5 Reasons to Include Branded Merchandise in Your Budget

5 Reasons to Include Branded Merchandise in Your Budget

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5 Reasons to Include Branded Merchandise in Your Budget Are you looking to add a bit of pizzazz to your marketing strategy without breaking the bank? Well, say hello to branded merchandise—your new best friend in the promotion world. Let’s dive into five reasons you should incorporate branded merchandise into your budget. Trust us, your brand will thank you!  Walking Billboards: Your Brand on the MoveImagine this: someone’s strutting down the street wearing a t-shirt with your logo on it. Branded merchandise turns everyday people into walking billboards! Whether it’s a tote bag, a cap, or even a hoodie, every piece of merchandise spreads your brand’s message far and wide. It’s like having a fleet of mini-marketing agents, and all you have to do is work with us. With Foxtrot,…
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Top Customizable Products For Your Summer Events!

Top Customizable Products For Your Summer Events!

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Top Customizable Products For Your Summer Events! Summer is here, and you know what that means—sunshine, good vibes, and awesome company get-togethers. Whether you’re planning a team-building BBQ, an outdoor seminar, or a just-for-fun company picnic, you’ll need some cool, customizable gear to make it memorable. Let’s dive into the top swag picks that will have everyone talking (and thanking you) all summer long! Personalized Water Bottles: Hydration StationKeep your team cool and hydrated with custom water bottles. You can get your company logo, event name, or even a fun summer slogan printed on these. Plus, they can be eco-friendly! Pro tip: Opt for insulated bottles to keep drinks cold all day long. Because nobody likes warm water, am I right?Custom Sunglasses: Shades of AwesomeThrow some serious shade—literally. Custom sunglasses are…
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Embracing Sustainable Packaging: Building a Greener Future

Embracing Sustainable Packaging: Building a Greener Future

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Embracing Sustainable Packaging: Building a Greener Future In the world of branded merchandise, where every product carries not just a logo but a message, the concept of sustainability is no longer just a trend—it's a lifestyle. With consumers becoming increasingly aware of the environmental impact of their purchasing decisions, businesses are adapting to more eco-friendly business models.  Packaging serves as both a safeguard for products during transportation and a symbol of a brand's values and commitment to sustainability. That's why we collaborate with factories that prioritize eco-friendly packaging methods. For instance, our partners like HIT Promotional Products opt for polybags crafted from post-consumer recycled plastic, breathing new life into single-use materials. They're steadfast in their mission to minimize environmental footprints, and these polybags signify a small yet impactful shift. Similarly, PCNA…
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Prioritizing People and Partnerships in Branded Merchandise

Prioritizing People and Partnerships in Branded Merchandise

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Prioritizing People and Partnerships in Branded Merchandise At Foxtrot, we collaborate with factories that uphold fair wages, ensure safe working conditions, and prioritize employee welfare. Our commitment to fair treatment extends locally and globally, reflecting our dedication to ethical standards.We value partners who prioritize treating all employees with respect and dignity throughout their operations. This comes in the form of fair wages, clean facilities, work hour maximums, and good management, But these efforts extend outside of factory walls and employee welfare. They dedicate resources to the factory community with projects like building schools, homes, and infrastructure. We love to work with brands that uphold strong moral values when it comes to human beings. For instance, each Corkcicle purchase contributes to providing clean water to those in need. Miir products dedicate at…
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Crafting a Sustainable Future through Branded Merchandise

Crafting a Sustainable Future through Branded Merchandise

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Crafting a Sustainable Future through Branded Merchandise At Foxtrot, we forge alliances with factories that operate in harmony with the environment. This helps ensure we’re contributing to a brighter future for our industry, our economy, and the planet. Partnering with factories that prioritize sustainability helps us meet our larger goals. A great example is one of our vendors who emphasizes solar energy. Solar supplies 45% of their facility's power needs, greatly reducing the need for other energy sources. Furthermore, their commitment to reducing their carbon footprint by 12% through initiatives like solar energy adoption has resulted in a substantial decrease in greenhouse gas emissions. Now those are champions of the planet! Our standards extend beyond our partners to our facilities. We are actively reducing greenhouse gas emissions, conserving ecosystems, and…
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Let’s Show Some Employee Appreciation!

Let’s Show Some Employee Appreciation!

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Let's Show Some Employee Appreciation! Employee retention has been on everyone's mind during the past few years. The Great Resignation, which began in 2021, has led to the Great Reimagination, where employees are now rethinking their career paths and the type of qualities they look for in future employers.  Therefore, it's even more critical for employers to create a company culture that works to inspire, engage, and invest in its employees. It might surprise you to learn that one of the best ways to achieve this is by simply recognizing and celebrating your team's contributions.  Personal Recognition Is Key! Before the pandemic, a survey—which interviewed 1.7 million employees on what they consider the "top drivers" of great work—reported that most respondents consider personal recognition to be the #1 driver. Fast-forward…
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Is Company Merch Part of Your 2023 Marketing Plan?

Is Company Merch Part of Your 2023 Marketing Plan?

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Is Company Merch Part of Your 2023 Marketing Plan? Suppose you're one of the many businesses putting the final touches on your marketing plan and budget for 2023. In that case, you might be investing a good portion of your annual spending on digital ads, paid social, OOH advertising, etc.  If brand apparel and corporate merch do not have a place in your marketing game plan, you could be missing out BIG! To help cut costs, companies will typically put branded merch first on the chopping block. Yet, company swag is one of the most effective and consistent ways to promote your brand and connect with more customers. Don't believe us?  DID YOU KNOW that 70% of brands consider promotional merch an effective tool in achieving their marketing goals? The…
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Best Client Appreciation Gift Ideas

Best Client Appreciation Gift Ideas

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Client Appreciation Gift Ideas Finding the perfect client appreciation gifts can be both stressful and time-consuming during the best of times. But, throw in extended shipping delays and international supply shortages, and this task may have you losing precious hours of sleep!The holidays are on the horizon, which means now is the time to start thinking about your corporate holiday gift list! After all, the last thing you want is for your clients to think you forgot about them, due to last-minute deliveries.But aside from expected delays, there's still the challenge of choosing the right gifts that send a thoughtful message and adequately demonstrate your genuine client appreciation.10 Experiential Gift Ideas To help you plan this year's corporate holiday gift selections, we've compiled 10 "must-have" items that we know they'll love.…
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How to Step Up Your Employee Swag

How to Step Up Your Employee Swag

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How to Step Up Your Employee Swag Whenever employees are client facing, you want them to look their best. After all, your team is an extension of your company's values and brand image. Without them, the work wouldn't get done, and you wouldn't have the chance to create real connections with customers. Because employees are the ones interacting with your customers, it's important that they represent your brand both in terms of service and attire. They should look professional, be recognizable, and stand out from other brands who offer similar services. Let's use a quick real-world exampleImagine you run a landscaping company that specializes in residential lawn care. Because your landscape crews and foremen will likely travel to different neighborhoods to complete projects, they are often the first interaction customers have with your…
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Welcoming New Employees the Right Way

Welcoming New Employees the Right Way

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Welcome Gifts for New Employees Congratulations! After months of virtual interviews and time spent vetting potential recruits, you’ve finally found the perfect individual to join your team!  Hiring can be difficult, especially amid The Great Resignation. For employers, trying to attract and retain quality talent can feel much more challenging than it did in previous years.  The reason?  Employees want to work for organizations that offer career opportunities for development and personal growth. They want to work for a company that appreciates their work, values their insights, and respects their contributions. To put it simply, they want to become part of a team that supports and empowers one another. If this sounds like your brand then the best way you can convey your company's unique culture is to help new…
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