Think About: By Andrea Syverson This book is another easy read, my usual preference since I only have small snippets of time to read. There are 77 creative prompts of innovative, verb-saturated examples that will help lead you to challenge yourself. Some of the verbs will make … Continue reading
In two short minutes let me show you 4 ways to keep a fresh, fast and functional selling towel rack displayed in your store. Sometimes it’s the little tips that make us so successful. … Continue reading
Book of the Month: The 100 Simple Secrets of Happy People by: David Niven, Ph.D. One hundred practices, attitudes, and habits for happiness to transform a ho-hum existence into a full and happy life. I love the simplicity of this book and how the simple things can … Continue reading
Bring the feeling of spring into your shop, and set the stage for a refreshing new shopping season! Take a look at our artist Cathy Heck’s new Spring Collection (pages 334-335 in the 2015 Catalog). These brand-new designs are sure to brighten up your product offerings. Your … Continue reading
The Fred Factor by Mark Sanborn This book is a quick read, which is how I like them, but such a powerful little book… I have been in the gift industry personally for almost 30 years! I was a buyer for 10 years at my mom’s gift … Continue reading
January is Football Playoff Fever. Create a party atmosphere in your store and help your hostesses celebrate with their guys in their Man Cave by offering promos on those items needed for their January football festivities! Create easy displays by digging through your garage and pulling out … Continue reading
Choosing Civility: The Twenty-five Rules of Considerate Conduct by P.M. Forni This book identifies the twenty-five rules that are essential in connecting effectively and happily with others. In the hurried lives that we all live, we often forget the art of civility and compassion. The topics covered … Continue reading
All of you that receive this newsletter are part of PBK’s Reward Program. Our Class Act Partner Program is designed to recognize you as a top customer and reward you for your loyalty. We build the personal side of the relationship with your dedicated sales rep that … Continue reading
I have enjoyed sharing some of my favorite books with you. However, this month I want to be sure that you are all aware of a very interesting industry newsletter. GIFTBEAT is a very valuable 8 page oversized newsletter, published 11 times a year. Their tag line … Continue reading
The winter holiday season marks a period dedicated to love, kindness, and the charitable spirit. It is easy for business owners to lose sight of this because it also marks the start of the busiest time of the year for most in the gift industry. There is … Continue reading