Posted by Charm_AL on 8/31/05 10:16am
Msg #62835

promotional items...

Do any of you spend money on promotional items such as magnetic biz cards, pens, calendars, golf tees, cups, etc?
I've been leaving business cards but thinking about something new that will sit out there on someone's desk or in their lunchroom.
If you use any of these, please share your experience and customer feedback...tia

Reply by DonR_NYC on 8/31/05 10:22am
Msg #62837

I leave pens at every signing and also as a marketing tool with new clients. Try National Pen Corporation at www.pens.com

Prices are of good quality and prices are good; usually buy 250 get 250 free.

Reply by Charm_AL on 8/31/05 10:36am
Msg #62839

Thanks Don...n/m

Reply by Anonymous on 8/31/05 10:41am
Msg #62840

pens

Do you order both blue and black pens ??

Reply by Anonymous on 8/31/05 10:45am
Msg #62841

Re: pens

I went to that website and dont see where you buy 250 and get 250 free ??

Reply by Charm_AL on 8/31/05 10:46am
Msg #62842

Re: pens

I did...they have some pens that you buy one get one free. Try it again

Reply by Anonymous on 8/31/05 10:47am
Msg #62843

found it thanks N/M

Reply by Anonymous on 8/31/05 10:48am
Msg #62844

Dont they give you a choice of ink color??

Reply by Charm_AL on 8/31/05 10:55am
Msg #62846

yes...blue or black-drop down menu while ordering...n/m

Reply by Anonymous on 8/31/05 11:00am
Msg #62847

Pens

I called them and they said theres only a few styles that come in blue. What does everyone else order and which style ??

Reply by Charm_AL on 8/31/05 11:09am
Msg #62850

Re: Pens

I was looking at the retractables...the 'allure' pen comes in blue or black, I like that one in assorted colors with my name title and phone number, that's a buy one get one free. I think every signing I've done with the exception of two were in blue ink (requested)

Reply by Becca_FL on 8/31/05 12:16pm
Msg #62882

Re: Pens

I order the contour pen.. People love it

Reply by NY_TaxLady on 8/31/05 11:15am
Msg #62856

Re: pens

I use Specialty Promotions they have all sorts of items and they are trustworthy. Good prices also.

Reply by BarbaraL_CA on 8/31/05 12:09pm
Msg #62878

I also give out pens and get them from National Pen Corp... really reasonable, plus it's a marketing cost write-off!. The pens have my company name, the county I service, my phone number, and website address. People love them!

Reply by PNW_Notary on 8/31/05 11:06am
Msg #62849

Freshly baked brownies, still warm.

I drop them off around 3:30 when resistance is futile.

Reply by Charm_AL on 8/31/05 11:11am
Msg #62851

lol PNW...

they wouldn't make it past the door here! But that sounds good too - there are some real chocolate worshipers out there. My Mom is one of them, she gives it up for Lent every year!

Reply by CA_Violet on 8/31/05 11:12am
Msg #62852

I had thought of trying the magnetic calendars but I also like the idea of using golf tees donating them to the fund raising golf tournaments for schools and such. What do you think?

Reply by Charm_AL on 8/31/05 11:12am
Msg #62854

CA...I think anything helps!...n/m

Reply by Art_MD on 8/31/05 11:40am
Msg #62869

Re: promotional items...no - pizza..yes

I don't use anything but business cards. However, there are 2 title companies that periodically get pizza on a Friday. I know their local pizza place's phone #s and they do accept my out of state call and order.
I let them know ahead that pizza coming. Usually do it around or just before the EOM. Pops my name up in their minds when the start lining out signings.
This is a business expense and I write itr off on taxes.

Art

Reply by Kimberly_IN on 8/31/05 11:58am
Msg #62874

Re: promotional items...no - pizza..yes

That's an excellant idea, Art. I have a couple companies I would do that for. I love to bake so every once in a while I bake pies for the Beneficial/HFC offices around here. They say I'm the only one who does that around here.

Reply by Anonymous on 8/31/05 12:59pm
Msg #62904

Re: Notary gifts to HFC office a NO NO on IREP rules n/m

Reply by Kimberly_IN on 9/1/05 5:58am
Msg #63203

Re: Notary gifts to HFC office a NO NO on IREP rules n/m

It's actually anything of VALUE is a no no, pie has no value. (can't give out tickets to games or gift certificates)

Reply by Becca_FL on 8/31/05 12:24pm
Msg #62889

Re: promotional items...no - pizza..yes

Pizza does work and so do cookie bouquets.

Reply by JO_PA on 8/31/05 12:05pm
Msg #62875

Re: Chocolate, for the sweet tooth

Hershey's site has great promotional items. Almost nobody can resist chocolate!

Reply by Becca_FL on 8/31/05 12:15pm
Msg #62881

I get pens from National pens and magnet business cards & calendars from Vista print. My next big step will be letter openers and candy jars for the hollidays.

Reply by Barry Silver on 8/31/05 2:25pm
Msg #62944

Yes, I spend money on promotional items. I am just certain, for the amount i spend, that I hand them out to potential business.

Today, I ordered 48 embroidered shirts for my employees and special account customers. They will contain my logo, etc.

Depending on your budget, and how many people you want to attract, and what you think will keep your name in front of them is what I think is a good idea.

Reply by newlysmomva on 8/31/05 3:05pm
Msg #62968

I just ordered 100 pens from National Pens...they have some great stuff for reasonable prices. Once more, you guys at this board have been a great help to me!! Thanks!