One way to make a strong impression with printed material is by incorporating embellishments like specialized coatings, textured finishes, and custom die cuts. While these enhancements are not new, many businesses are unaware that they are both accessible and affordable, whether you are printing offset or digital. Which of these popular enhancements might capture the…
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If you manufacture food or beverages, you know how difficult it is to stand out on the retail shelf. But what if you could do something simple: turn heads and win new customers without changing the primary product? You can—it’s limited edition labels and packaging. Let’s say you produce craft beer, and there is a…
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In today’s saturated market, consumers are bombarded with countless options, making it easy for your brand to get lost in the noise. However, implementing the right strategies ensures that your brand remains at the forefront of your customers’ minds. Promote Your Unique Selling Proposition (USP).Your USP is what sets you apart from the competition. It’s…
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As the summer sun blazes and your competitors take time off, you should be gearing up. Summer is the perfect time to review and prepare your content strategy for your fall marketing blitz. Here’s how to turn the summer lull into a productive season for your business. Think Ahead with Fall ThemesPut on your tanning…
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Are you selling into the B2B market? Then you know that an increasing number of stakeholders are involved in the purchase process, and sellers face a more complex buyer’s journey than ever before. How do you break through? Content marketing (and lots of it)! Printed materials such as direct mail, newsletters, and multi-piece kits are…
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When creating successful direct mail campaigns, the U.S. Postal Service (USPS) is the ultimate expert. Here are five of its most helpful tips for creating foolproof direct mail campaigns: Choose Your Format Carefully. The format of your direct mail piece can significantly impact its effectiveness. Different formats, such as postcards, letters, catalogs, and dimensional mailers, offer…
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Increasingly, brands are jumping on the bandwagon of environmental sustainability. Consumers want to do business with brands that are kind to the earth, and brands are giving consumers what they want. However, just making sustainability claims isn’t enough. You have to back them up. Among the recent studies showing a growing preference for sustainably produced…
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One often overlooked aspect of maintaining a solid brand presence is regularly refreshing your marketing collateral. From direct mail to marketing emails, here are five ways to update your design and keep it fresh. Update your colors.Remember when almond used to be the “hot” color for kitchen appliances, and bathrooms were pink? Color trends change—in…
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How do you stand out when so many companies compete for the same customers? One way is through dimensional print. These innovative print pieces go beyond the traditional flat surface, offering tactile and interactive experiences that captivate audiences and drive engagement. From pop-up designs to textured finishes, dimensional print can take your marketing efforts to…
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Using recycled paper is essential in moving toward more sustainable printing, but it’s not the only one! For those who want to be friendly to the earth, here are five other ways to incorporate sustainability when designing and ordering print materials. Keep virgin fiber in the loop. While this might sound counter-intuitive, virgin fiber is…
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