Nov
16
2011
Dog tags are some unique promotional products that are great for all sorts of different marketing campaigns. The aluminum tags are commonly seen in military environments, and therefore make great promotional giveaways for law enforcement, security, or military audiences. Dog tags have also become a popular fashion accessory among young adults and students. If you’d like to advertise your brand to either of these demographics, an imprinted custom dog tag is a great way to get the job done – just as easy to give out (and display) as custom buttons, but more unique and noticeable.
Dog tags have recently found their way into youth fashion by way of military chic. Originally worn as a part of a military uniform by youth wishing to present a tough or militaristic image, dog tags have since seeped out into wider fashion circles. They may be inscribed with a person’s details, their beliefs or tastes, a favorite quote, or may bear the name or logo of a band or performer. Some people also prefer to have the information on their tags transferred to a smaller, sometimes golden or silver tag by a jeweler, as the original tag can be considered too large and bulky by some. Some are also used for health problems, such as heart problems or epilepsy.

Take advantage of this popular trend to gain some exposure and publicity for your brand. Use them as inexpensive tradeshow giveways or as part of an awareness campaign. With a little creativity, you can make these affordable custom dog tags go a very long way.
Nov
09
2011
A promotional item needs to be something that will attract people’s attention and that will direct that attention to the company that handed out the items in the first place. One of the easiest ways to do this is for the custom item to be a constant reminder of the company logo or contact information. If this item is in a prominent place that the recipient uses often, or even daily, then the marketing effectiveness of that item will sky rocket. One of the items that most people use in a professional setting on a daily basis is their computer. Most every office has some form of a computer and every one of these computers has a mouse that is used to control the computer. This mouse is placed on a mouse pad where the person directs their mouse. Because this item is so popular, promotional mousepads are extremely effective as marketing times.
When a company hands out personalized mouse pads with their logo they will understand that they are handing out highly effective marketing tools. Every time that a person looks down at the mouse that they are using on their computer they will see the mouse pad. If the company log and contact information is prominently displayed on the mouse pad then the person might be inclined to visit that company to see what products and services they offer. This subtle marketing tool can dramatically increase the number of sales that a business makes. This also allows for a business to increase the efficiency of their marketing dollars and it allows them to get the most return for their money.
There are many different kinds of mouse pads but all of them are effective as marketing tools. Promotional gel mousepads are a very comfort friendly option that can be handed out at a trade how or other marketing event. These mouse pads are favored by employees because they mold to their hands and offer maximum comfort as the person works during the day. These mousepads are a little pricier but they offer superior comfort and generally are better received by customers. Custom computer wrist rests are also another variation of a mouse pad that serves the same purpose. Customers can use these wrist pads to control their mouse and they will still serve as highly effective marketing tools because they are used by the customer on a daily basis while they work.