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From Coca-Cola to Disney: Here’s How 15 Top Brands Have Responded to the COVID-19 Pandemic
Brands With Interesting Responses to COVID-19 Coca-Cola Nike Airbnb McDonald’s Disney Apple Google Amazon Taco Bell Gap Inc. Starbucks Audible Netflix Anheuser-Busch Verizon Wireless The COVID-19 pandemic has really changed the business world. Some places were forced to board up their windows, while others like…
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5 Horror Movie Marketing Tactics You Can Steal for Your Brand
Horror movies claw into our minds to exploit our worst fears. Ghosts, zombies, monsters, clowns, girls with long black hair, gremlins… the good ones are hard to shake, no matter how hard we try. You want the same thing for your business, right? Sure, you…
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34 Brand Names You Casually Use Without Even Realizing They’re Brand Names
There are brands out there that everyone knows and loves. Coca-Cola, McDonald’s, Apple, Disney – these are the titans with merchandise sales, millions of dollars in revenue, and a legion of fans to show for it all. While these companies are undoubtably great, it takes…
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14 Companies With Golden Voices: Who Has the Best Voice Over?
Some people have voices that are made for voiceover work. You can listen to them talk about products as unglamorous as toilet paper, and somehow, it sounds so much cooler. The actors on this list have that “it” factor. They make you turn your heads,…
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7 Aggressive Sales Tactics You Definitely Shouldn’t Use
We’ve all been there. You’re trying to buy a new car, pair of shoes, or even a blueberry muffin, and the salesperson just won’t leave you alone. This type of pushy behavior can totally alienate you as a shopper and make you walk out the…
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What is a Tchotchke & Where Does the Word Come From?
Have you seen the word “tchotchke” before? At first glance, it kind of looks like a weird jumble of letters. You might even think it’s spelled “chachki.” Well, here’s the thing – this is a real word with a place in the Merriam-Webster dictionary and…
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What is Influencer Marketing? Everything You Need to Know About This Advertising Strategy
If you’ve spent even 10 minutes on Instagram, chances are you’ve come across some form of influencer marketing. It seems like everyone and their mother is promoting a product on social media, but there’s a reason why! It’s one of the most effective advertising strategies…
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14 Ways to Have a Grand Opening for Your Business During the Pandemic
The COVID-19 pandemic has been a defining moment in our history. The entire country basically shut down, which made it tough for business owners of all sizes, but especially those who were opening their doors for the first time. Starting a new business in 2020…
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How Do You Advertise with Bottle Openers?
Bottle openers might seem like an unlikely way to advertise, but you might be surprised by how useful they can be. They are small, cost-effective items that anyone can use. Add your logo and design and you have the perfect marketing item! Learn more about…
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52 Stats About Trade Shows & Why They’re a Great Marketing Strategy
Trade shows have been around for hundreds of years, and for good reason. There’s something about meeting people face to face that can really encourage you to try something new. You can think of trade shows like the professional version of Comic Con. It’s the…
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5 Things Marketers Need to Know About Social Media Contests
Remember when cereal companies used to offer prizes if you filled out a form that was printed on the inside of the box? They offered all kinds of gifts like t-shirts, computers, and even vacations. You don’t see much of those anymore! The idea of…
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Why Marketing Budgets Are Cut First But Shouldn’t Be
It’s easy to look at a marketing budget and wonder if it’s worth continuing to invest in one. Advertising costs can add up quickly and those numbers can give you serious sticker shock. Once you look a little closer though, it’s clear that investing in…
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10 of the Worst Business Names of All Time
Worst Business Names of All Time Analtech Morning Wood Company Bunghole Liquors Poopsie’s Sam & Ella’s Chicken Palace Passmore Gas Chew-N-Butts Master Bait and Tackle Dumass Taco Knobs ‘n Knockers Do you remember that guy in college who insisted on being called “Chugs” even though…
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7 Amazing Gift Ideas for Volunteer Appreciation
7 Amazing Volunteer Appreciation Gift Ideas Reusable drinkware Custom tote bags Power banks Mini plants Personalized chocolates Trendy PopSockets Useful multi-tools When it comes to expressing gratitude, a simple “thanks” doesn’t always cut it. That’s especially true if you run an organization that relies on…
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5 Marketing Strategies You Can Learn from Tito’s Vodka
5 Lessons From Tito Vodka’s Marketing Strategy Word of mouth works Create an emotional connection Engage with social media followers Set yourself apart Use promotional items Tito’s Vodka has taken the adult beverage industry by storm in only two decades. If you’re not familiar, Tito’s…
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Why You Should Apply Dog Food Marketing Strategies to Your Target Market
Dogs are awesome. They’re always excited to see you, and a simple treat is all it takes to make them super happy. If only running a business worked the same way! But what if it could? It may be as simple as becoming familiar with…
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Bigger Isn’t Better: Why ALDI’s Business Model Leads to Happy Customers and Rapid Expansion
You can easily go to the grocery store and spend hundreds of dollars, but the thrifty shopper knows that you’ll save a boatload if you go to ALDI! This little store is proof that bigger isn’t always better, and their model leads to rapid expansion…
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Order in the Court: The 12 Best Promotional Products for Lawyers
12 Best Promotional Products for Lawyers Presidential stress balls Police car magnets Eagle plush toys Leather coasters House-shaped keychains Credit card mints Money-shaped stress balls Popcorn tins Webcam covers USB drives Stylus pens Padfolios Back in the day, most lawyers advertised their services on park…
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How Do You Advertise with Microfiber Cloths & Microfiber Towels?
You likely already use microfiber to clean your home or vehicle, but have you ever considered using it to advertise your business, event, or charity? Microfiber is a durable material that also makes a practical giveaway. Learn how you can advertise using
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5 Brands Pumpin’ Up the Jams with Spotify Playlists
It seems like there’s a Spotify playlist for just about everything – road trips, holiday parties, taking a bubble bath, ordering promotional products. So it only makes sense for your restaurant, store, boutique, or even insurance company to have a Spotify playlist of your own. …
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What Are Optical Illusions and How Can They Be Used in Advertising?
Do you ever stop and stare at an optical illusion? Museums have them in their halls, psychology classes use them to talk about the brain, and your hippie friend from college has posters of them all over his apartment. It’s possible, though, that you never…
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11 Products You Need to Market Your Cannabis Dispensary
11 Great Items for Marketing Cannabis Dispensary Lighters Rolling Papers Grinders Multi-Tools Sealable Pouches Containers Glassware Apparel Magnets Hemp Lip Balm Novelty Pens Marijuana has been legalized in 33 states – 11 have made it legal for both recreational and medical use and 22 have…
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7 Fast Food Chains with Weirdly Fun Branded Merch
In this world of keto diets and smoothies, fast food chains are surviving by going absolutely bonkers with their branded merch. Everyone from KFC to McDonald’s is using this stuff to stay on people’s radars. You can find it all, from normal things like t-shirts…
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8 Brands That Took Marketing Risks and Won
8 Brands That Took Marketing Risks Burger King Aldi Dove Twitter TOMS Microsoft Target Charmin Brands are constantly competing for our attention (and hard-earned money). Sometimes, a business has to take a risk in order to set themselves apart from their competition. Whether the risk…
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12 Best Brand Collaborations and What You Can Learn from Them
12 of the Best Brand Collaborations Cheetos and Forever 21 Lego and Stranger Things McDonald’s and Burger King Vans and Harry Potter Kentucky Fried Chicken and Cheetos Sharpie and Nike Doritos and Taco Bell American Eagle and Lil Wayne Louis Vuitton and Supreme Uber and…
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The Art of Filling a Swag Bag: Why It Shouldn’t Be Too Heavy
If you’re hosting a trade show, 5K, or any other big event, it’s a good idea to offer people who attend some kind of goody bag. The things inside these bags serve as little souvenirs that help you and your event stay memorable. Plus, everyone…
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What Are Pop-Up Shops and Do They Actually Work?
Back in the 80’s and 90’s, people actually liked advertising. They wanted to sing along to the jingles, watch the commercials, and see the cool Coca-Cola billboards down the highway. Nowadays, brands have to be sneakier to get their messages heard, whether it’s through targeted…
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6 Adobe Illustrator Tips & Tricks for Beginners
6 Helpful Adobe Illustrator Tips for Beginners Learn the shortcuts and use them wisely Use the handy Bezier Tool Set up your workspace Take advantage of Adobe’s resources Export your work as a .PNG or .PDF file Become familiar with Adobe’s Align Tool When we…
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8 Color Schemes from the Pixar Universe
Pixar is often regarded as the greatest animation studio in the world. A lot of this success can be credited to their visually-pleasing films, unique storylines, and the fact that if you watch one, you’re probably going to ugly cry. Seriously, bring tissues the next…
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5 Stages of the Purchase Cycle and Where You Fit In
Anybody who works in or studies marketing is pretty obsessed with the purchasing cycle. It’s how a business owner dives deep into the consumer’s mind and understands their behavior. Kind of creepy, right? The thing is we all interact with the purchase cycle at some…
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The Sweet Truth on How Chocolate Can Help With Your Advertising
It’s not really that easy running a business. You have so much to think about, and to top it all, not everyone makes it out there. Here’s one truth you can always count on: People love chocolate. If you’re not a bakery or sweet shop,…
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10 Housewarming Gift Ideas for Realtors
10 Housewarming Gifts for Realtors Cutting board Key holder Picture frame Throw blanket Herb growing kit Welcome mat Mini toolkit Bluetooth speaker First aid kit Grill set As a realtor, you get to experience all the ups and downs that come with finding and purchasing…
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8 Examples of Genius Marketing & What You Can Learn From Each One
It’s likely you’ve encountered branded merch at some point. You know – t-shirts, water bottles, pens… all that stuff that’s swagged out with a logo and company name. It’s everywhere, from courtside at an NBA game to all over the tables at college job fairs.…
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What Season 3 of Stranger Things Can Teach You About Product Placement
This is your official warning that this blog post contains possible spoilers for “Stranger Things” on Netflix, particularly Season 3. You’ve been warned! If you’ve tuned in to Season 3 of Stranger Things, there’s no doubt you’ve noticed a large number of brands have worked…
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What Marketers Should Know About Memes
Every time you’re on the internet, you’re immediately ambushed by memes. Memes can say it all with just a picture and a few short words. They’re a fun, clever way to communicate to an audience. If you’re in the marketing field, chances are you’re at…
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10 of the Greatest Animals Ever Used in Advertising
It’s dog-eat-dog out there in the business world. That explains why some companies have unleashed their inner animal in their branding and advertising campaigns! Who could forget Spuds McKenzie, the Bud Light dog with a cool leather coat? How many remember Mr. Owl, the…
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The Taco Bell Hotel Has No More Reservations! The Rooms Booked in Less Than 2 Minutes
Taco Bell has some of the most creative marketing on the planet. In 2019, though, they really outdid themselves with the very first Taco Bell pop-up hotel in sunny Palm Springs, California. The crazy part? The rooms booked ridiculously fast when they opened on June…
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10 Inspiring Quotes about Marketing from Advertising Legends
Every person who owns a business can use words of wisdom and guidance occasionally. After all, the marketing and advertising industry is constantly changing, and it can be challenging to stay fresh and energized with new ideas. There are several true advertising gurus who seem…
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9 Totally Condescending Advertisements
Have you ever seen an ad that left you feeling a little insulted? Companies try to keep their marketing memorable and engaging, but sometimes they drop the ball and end up with an ad that is just plain rude and even slightly patronizing! In the…
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Why Food Packaging is Powerful & How You Can Use This Advertising Strategy
An eye-catching food package can be a powerful way to advertise your company and create brand loyalty, no matter what your industry. These containers receive their imprint via assembly lines and are often collectible with the right design. The most popular options include: Boxes Bags…
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Drinking While Shopping is a Thing: What You Need to Know
People are busy and don’t really have time to do everything during the day. That’s the beauty of a new up-and-coming trend: the sip and shop. Now you don’t have to pick between errands and a relaxed, social environment. You can do them both in…
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14 Unfortunate Logo Perspectives You Can’t Unsee
Perhaps nothing is more important in branding than a good logo. After all, you use it on billboards, social media posts, and marketing items like t-shirts and coffee mugs. A step in the wrong direction and that design you choose to represent your company can…
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Should You Join a Local Chamber of Commerce?
You just opened a business in your favorite neighborhood and you’re excited to get started. Now that you finished the paperwork, hung a sign above your door, and swept the entire place, it’s time to figure out your marketing strategy. That’s where a chamber of…
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How Your Business Can Create a Green Marketing Campaign
Do you want to launch an innovative and impactful new marketing campaign for your business? You might want to consider joining the go-green movement! Chances are, some aspect of your business impacts the environment whether it be your packaging, energy use, or overall waste production.…
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Neuromarketing Nation: How Emotions Influence Your Buying Decisions
Have you ever gone to the store to buy milk just to leave with a cart full of stuff? And no, it isn’t just you. This is actually a very common buying behavior. With help from neuromarketing, businesses across the nation can get inside your…
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10 Graphic Design Blogs You Should Be Reading
A bold and memorable logo is important for generating new business and attracting return customers. As a promotional products company, we have seen our fair share of poorly designed logos. If you want to market your business by placing your logo on one of our…
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12 Offensive Advertisements Your Business Can Learn From
Advertising is kind of like throwing a dart in the dark. As a business owner, you’re not sure where it will land and if it will earn you any branding points. That’s why you have to be super careful about releasing what’s perceived as bad…
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What Promotional Products Can Do for Your Non-Profit or Charity
As a non-profit or charity, you want as many pennies as possible to go towards your cause. That’s why the idea of spending money on promotional products may seem downright crazy. Still, hear me out! Fundraising is an important part of what you do and…
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