1. Pens – Pen are the most affordable and by far purchased in the largest quantities. Pens continue to be a very effective promotional product because they are easily distributed and provide a greater exposure to a larger audience. Everyone loves a great pen.
2. Tote Bags – Tote bags have needless to say become very popular, promotional product companies have seen huge surges in demand over the last 10 years. These bags have gained in popularity due to a very large and growing interest for environmentally friendly products. Branding tote bags has become a great way for business to get their name out there. They provide large imprint areas and can easily be seen by many people. This trend is likely to continue to grow over the next 10 years.
3. Coffee Mugs – Coffee Mugs are hugely popular they run neck in neck with pens and are a staple in the promotional product industry. You can never have enough coffee mugs or pens. Coffee mugs provide ample area for a company name and logo and can also be easily seen.
4. Travel Mugs – Travel Mugs are also a fast growing promotional product and in recent years have gained large amounts of popularity. These provide large imprint areas and a also a product that people tend to carry around in public places. This is a plus for advertisers and keeps the brand in front of the audience.
5. Apparel – Apparel has always been hugely popular. Most companies have some sort of apparel with the company logo printed or embroidered on it. Whether it is t-shirts, polo shirts, dress shirts or baseball caps. There are very large selections in this category to choose from and most companies partake in this promotional item. Companies know that it is important for employees to have this displayed and visible to their customers. Also t- shirts are great for all types of fund raising and awareness events.
If you are feeling overwhelmed by the vast quantity of promotional items on the market it might be a good idea to start with the tried and true items first. You can branch out into other promotional items later when you are more familiar with industry.
Companies who are always promoting their brand have tested these items time and time again, and have continued to see positive results. They know that you are more likely to do business with them if you have seen their name and logo before. Brand identification is crucial to a companies success.
Something to remember is that you should order the highest quality promotional items that your budget will allow. Remember your company’s name is going to be front and center on these items. The last thing you want is your company’s name on something that is cheap and shoddy. It is always a good idea to stick with a better quality item; they are generally only pennies more and can make all the difference in the world.
Promotional items are among the most effective marketing tools available for small businesses. Taking some time to select promotional that are right for your business is important.