Readers, this is a very bittersweet Fave 5 for me. As usual, it was a week of awesome promotions catching my eye left and right. But, this is also my last installment of the Fave 5 series. (I won’t cry if you won’t.) I just want to say thank you to everyone who has read…
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Hustle Builds Muscle
We all know that the best way to build muscle is through resistance training. Resistance training is a form of exercise using weights, rubber bands or your own body weight to provide resistance to various muscles. This resistance causes the muscle to strain or fail, which forces it to grow stronger over time. That’s about…
Read MoreWho Do I Call With QuickBooks Problems?
Ask the Accountant… Question: What numbers do I call if I have a problem with QuickBooks? Answer: Let me introduce you to www.softwarediscountcenter.com. In addition to being a quality reseller of QB products, they also have a help desk. Click the “Help” tab Select “Support and Training.” Here there are numbers to contact QB. Let…
Read MoreYou Are a Leaky Bucket
When it comes to motivation, we are all “leaky buckets.” We have all had the experience of hearing an awesome motivational speaker who inspires us to commit to change and get ready to take our success to the next level. However, we have also all experienced that motivation and commitment dissipate within a few weeks.…
Read MoreHow to Handle a Supplier Mistake in QuickBooks
Ask the Accountant… Question: I have a credit from a supplier for a mistake in an order. How do I enter that in QuickBooks? Answer: To enter a credit from a supplier in QuickBooks Premier to be used at a later time, follow these instructions. Go to “Enter Bills” Click “Credit” at the top of…
Read MoreMy 5 Favorite Promotions of the Week: Russell Westbrook ‘Thank You’ Tees, Chicago Cubs ‘Little League’ Jerseys and More
Another summer work day is just flying by, but I still want to make the most of it by spotlighting the awesome promotions I saw this week. Yes, as usual, it’s all about the sports and the breweries. (Feel free to leave me some suggestions in the comments section if there were any other amazing promos you came across recently.) Without further ado, here is this week’s Fave Five…
Read MoreBack to School
If you are a parent (or are on social media), you know that it’s back to school time. Children and young adults are busy getting their class schedules, books and school supplies to prepare for another year of learning and growth. What a great time for us industry professionals to think about “going back to…
Read MoreDo I Pay Sales Tax The Same as Income Tax?
Ask the Accountant… Question: If I do my taxes based on when I get paid for orders, does that mean I pay my sales taxes the same way? Answer: Not necessarily. The basis with which you calculate your income taxes does not have to be the same as your sales tax basis. There are two…
Read MoreAre Promo Industry Firms So Desperate For Short-Term Gains That They’re Willing To Gamble Their Future?
Taking the initiative to ensure safety and responsibility throughout the entire supply chain not only protects the brand equity of end-buyers, but also secures our livelihood in the promotional products industry. Sure, you could continue to gamble by ignoring product safety and responsible sourcing in order to achieve short-term gains, but the safe bet is to invest in the policies and procedures to protect the entire supply chain…
Read MoreMy 5 Favorite Promotions of the Week: Big Boy Merchandise, Bank of America’s MLB Tees and More
I can’t believe it’s already Wednesday, but I’m relieved because I can finally share the promos that caught my eye this week. Yes, as usual, it’s all about the breweries, food and sports. Everyone needs a niche, right? Keep reading for this week’s fave five.
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