7 Smart Ways to Sell Custom Journals in 2026 (Simple, Custom, and Everything in Between)
Let's be honest—everybody knows what a journal *is*. The real question, if you're a distributor staring down a Q4 quota, is what a journal can *do* for your client. Because the moment you stop pitching "a nice notebook" and start pitching "the thing that makes your...
7 Smart Ways to Sell Custom Journals in 2026 (Simple, Custom, and Everything in Between)
Let's be honest—everybody knows what a journal *is*. The real question, if you're a distributor staring down a Q4 quota, is what a journal can *do* for your client. Because the moment you stop pitching "a nice notebook" and start pitching "the thing that makes your...
How Rush Service Lives Up to Their Name
Food and beverage producer Smucker’s leaned into the uniqueness of their name with a tagline that reads, “With a name like Smucker’s, it has to be good.” Similarly, when a company in the promotional products industry goes by the name Rush Service, there are certain...
The Official SAGE Workplace Venn Diagram
This blog is an attempt to show how all the modules in SAGE Workplace overlap and function together to accomplish the goal of helping distributors get orders. You'll want to refer back to the diagram as you read to fully connect the dots. The CRM This is the hub of...
5 Absurd Objections to Using SAGE Workplace™ on a Phone at The PPAI Expo
Downloading the SAGE Workplace iOS or Android app onto your phone makes sense, if for no other reason than for going to trade shows. With the new year comes a doozy of a trade show for the promotional products industry: The PPAI Expo. Everyone who’s anyone in...
10 End of Year Corporate Gift Ideas
Corporate gifting is a way to celebrate special occasions or to show appreciation. Whether you’re looking for promotional gifts for vendors, employees, or clients, these options are sure to show that you value the working relationship. Asobu 12 Oz. Ultimate Mug with...
What is a SAGE Number (and Other Pressing Questions)?
Perhaps you’ve seen it in a blog post or on printed marketing material, but what does it mean? Here’s a breakdown of the different numbers you’ll see in Product Search within SAGE Workplace™. What is a SAGE Number? A SAGE number is a unique identification...
Fresh Finds: 10 New Promos Making a Big Impact
The promotional products industry never stands still, and these latest launches prove it. From cooling towels that chill in seconds to drinkware built for daily life, this new wave of products blends style, function, and serious brand...
Supplier Spotlight: Tekweld’s Custom-First Approach Sets Them Apart
In an industry where speed, service, and flexibility can make or break a program, distributors are increasingly looking for supplier partners who don’t just deliver products but deliver solutions. Tekweld has built its reputation around...
Using AI Isn’t as Difficult as You Think
It’s trendy. It’s cutting edge. It’s innovative. And it’s complicated. Data centers and machine learning feel like futuristic sci-fi, but artificial intelligence (AI) is real and it’s not going anywhere anytime soon. So, let’s talk about it....