http://www.bestpromotions.com/blog Market your business the right way, with the right promotional products that gain high visibility. Best Promotions carries a large selection of promotional gifts and tradeshow giveaways. en-us Copyrights 2006-2008 Best Promotions. All Rights Reserved. http://www.bestpromotions.com/i/layout/bestpromotions_logo.gif http://www.bestpromotions.com/blog Market your business the right way, with the right promotional products that gain high visibility. Best Promotions carries a large selection of promotional gifts and tradeshow giveaways. http://cyber.law.harvard.edu/rss/rss.html CastLock v3.0 http://www.bestpromotions.com/blog/rss-read/top-7-reasons-why-promotional-bags-are-highly-effective Business Promotional bags are quickly becoming a new favorite in the world of promotional products. So why are businesses so drawn to promotional totes and bags? Here are the top 7 reasons why marketing with promotional bags is one of the most effective... Promotional bags are quickly becoming a new favorite in the world of promotional products. So why are businesses so drawn to promotional totes and bags? Here are the top 7 reasons why marketing with promotional bags is one of the most effective options around:

1. Visibility: People carry their bags all around town. They're always in hand and out in the open for all to see.

2. Useful: Giving your customers useful promotional says that the item is more than just marketing - it says you care. The BOGO Insulated Lunch Bag is a great example of a product that just about everyone can put to good use.



3. Reaching new audiences: Again, promotional bags are carried everywhere. The upshot is that your name and logo will be seen by individuals who may not have otherwise learned about your business.

4. Long-lasting: A high-quality promotional bag will last for years. The return on your investment can't be beat!

5. Your logo is front and center: Promotional bags are a great canvas for all the images and information you want print on them. You can great more creative and won't be limited to just your name and phone number. The Best Sport Expandable Saddle Bag allows you to choose between silk screen or a debossed image.



6. Environmentally friendly: Promotional bags are reusable, which means they're kind to the environment. Fostering a caring image contributes to brand loyalty. The Eco 51% Recycled Convention Tote and the 100% Post Consumer Recycled Duffle Bag give an added boost to an eco-friendly image.



7. Mass appeal: Promotional bags have universal appeal. People of all ages and walks of life, both men and women, carry various bags. It makes ordering bulk easy.

promotional bags logo bags tote bags promotional tote bags promotional messenger bags logo buesiness cases ]]> Tue, 29 Jan 2008 10:44:59 -0500 http://www.bestpromotions.com/blog/rss-read/top-7-reasons-why-promotional-bags-are-highly-effective http://www.bestpromotions.com/blog/rss-read/resolving-to-stay-organized-in-the-new-year-promotional-portfolios-and-planners-are-the-way-to-go Business Next to losing weight and exercising, getting organized is one of the most popular New Year's resolutions. Now is a great time for you to get in on the post-holidays organization craze by giving out promotional portfolios and planners. Why? Because... promotional portfolios and planners. Why? Because your clients' and employees' motivation to stay organized means your portfolio or planner will be used - which means it will be seen!

Promotional portfolios and planners come in a wide variety of sizes, styles, and prices. Finding just the right product for your target audience is easy.

Here's a small sampling of the array of choices available:

1. 100% Post Consumer Recycled Padfolio: The padfolio itself and the notepad inside are both made from post-consumer recycled materials. It's a unique product and one that will resonate with environmentally aware consumers.



2. Day-Timer Bristol Zippered Portable Planner: Give these planners to your employees to ensure that they're on time and on top of their schedule. With spaces for appointments and a to-do list, their time management skills will skyrocket.



3. Metropolitan Leather Padfolio: Last but not least is the padfolio that's perfect for the style-conscious client. Made from leather and featuring your logo, this is a padfolio you can feel proud and confident to give to top execs.





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Start off by handing out promotional caps to all your employees. They can be worn on casual Fridays, company outings, or even when your employees are out and about on their own. With a buy one get one free deal, the Price Buster 5 Panel Cap fits any budget.



If you're looking for apparel that your employees can incorporate into their business casual wardrobe, order up a batch of promotional polo-style shirts. The high-quality Jersey Knit Sport Shirt made by JERZEES has a professional look that's appropriate for work and employee uniforms.



Last but not least, you can treat your employees to something fun and functional by giving them a Full-Zip Fleece Vest. We're still smack dab in the middle of winter, and these fleece vests offer added warmth and have an active, athletic look - perfect for employees who have resolved to get fit in the new year!




logo apparel promotional caps promotional hats promotional apparel ]]> Wed, 23 Jan 2008 18:14:18 -0500 http://www.bestpromotions.com/blog/rss-read/start-out-the-new-year-right-with-logo-apparel http://www.bestpromotions.com/blog/rss-read/computer-bags-a-must-have-for-business-travelers Business What’s the business traveler's most essential piece of luggage? Their computer bag! As a company, business travelers are presenting you with a huge marketing opportunity. Namely, promotional computer bags personalized with your company name and logo....
The potential for exposure is immeasurable. As the recipient of your computer bag travels from check-in to gate, hundreds of fellow travelers will see your logo, along with the dozens and dozens of people on the flight itself.

For the constant traveler, sophisticated, durable, and stylish luggage is a must-have. To ensure that your computer bag makes the cut, select a product that is top-quality with a high-end look.

We offer four different computer bags that fit the bill perfectly:

1. Durahyde Computer and Business Brief: This computer bag is a bargain, and offers pockets and dividers for organization and extra storage.



2. Neotec Compu-Brief: The He-Man of computer bags, this attractive black brief features a cutting-edge tech-armor design and compression guard.



3. Top Grain Leather Computer and Business Brief: When you want to make a lasting impression on top clients, give them a luxury computer bag made from the absolute highest quality leather on the market.



4. Wenger Swiss Army Deluxe Wheeled Compu-Case: This computer bag is the ultimate in convenience. Tired travelers (and their lower backs!) will thank you for the ease of wheeling their laptops through those enormous airports.





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When you hear brand name, you might automatically think "expensive." However, tha's not always the case. Brand name promotional products can be just as affordable as another giveaway item on the market.

Take pens for instance. Bic is perhaps the most recognizable name when it comes to writing utensils, and you can have these top-quality pens personalized with your company's name and/or logo for less than fifty cents a piece!



Bic Clic Stic Foil is a highly affordable option, but no one will ever guess they were a bargain price when they see the hip, eye-catching foil designs. Another affordable standout is the Bic Body Action Retractable Pen. Their extra-large circumference means they'll never get buried at the bottom of a drawer or briefcase.



When you're set to really impress, hand out some Bic Grip Roller Ball Pens. With their gold-plated accents, the Bic Grip Roller Ball has the executive look of much more expensive pens. The highly recognizable Bic name further boosts your image of success.






bic pens bic pen promotional pens promotional bic pens logo bic pen logo bic pens ]]> Thu, 17 Jan 2008 13:17:13 -0500 http://www.bestpromotions.com/blog/rss-read/when-brand-names-count-stick-with-bic http://www.bestpromotions.com/blog/rss-read/presentation-counts-give-away-promotional-items-in-fun-and-unexpected-ways Business Promotional products are most effective when you hand them out in creative and memorable ways. In fact, promotional items can become so common place that the recipients don't give them much thought. Mix things up by giving away promotional products in...
Every month of the year, communities and organizations are sponsoring festivals and fairs. Next time you hear about one of these family-friendly events, load up your car with promotional items and head on over. Then, just spend the afternoon having fun by surprising folks with a free hat (always a crowd favorite). The Price Buster 5 Panel Cap is buy one get one free, so you can easily afford enough hats to hand out generously.



Another place to surprise people with promotional products is tradeshows. But this time put a twist on the typical standing-behind-the-booth method. Order some Best Sport Expandable Saddle Bags and surprise a lucky few tradeshow visitors with an awesome gift. They're handy for carrying around all the freebies and information you get at tradeshows. Once the word spreads, everyone in the place will want to know where you are!



The Day-Timer Attache Planner will also work for this approach to handing out promotional items. They're sleek and thin, so it will be easy for you to carry around a large supply. And they're just the right size and shape for handing out along with a firm, friendly handshake.




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That gift, of course, is insulated mugs. Your clients and customers will appreciate this convenient and useful item. Thermal mugs keep coffee and cocoa hot no matter how cold it gets outside! It's the perfect time of year to order up a batch of personalized insulated mugs.

There are a variety of colors and styles to choose from. Which mug you pick will depend on who you plan to give them to. The 16 oz  #1 Selling Roadster Travel Mug is incredibly affordable, so it's perfect for handing out to lots of customers or all of your employees. It's made of durable plastic and comes in more than 10 fun colors.



Next up is the 14 oz. Stainless Steel Colorwall Tumbler. This tumbler combines both color and sophisticated stainless steel. Choose a trim color that coordinates with your logo!



For your top clients, the 16 oz Stainless Vacuum Bottle w/ Slide Lid Cup is the way to go. The Vacuum Bottle is the luxury model of all thermal mugs. The bottle/cup combo allows your clients to carry coffee with them everywhere they go and offers a convenient way to pour a cup of Joe - for those times that call for sipping out of a stylish steel cup rather than directly from a mug.




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Raffles are the tried-and-true way to draw a crowd to your booth. The most important element of a raffle is, of course, the prize! Imagine how many tradeshow visitors will be clamoring to your booth for a chance to win the Day-Timer Kingston Zippered Desk Planner. It's sleek, sophisticated, and absolutely top-of-the-line.



Another creative way to hand out day planners is to save them for the people you make a real connection with. When you spend several minutes talking to an excellent potential customer, give them a Day-Timer Executive Planner. By making them feel special, you've instantly generated great rapport. 



Looking to go the extra mile and add a classy touch? Hand out your day planners with an Executive Twist Ball Pen. With a European black ballpoint ink cartridge and laser engraved logo, these pens are the perfect way to complete the set.



For a planner that's priced to hand out in large numbers, check out the Day-Timer Pocket Planner - it's a steal at prices as low as $5.04. The Day-Timer Attache Planner is another product priced right for handing out generously.




tradeshow giveaways daytime planners day time planner tradeshow give away executive twist ball pen promotional pens promotional pencils ]]> Mon, 07 Jan 2008 11:53:13 -0500 http://www.bestpromotions.com/blog/rss-read/day-time-planners-stand-out-from-the-crowd-at-your-next-tradeshow http://www.bestpromotions.com/blog/rss-read/as-green-as-it-gets-100-post-consumer-recycled-bags-and-briefcases Business Looking for a way to promote your business while simultaneously projecting a caring image? With post consumer recycled bags you can show your concern for the environment while still giving away promotional high-end items fit for special clients.At... post consumer recycled bags you can show your concern for the environment while still giving away promotional high-end items fit for special clients.

At first glance, the word "recycled" might not call to mind images of ultra-impressive and attractive promotional items. Change your concept of recycled materials with our collection of post consumer recycled bags. And you can choose from the popular styles: tote bags, duffle bags, and briefcases.



Another bonus? Recycled bags make a great conversation piece! The 100% Post Consumer Recycled Deluxe Tote Bag will be seen all over town. And the eco-friendly material is sure to come up in conversation, which reinforces your brand while also highlighting your corporate responsibility.



To make an impression in gyms and other athletic events, select the 100% Post Consumer Recycled Duffle Bag. It features a mesh pocket for holding a water bottle - an exercise necessity!



Last but not least, go green at board meetings with the Eco 51% Post Consumer Recycled Business Brief. Your business will stand out among all the others when potential clients learn how environmentally conscious you are.



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