I want to clarify my statement above. I want to discuss what is a good promotional tumbler to pass out to promote your organization. Not all tumblers are the same, but more importantly, some tumblers are better for a promotion than others. Recognizing that every promotion has different objectives and needs, let's get started. First, what does the tumbler look like. Will it fit in someone's hands, color, shape, will it fit into a car's drink holder, do you want grips, tall, short, slender are a few considerations. Some events need a dynamic and bright colored tumbler. Do you need a PMS match. For other events you may want a restful and soft color. New and innovative designs and colors come out all the time. What features does the tumbler need to have? Does it light up. Does it have a cap that can magnetically attach to the side so you don't lose it. Will it leak when turned up side down. Does the top screw on or slide on. What about having a speaker or USB charger included. Some have secret compartments. Think about how a person sips from the tumbler, open all around, slide top, curved opening are some examples. How big of an imprint area do you need? Will a small rectangle do or will you need to decorate the whole bottle. Can you personalize by adding customers names. People are more likely to keep an item with their name permanently etched on to them. Think about the workplace, with names on the tumbler, everyone will know whose bottle is whose. Can you add bling or a complete wrap around with your artwork. Do you need to imprint on the top? Is your artwork full color or do you want a simple impression such as engraving into the metal of the tumbler. Do you want the tumbler to be environmentally friendly made with recycled products. Cork, wood or bamboo design or leather wrap are some options. Is safety an issue for you if your event is focusing on the workplace. Prevent spills and other accidents. Should the tumbler be tall or short which could prevent them from tipping over. Leak proof would be important. How long do you want the hot liquids to stay hot: 2 hours, 4 hours, 8 hours, 12 hours? Do they normally drain their tumbler of coffee in two hours before they need a refill? The same goes for how long must the liquid inside stay cold. Brand named tumblers like Coleman, Yeti, Camelbak, Pelican, Aviana. Not everyone wants a name brand item when a knock off will have the same features but cost maybe half as much. On the other hand, sometimes you want your brand in association with a quality name brand. What size tumbler do you want.... 8 oz, 12 oz, 14, oz 16 oz, 20 oz, 24 oz, 32 oz? Depends how you are planning to promote yourself and your message. In the office or home a cute small tumbler maybe appropriate. For outside the office a larger tumbler might be more practical. How are you going to present the tumbler to the recipient. Is packaging important to insure your message is clearly presented in stead of simple cellophane wrap. There are options for you to have complete control over the box and that includes a full color imprint. Packaging makes giving the tumbler more of a gift and thank you and upscales the promotion. What is your budget. I mention this last not because it is not important, but you should start with the features above to see if you can locate a tumbler with the attributes you want at a price that fits your budget and promotion. It is a waste of money if the tumbler you choose, no one uses and it stays hidden away in the cupboard. To see the options available to you, and to see samples of the tumbler you think will meet your needs, call a promotional professional to discuss your promotion and all the options available to you. Peter Fishburn.... [email protected]
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Everyone is looking for promotional ideas for branding, fun, promote an event, create team morale, share a message. So....why socks as a promotion versus all the other choices you have? First reason.... everyone wears them! Here is an item you don't have to worry about sizes. One sizes fits almost everyone. No worries about a women's or men's version. Second Reason.... You can have fun with the artwork as your design will be unique from top to toe. Do you have an event coming up, team event, a non-profit you are supporting, virtual trade show. Your design could be artistic around a theme like cancer awareness, valentines day, holiday greeting, thank you note. images of your products, or create a unique design with your company logo. The artwork can be one location or all over the sock. If you want to be subtle, put your brand on the bottom of the sock so only the wearer knows who gave them the sock. Third Reason.... Do you have more than one event or theme you want to promote? Divide up your order with different designs to promote each activity or message. With socks you do not have to worry about the imprint area.... you have the whole sock to play with. Fourth Reason.... Team building with your remote employees. Easy to include them into any team event. Easily mailed to each person. What about new hires? A way to make them feel special and part of the team. Have a sock day at work! Fifth Reason.... Donor gifts. If you are a non-profit the perfect thank you and you have given them something they will wear with pride and be reminded of your services. You could also sell the socks before you buy them to people who support your cause. No out of pocket expense. Sixth Reason.... Corporate gifts. Combine your unique and beautiful sock in a custom gift box. By combining the unique socks in the custom gift box with a personalized card will make this a true gift experience. Easy to ship and mail to individual recipients and we can do that all for you. Seventh Reason... A Party or special event promotion. Get everyone in the mood with their own personal sock decorated in the theme of your event. New Years Eve, holidays, St Patrick Days, employee outing, sales meeting are just a few ideas. With low minimums and quick turnaround times socks can be the perfect idea to promote your event. If you need help with the design, call, we can send out for virtual designs for you to consider. Talk with a professional promotions consultant for ideas. Peter Fishburn at [email protected]. There are many thoughtful reasons to consider sending gifts or providing recognition to people this year or anytime who have made an impact in your business or organization. Yes, the holidays are coming, but that is only one purpose to consider when sending a gift to a target audience. Below I have listed seven distinct reasons why you may want to consider sending a thank you. 1. GIFTS of BALANCE Employees are balancing a different home life as well as work life. A gift here can increase engagement, creativity, and productivity by investing in gifts that help employees unplug. Some ideas: blankets, comfort fleece, ceramics instead of the metal tumblers, spa scents, wine and cheese sets. 2. GIFTS for the FAMILY With people spending more time at home, you may want to include ideas that involve the family. Some ideas: games and entertainment. Kid friendly items. Outdoor and BBQ. Pet supplies. 3. WELL-BEING GIFTS People need to take care of themselves to reduce anxiety and stress. You can support and encourage that effort with the type of gift you send. Some ideas: Fitness accessories. Games and entertainment. Sanitizers and PPE equipment they can use. 4. GIFTS WITH PURPOSE By targeting your gift with the idea of influencing your image is positive for a brand or organization. Here is a statistic you may want to consider: 45% of employees believe their value at a company is reflected by the gifts they receive. 5. GIFTS of APPRECIATION Thank you gifts are always appreciated. Just as important is to show people in a thoughtful way they are important to you and you are recognizing their contribution. Some ideas: Outerwear, technology, entertainment, name brand products. 6. GIFTS USED ON and OFF the CLOCK People are never in one place. Thinking about a gift that someone can use at home, in the office, on vacation, where ever they are would definitely be appreciated. Some ideas: Branded retail items such as Skullcandy, Underarmour, Roots, Camelbak. Items they can use anywhere they are to make life more enjoyable. 7. GIFTS that make a DIFFERENCE There are many gifts that have an impact on our environment or give back in some way. Some items are made from recycled materials. There are sources that donate a portion of the price to worthy causes of all kinds. Saving the forests, feed people, provide clothing, support veterans, etc. How do you make the decision or learn what is available in all of these areas of opportunities and which one would make the most sense to you? A true promotional professional can guide you through what is available and make sure you reach your objectives. Suppliers are making it easier by offering to put several items together in a kit and reducing or eliminating all drop fees for shipping to employees homes. Make an impact with the people and organizations that support you AND make sure it stands out and is remembered. |
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