The longer a sale drags on, the more the momentum starts to fade. Not only do prospects begin to lose interest, but opportunities can slip through the cracks. This is why shortening the sales cycle is so important. It’s not about moving faster but f...

The PPAI Expo 2026, the industry’s largest and longest-running trade show, gives attendees the opportunity to see hundreds of thousands of promotional products and more from the leading branded merchandise suppliers.The four-day event, to be held Ja...

When it comes to discovering what’s next – the products, suppliers and trends that will shape the year – nothing compares to the scale and energy of The PPAI Expo.Every January, the floor is alive with hundreds of thousands of products and milli...

We’ve all seen leaders who dodge accountability and embarrass their staff. Maybe they break into an awkward dance or plan a party after announcing layoffs. The disconnect isn’t just tone deaf — it’s laughable.There is a silver lining, though. Ba...

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Quick hallway check-ins are great, but when your team spans time zones and everyone’s calendar seems fully booked, they’re not always possible. Weekly updates pick up the slack. They’re a fast, structured way to keep everyone on the same page and ma...

Do you have a side part, skinny jeans and ankle socks? Chances are you are a millennial. Do you have a middle part, wide leg jeans and crew socks? You’re probably a part of Gen Z.While it looks like the two generations have a lot they disagree o...

It’s a celebration three years in the making… The PPAI Expo Party is being hosted again at Allegiant Stadium!That’s right, we’re taking over Allegiant Stadium on Wednesday night, January 14, to cut loose after days of education and exploring the...

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