The lead-up to the holidays is a busy time for most businesses. There is a constant stream of customers waiting to be helped and holiday products that need to be ordered, not to mention your own internal company holidays plans to take care of. During this time of year, it’s easy for small details to... read more
In our experience, we’ve seen many companies who do still know the value of print marketing. But without a click-through rate to analyze or website visitors to count, it can be difficult to measure how effective your materials truly are. Mailers, brochures and catalogs are designed to spread your brand’s message and ultimately earn sales, so how can you... read more
We all know how fun it can be to look at beautiful pictures. It’s why we love flipping through old photo albums and millions have become obsessed with Instagram. Great photography is captivating, so it’s easy to see why photographs are an important part of every company’s marketing materials. However, pairing attractive images with text in... read more
Uncertain. Stressful. Scary. Turbulent. These are just a few of the words people might use to describe 2020 so far. The coronavirus pandemic has thrown everyone into unease, including both consumers and businesses. When every day is full of anxiety and uncertainty, it becomes increasingly difficult to stay positive. During this time, we all can play a... read more
If we were to ask you to name the companies that come to mind when you think of successful branding, which ones would you choose? Take a minute and make a mental list of two or three. Got it? We’re willing to bet your list includes a brand like Nike, Coca-Cola or Google. These businesses not only create quality products,... read more
The process of recruiting new college students is about to change drastically. Even before the covid-19 pandemic, universities were offering more online classes, and students were starting to discover universities from their phones or direct mail pieces. Now, likely through 2020 and even into 2021, many students will be unable to physically visit schools. It’s... read more
As a growing business ourselves, we understand that to be successful, your brand needs to stand out in the crowd. Brands like Ben & Jerry’s, Burt’s Bees and Whole Foods all started out as very small businesses and became household names by successfully showcasing their unique selling points. When the economy is struggling, communicating the special... read more
As a growing company ourselves, we understand that business owners constantly feel the pressure to find both high-quality and low-cost solutions. When it comes time to order print materials, it can be confusing to discern whether an online service or local shop is the best option. An online printer seems like easy to use, but... read more
In our increasingly digital world, it seems some marketers have forgotten the influence direct mail can have on consumers. It may surprise you to know that despite our obsession with smartphones and computers, direct mail received its highest average response rate in history last year. It seems customers appreciate the value of messages they can... read more
The pressure you feel gearing up for a sales pitch can feel like going into battle. To perform your best, you need to feel confident that you’re walking in with the best weapons on your side. Before you send in your best salespeople, consider whether you’ve armed them with the same old materials or the... read more