In the Weeds
November 23, 2012

My brother-in-law recently opened a restaurant and is now learning what it means to be “in the weeds.” For those of you unfamiliar with this expression, it means you are crazy busy and working at a bionic pace.

Hammer Out Q4 Sales
October 22, 2012

“Put that coffee down. Coffee is for closers only.” The immortal words of Blake from the movie “Glengarry Glen Ross,” are a prime example of just how serious this end-of-year rush is.

Your Next Move
June 26, 2012

I was reading through the news this morning and came across an article detailing how mortgage prices were at an all time low. At a 3.6 percent interest rate, it seemed the American dream should be in reach for everyone.

No Looking Back
March 12, 2012

This week the Dow Jones did something it hasn’t done in a very long time—it closed over the 13,000 mark. This benchmark has not been reached since the market crash of May 2008. 

Align and Conquer
February 20, 2012

The 2012 presidential campaign is closer than we think.

New Year, New Goals
January 1, 2012

It has been interesting to watch the industry as the year unfolded. 2011 was filled with twists and turns, acquisitions and mergers and governmental policy changes that forced distributors and suppliers to jump through more hoops than ever before. I can honestly say this year has kept us on our toes. My team and I have thoroughly enjoyed bringing you the news as it happens, the best variety and scope of product reviews the industry has to offer and feature stories chock full of information on how to build your business.

Prepare for Battle
March 1, 2011

Yesterday, Apple unveiled the new iPad2. It was exciting to see the new upgrades that are available on the device (and I can tell you from personal experience the iPad ROCKS, so it is safe to say the new iPad2 REALLY ROCKS). But more than the new bells and whistles, it was really exciting to see Steve Jobs at the helm. Back at least for the day from medical leave, Jobs was seemingly undeterred by his own personal circumstance, donning his infamous black turtleneck and jeans, smiling and proud he is the undeniable and fearless leader of the Apple tribe.

Hidden Benefits of Recycling for Personalized Direct Mail
November 1, 2007

I’m big on recycling and have been attempting to do my part for several years now. Truth be told, I even love roaming countless thrift and consignment shops to purchase clothing and housewares—ULTIMATE recycling to my way of thinking.

So, I was understandably delighted when the city of Philadelphia stepped up it’s recycling program not too long ago. A new, reinvigorated campaign was launched featuring a very effective postcard mailed to residents showing the new, broader-range of materials allowed, including coated paper board, magazines, phone books and direct mail pieces.

Now, I must confess, no matter how attractive the mailer package, I’m typically not lured into