PPAI 2026 EXPO: Community, Curiosity, and a Little Cheese
Published on January 23, 2026Last week’s PPAI 2026 EXPO reminded me why I love this industry so much. Yes, there were booths, badges, and miles of walking. But more than anything, it was about people—conversations, introductions, and moments that don’t...
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Best Shopify Alternative for Promo Distributors in 2026
Published on January 15, 2026Most promo distributors don’t start by searching for “Shopify alternatives.” They start with Shopify. It’s familiar.It’s flexible.And it looks like the fastest way to launch an online store for custom branded...
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Why Employee Recognition Matters More Than Ever In 2026
Published on January 5, 2026As we enter a new year, many companies are thinking about growth, while others are focusing on stabilization. But whether you are expanding or leveling out, one priority remains constant: your people. Employee recognition isn’t...
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Why Recognition Should Be Part of Employee Onboarding
Published on December 29, 2025Onboarding sets the tone for everything that follows. It’s often treated as a checklist — paperwork, logins, policies, benefits. All important, of course. But in my experience, the most successful onboarding programs do...
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Onboarding 101: Gifting with Choice
Published on November 14, 2025Why should anyone assume what someone wants? The cost of guessing isn’t just money—it’s a missed moment to make someone feel seen. I believe in the transformative power of Single Serve Merch and Print‑on‑Demand...
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Birthday & Milestone Gifting: Make People Feel Remembered
Published onYou’ve successfully implemented an onboarding experience—but it shouldn’t stop there. Fostering a sense of belonging is not a singular event. The strongest cultures reinforce it throughout the year. Consequently,...
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