Can you believe 2019 is coming to a close? It feels like just yesterday I was watching New Year’s resolutions gone wrong—not mine, because I don’t make them. I do, however, want to continue my November editor’s note tradition of giving thanks...
A reader asks, “I have been working for a distributor for a few years, but I am thinking of leaving them and starting out on my own. What steps should I take?” Read today’s edition of “Ask the Accountant” for the answer…
Throughout my life, I’ve always been proud of my ability to multitask, a skill that has been invaluable as a chief editor. After all, time is our most precious resource. When it is managed poorly, chaos ensues. So, real talk? Overseeing a...
When you think of a successful distributor, what comes to mind? You might think of annual revenue, customer count or number of employees. But, in this day and age, success should also be defined by how generous you are as a company. You’re probably asking yourself what that has to do with being a successful distributor—let me explain...
A reader asks, “How do I record an apparel order with more than one supplier?” Read today’s edition of “Ask the Accountant” for the answer…
The primary role of the senior leader of any organization is to bring clarity and cohesion to the team.
If you’re a Print+Promo subscriber, you must be familiar with our Executive Perspectives column, where we interview top executives of successful print and promotional companies to gain insight on trends, leadership strategies and what’s currently plaguing the industry. One of the questions I like to ask these principals is: What keeps you up at night?...
In this short video, P+P blogger Ryan Sauers explains that one must learn to embrace, grow, live and “BE THEIR BRAND” to significantly help grow their sales in 2018 and beyond...
I’m a believer that personality plays an important role in selling. I’m a super Type A person, so I prefer to buy from people and companies that are organized, detailed and competent. But I also like people and companies that have a healthy sense of humor. Silvercar is a great example...
Great leadership is rarely about command-and-control. That’s old school and pretty much gone.…
