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In our third installment of our series on printed promotional products, we look at some hard facts about promotional products and what your consumers really think about using them and receiving them. It’s a fact that not only your customers will love getting your promotional item, such as a customized notepad, but that they are one of the most used items that customers use. Those getting your branded promotional products have a significantly more positive image of your company than those who do not receive promotional products. They’re tangible, useful and highly targeted to the audience they reach, delivering the highest rate of recall and return on investment. Continue reading →

To continue our topic on promotional items that work for your business, we look at how promotional items should be a part of your marketing medium. When was the last time you really looked at your promotional products? Typically, a promotional product (like a die cut notepad) has a company’s name, logo, or message imprinted on the item. Imprinted products that are distributed free are known as promotional products. Whereas imprinted items given as an incentive for a specific action are known as premiums. Look at your promotional products a little closer and look at how you’re using your promotional products. Is it the marketing strategy you intended it to be for? Many times, I see clients giving out items for premiums that should really be giveaways. What’s the difference? Keep reading and you will see why it’s important to know what items are used for what and when. Continue reading →

Today’s consumers are more savvy than other, demanding more personalized experience in everything they see and touch. What better way to connect with consumers than with promotional products. Mobile, highly-targeted and inexpensive, promotional products are the only advertising medium capable of engaging all five senses. Adding your message to a tangible product turns an ordinary message into a marketing experience people can see, touch, hear, smell and even taste. In 2011, advertisers spent more than $18 billion in promotional items. Promotional items produce valuable referrals from satisfied customers. A survey conducted by a local university indicated accompanying a request for referrals with an offer of a promotional product incentive drew as many as 500% more referrals as an appeal letter alone. Can’t ask for better results than that. Continue reading →

Now is the best time to order your custom notepads. Captain Notepad is offering great deals on our best selling products and our new items such as our daily task custom printed notepad. Take advantage of our great deals and fantastic customer service. Continue reading →

There are so many things you need to do, and so many ways to keep track of those to-dos. Search the App Store for "to do list" and you'll find thousands of tools that all promise to help you increase your productivity and get more done. Continue reading →

Do promotional items really work? In this article we look at why they work for you and what may interest your potential clients. Most research reveals that “freebies” of any kind can have a huge effect on people in any context. I know you’re thinking to yourself that there are so many promotional items out there, what difference would mine make? I’m here to tell you that choosing the right promotional items, such as something people use daily like customized notepads, make a great way to connect to your clients. Custom promotional items are more than just slapping your logo on a pen or notepad. It’s taking the time to pay attention to the details that your customers will remember you by. Using something like our die cut shaped sticky notes, is a great way to be unique. There are so many shape options out there, that we can match almost any business with a customized die cut sticky note. Continue reading →

Do you run a boutique hotel or bed and breakfast? It’s standard to find a small notepad in a guest's hotel room to use for notes during their travels. Take a closer look at your customized notepad. Is it conveying your message and are you taking advantage of all the real estate on the notepad? Continue reading →

Captain Notepad, the leader in customized notepads, just released it’s top selling NFL magnetic calendar to help promote your business Englewood, CO—Captain Notepad (www.captainnotepad.com), a producer of image personalized calendars, custom notepads, magnetic notepads, and other promotional items, announced today the release of the 2016 football schedule magnets for clients to order today. Continue reading →

Memorial Day is always celebrated the last Monday in May, and for me it marks the beginning of summer. In honor of Memorial Day, Captain Notepad is offering 15% off all patriotic customized notepads. View our wide selection of custom notepads that pay tribute to the USA. Continue reading →

Never underestimate the power of a paper notebook. Like our customized notepads, notebooks serve a needed purpose. There are several types of notebooks out there, how do you know which one is right for you? From the creative type to the engineer, notebooks are a great way to keep ideas fresh in your mind without having to pull out a clunky laptop or tablet. Continue reading →

Captain Notepad, the leader in customized notepads, is now offering new custom notepad printing for quicker orders with smaller quantities   Englewood, CO—Captain Notepad (www.captainnotepad.com), a producer of image personalized calendars, custom notepads, magnetic notepads, and other promotional items, today released its new products using digital printing. Now customers can order smaller quantities with a faster turnaround time. In addition to the new product list, Captain Notepad will also be releasing a Memorial Day promotion. Customers can take advantage of these great savings by using promo code: Patriotic16 at checkout. Continue reading →

Have you ever wondered why we celebrate Earth Day? Each year on April 22nd, we observe this holiday. It started in 1970 and is known as the birth of the modern environmental movement. So why is it important to you? Continue reading →

We are now in full swing of campaign season for the next election. Running for your local government seat can be competitive. We compiled a list of top tips for political campaigns to help you seal the deal in your campaign. Continue reading →

Just in time for Spring, promotion on eco friendly custom notepads to celebrate Earth Day now through April 22nd.   Englewood, CO—Captain Notepad (www.captainnotepad.com), a producer of image personalized calendars, custom notepads, magnetic notepads, and other promotional items, today released its 2015 Earth Day promotion just in time for Spring. Continue reading →

There’s no better time than now to order your political themed notepads. Whether you’re looking to get re-elected or new to the campaign trail, promotional products are a great way to get noticed. Continue reading →

Captain Notepad reviews the trends in customized notepads for 2016. Englewood, CO—Captain Notepad (www.captainnotepad.com), a producer of image personalized calendars, custom notepads, magnetic notepads, and other promotional items, today released its review of the 2016 trends for customized notepads including digital printing and the new products associated with its printing capabilities. Continue reading →

With the 2016 Primary in full swing, it’s time to start thinking about your own election and what your needs are. At Captain Notepad we have seen a lot of great customized notepads and some that are less desired. In this article we look at what are some great ways to stand out on your election customized notepads and promotional items. Continue reading →

Digital and offset printing are the most common printing technology used today for your custom notepad printing. One of the most common questions is which one do you use? Since digital printing and offset printing use completely different methods to create your customized notepads, but they also have unique benefits depending on your needs and scope of project. Continue reading →

In this third installment of What Your Small Business Needs, promotional products are discussed on how they can help your business grow. Consider this, of a recent survey regarding impressions, 52% said their impression of a company is more positive after receiving a promotional product, and of those, nearly 50% use those products daily. Continue reading →

To continue our 4 part series, What Your Small Business Needs, we look at personalized notepads to help grow your small business. Personalized notepads are a great way to not only brand your business but can also help you stand out. Instead of the same boring notepads with your contact info, you can customized your notepads according to the season, theme, or holiday. Continue reading →