People love to receive gifts. That's one of the main reasons why promotional products are always a big hit with any audience. The fact that promotional office supplies are practical, work-related items doesn't take away from the fun of getting a freebie. Our Deluxe Sticky Note Organizer is a favorite goodie with its bright colors and absolutely unique design.  

When someone once said that the pen is mightier than the sword, they weren't exactly referring to its marketing power…but few promotional products have a stronger impact than a high-quality logo pen. We love the Oasis Pen for its comfort grip and cool translucent colors.

Another reason that promotional office supplies work so well is the interaction factor. When a client uses an item featuring your logo, it's like they're interacting with your business. For high-end, high-tech interaction, try the Foldout USB Flash Drive 1GB. Or create feelings of goodwill towards your business with a thoughtful, useful gift like the Desk Clock and Caddy.

No matter the type of business, these are four promotional items that work for every office!

1. Upgrade your promotional pens to the exec-worthy Maestro Click Stainless Steel Pen. Your customers will like its smooth, comfortable grip.
2. Give your customers the gift of convenience with a Bic Media Clic Mechanical Pencil. With no need to sharpen them, mechanical pencils are quite handy.
3. Technology gifts are always a big hit. Your customers can use the Laser Pointer USB Flash Drive at home and the office.
4. Want to really knock their socks off? Put some music into their day with the impressive gift of a 1G Slimline MP3 Player v.2.0.
   

In November and December, there's always a big focus on corporate holiday gift giving. Even though the holidays are in full swing, businesses still have their regular marketing needs to attend to. You can use promotional products to make sure that your customers don't forget about you as they get caught up in the hustle and bustle of the holiday season.

In this busy time of year, you need to keep your promotions simple yet effective. We've got just what you need with our top three promotional products of all time:

1. Price Buster 5 Panel Cap: Buy one get one free pricing has kept this cap as one of our top sellers. The Price Buster 5 Panel Cap is the most affordable promotional apparel you can find.
2. Non-Woven Zippered Tote: This tote bag is a customer favorite because it has a much higher perceived value than its bargain price. The water resistant coating and zippered top put it on par with more expensive tote bags.
3. Kwik Stik: Choose a colored cap to coordinate with your logo for a sharp, clean look. You get all the benefits of a promotional pen but at a low, low price.
   

• Teachers love to give promotional pens to their students as small gifts when school lets out for winter break.
• Similarly, schools order nice pens to give to their teachers as holiday gifts. The Tropic Pen is a favorite for gifts because of its fun shape and cool translucent color options.
• Promotional pens make great stocking stuffers.
• They're perfect for office-themed gift baskets.
• Businesses order them in bulk to give away to all their customers. The Kwik Stik is bargain-priced and perfect for mass giveaways.
• You can include a pen with your holiday greeting cards to create "lumpy mail" that's sure to get opened.
• Businesses owners bring along a handful of pens to give out whenever they make holiday visits.
• You can brighten up the office with holiday-themed pens featuring sayings like "Seasons Greetings." The Klikster Color comes in the popular holiday colors of red and green.
• You can show that you're extra thoughtful by including a pen along with a gift such as a promotional portfolio.
  

1. 12 1/2 Natural Finish Ruler: A good easy-to-read ruler is a simple tool that everyone needs. The natural finish makes them gender-neutral, and with prices under one quarter a piece, there will be plenty to go around.
2. Best Value Pencil: The best value pencil is ideal for schools that want to order fun promo school supplies at a low price. These pencils come in a wide range of cool colors like purple, gold, silver, and orange. You don't have to give up style for price!
3. Hexagonal School Pencil: The hexagonal school pencil is a favorite because it won't roll off your desk! Like the best value pencil it comes in bright colors to match your school's mascot or logo.

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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.
   

1. Build up some hype: Get in touch with your customers and other contacts in advance. Let them know you'll have a booth at the tradeshow and encourage them to attend. Leave them some promotional Bic Clic Stic pens (one of the top selling pens in the whole world!) as a reminder.
2. Stand guard at the door: Post a couple of representatives near the entrance. Be the first to greet visitors as they walk in the door. Hand them a Best Value Pencil with your business card attached and ask them to visit your booth.
3. Always attach a business card: Attach a business card to every promotional product you hand out. Potential clients can stick it in their rolodex - making them more likely to remember you (and contact you).
4. Reserve something special for the best leads: Appeal to the ego a bit with an exclusive promotional product just for top contacts. If you're handing out promotional pencils, reserve a high-end pen for the important visitors. For a handsome pen that belies its low price, check out the #1 Pen Deal On The Web.
   

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