo items featuring your family name and the date of the big event. Here...
Here are the top four promotional products for family reunion gifts:

1. Baseball hat: Most summer-time family reunions are held outdoors. A baseball cap with your family's name printed on the front will protect you from the sun. The Price Buster 5 Panel Cap's buy one get one free pricing is affordable for even the biggest of families.
2. T-shirt: T-shirts are a must-have, no doubt about it! The Dark Colors 100% Cotton Short Sleeve T-Shirt is a good choice because of the wide variety of stylish colors. Tip: Print your family tree on the back of your t-shirts!
3. Can cooler: Can coolers will keep your beverages ice cold, and they can be enjoyed long after the reunion is over. The No Slip Can Cooler comes in fun colors like lime and orange.
4. Sports Bottle: Everyone can write their name on their sports bottle with a marker and use it the whole afternoon - and of course take it home as a gift! The 28 oz. Sports Bottle is a convenient squeeze bottle priced right for buying in bulk.

This summer, don't send your relatives away empty-handed after your family reunion. Give them gifts they'll love and continue to use (or wear as the case may be!) throughout the years.

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Personalized sports bottles make fun and useful souvenirs for summertime family reunions. You can all stay cool while you're outside playing silly games and grilling out. At the end of the day, everyone will have a nice memento to take home. You can have sports bottles imprinted with a special message and the date of the reunion. The Polycarb Water Jug 18 Ounce Size is a fun choice because of all the cool color options. Bright and lively colors like purple, orange, and green will reflect the spirit of the day.

Another popular summer event is the company picnic. Getting together to enjoy each other's company outside of the work setting is crucial for building employee morale. It gives everyone a chance to see each other as regular folks and not just coworkers.

Again, they're useful for toting around beverages throughout the day, and they're ready-made souvenirs once the picnic is over. Plus, sports bottles have mass appeal. Your employees' family members will like them, too. You can save money by buying in bulk knowing that everyone at the picnic will want one. Kids will get a kick out of the Flipper Gripper 24 oz. Polycarbonate Bottle, and mom and dad will love the spill protection it offers.

Sports bottles are also an alternative to travel mugs when you're out running errands and want a cold beverage at hand. For businesses, sports bottles become a great opportunity for brand name exposure. Give them away for free to everyone you can think of - customers, employees, vendors, suppliers and all your family and friends. The number of people who see your logo throughout the day will be enormous. A 36 oz. Jumbo Polycarbonate Sport Bottle works really well for promotional purposes. The extra-large size means it will provide hours of refreshment while your customers and employees are out and about.

As they say, "30 minutes on the treadmill, a lifetime in the landfill." Sports bottles are much more eco-friendly than throw-away bottled waters. You can use one sports bottle multiple times, which also saves you money. You can easily stash a sports bottle in your gym bag. They're also handy for bike rides, hiking and playing sports.

A 28 oz. Sports Bottle is the ideal choice for your workout. No need to screw and unscrew a cap. Just squeeze and enjoy! A 30 oz. Translucent Sport Bottle is another good option because its small bottom fits perfectly in cup holders on stair climbers and elliptical machines. 

As you can see, promotional sports bottles can do a whole lot more than just hold water. Next time you're in the market for a souvenir or gift, try a message on a bottle!

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• The great outdoors: Your logo doesn't belong stuck in a drawer! It should be out in the sun for all to see. By their very nature, promotional beach items are meant to be outside where they can be seen by potential customers. The Budget Beater 8 Pound Beach Towel is the perfect example. Giving out promotional beach towels is as good as buying beachfront advertising space!

• Fun in the sun: With promotional beach items, your customers are seeing your logo while they're having a good time. It will build positive associations with your brand.

• All summer long: You know that you've got at least three solid months of exposure with beach items. Every time your customer spends the day at the lake, beach or neighborhood, your Beach Mat will come along!

• Multi-purpose: Lots of beach-themed items have other uses as well. For instance, the Pacific Trail Cooler can be taken to ball games or used as a lunch bag. When the leaves have turned and the kids are back in school, your customers will still be sporting your logo around town.

• Perennial appearances: When the shorts and sandals come out of the closet, so too will your beach-themed promotional products. Your customers will use these giveaways every summer for years to come.

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