Tchotchke? Swag? Giveaway?
Cindi Cody, Guest Post
Xzibits, Inc.
www.xzibits.com
Look around your office. How many branded items do you have? I’d bet at least one or two or three . . . and you’re not alone. In 2013, advertisers spent more than $18 billion on promotional products. That’s $18,000,000,000 of swag. Wow!
At nearly half a cent per impression, promotional products are a proven, cost-effective way to market your company and increase your brand awareness. They have a lower cost per impression than nearly every other form of advertising. In addition, they have staying power. Most are kept over seven months. If you’re not using promotional items, here are some reasons you should be.
When Choosing a Promotional Product
Budget – You don’t have to spend a lot. My rule of thumb is to give them something they will be upset about if they lose it.
Imprint Area – Know the imprint area restrictions of the product. If you have a vertical logo more than likely it won’t imprint well on a pen.
Artwork – Always submit Vector art and convert fonts to outlines.
Proofs – Although you may be charged (usually less than $10) always ask for a proof.
Production Time – Build in at least 10 business days. If you have a rush order, there are several manufacturers that offer 24-48 hour production times.
Overages – Ask vendors to share their overage/under provision.
Trending in 2015
Technology
- Power Banks, Stylus Pens, Cord Organizers, Bluetooth Speakers, Phone and Tablet Stands.
Health and Wellness
- Hand Sanitizers, Pedometers, Fitness Watches, and Fingerprint ID Kits
Apparel
- Laser-etched Polos, Packable Garments, Folk Patterns, and a lot of Marsala! (Pantone Color of the Year 2015)
Drinkware
- Infusers, Mason Jars, Geometric Tumblers and Bright Colors
Check out the New Products Introduced at the 2015 ASI Show in Orlando
- Power Bank Charger w/ Speaker
- Flexible Water Bottle
- Colorful Journals
- Sewing Kit
- Roots RapidLake Polo
- Squeezable LED Key Chain
- Glass Water Bottles
- Plastic Tool Pen
- Stylus Pen Highlighter
- Conference Tote
- Laser Engraved Polos
- Water Proof Phone Pouch
- Square Power Bank
- Silicone Cable Organizer
- Cord Manager
- Medical Themed Tote
- Tangled Stress Reliever
- USB Adaptor
- Suspension Calendar
- Cable Winder
- Paper Clip Tumbler
- Phone Stand
- Ballpoint.Stylus.Stand.Cleaner
- Hand Sanitizer
- EFlask Water Bottle
- Fold Up Tote
- Power Bank
- Colorful Stylus Pens
- iPad Stand
- Hand Held Sports Bottle
- iPad Sleeve Stand
- Custom Mug
- Round Power Banks
- Convention Tote
- Roots Tech Long Sleeve
- Drink from Phone
- The Loop Earbud Winder
- Stillwater Polo
- Super Glide Wax Highlight
- Mini File and Buffer
- Spider USB Connector
- Luggage Tag
So… what branded product did you find on your desk? 😉
Have questions about promotional products? Give me a call.
–Cindi Cody