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August 29, 2013

Funny Office Award Ideas to Beat Summertime Blues

Filed under: Employee Recognition Ideas — Tags: , , , — PDWriter @ 7:55 am
Funny Office award Ideas

Many offices hold an annual company banquet as a means of showing their employee appreciation and celebrating a successful year. While you can certainly hand out traditional awards, like Best Customer Service and Sales Rep of the Year, make sure to have to have some fun and include some more light-hearted awards.

Customize your own award certificates for a cute, quality keepsake of the event. Have fun thinking up clever and creative awards for the ceremony and be sure to have the camera on hand to grab a few quick snapshots of the lucky recipients.

Check out these funny office award ideas to get you started, and don’t forget to shop for extra certificates.

20 Funny Office Award Ideas

Brown Thumb Award: Every plant in their workspace is dead

Bermuda Triangle Award: The desk space where things go in and never return

Punny Award: For that very special person in the office that is always making clever puns and wordplay.

Ms. or Mr. Punctuality Award: For the ever on-time employee

Social Butterfly Award: Do you have a Tom Haverford in the office who’s constantly tweeting? Deem him/her the social butterfly.

Green Thumb Award: The best plants in the office

The Iron Chef Award: This award goes to the person who always packs a delicious looking lunch while everyone else gets Subway.

Busy Bee Award: For the employee who is always on the move

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The Caffeine Addict Award: For the employee who drinks the most coffee in a day

Mr. or Ms. Fitness Award: For the employee who hits the gym every day during lunch

Wise Guy or Gal Award: For the sarcastic employee who is always cracking jokes

Loch Ness Award: For the employee who is never at their desk, and hard to find

The Patrick Mahomes Award: Have a team leader who continuously impresses? Choose your offices favorite QB or sports star and name an award after him.

football themed certificate papers

Mama Bear or Papa Bear Award: For the caretaker of the bunch

Pig Pen Award: For the messiest desk in the office

Neatest Nook Award: For the cleanest desk in the office

Excessive Gambling Award: For the employee who is always betting on the game and life in general.

Pen Stealer Award: For the person who is always walking off with other people’s pens

pen and pencil gift set for employee

Rookie of the Year: For the newest employee who’s doing a rockstar job.

Old Timer Award: For the employee with the most distinguished history with the office

Just remember, when selecting awards for employees it is okay to poke fun, but keep the awards light-hearted and fun to avoid accidentally hurting somebody’s feelings.

Whether you are having a big company gathering, or just looking to have a little Friday afternoon fun on a hot summer day, office awards are a great way to do it. Shop PaperDirect now for certificates for your office awards ceremony!

August 21, 2013

Nothing Says “Professional” Like a Sleek Set of Business Cards

Filed under: Designing Your Business Communication — Tags: , — PDWriter @ 7:37 am

Ambassador Business Cards by PaperDirectYou only have one chance to make a good first impression in the business world. Nothing works better for fulfilling that purpose than business cards.

A business card forms an important part of building your brand identity. It offers a snapshot of your business to clients, vendors and investors alike. Your bottom line hinges on making a good impression with these people. Creating a sleek set of business cards will showcase your brand in a positive light.

What essential elements should your business card include? Contact informationRoyal Business Cards by PaperDirect is the most important thing. Include the current address, phone number, email and website for your business. This will make it easy for people to know they can reach you and that you will be available to answer questions or take feedback.

Your business card should also include key parts of your branding strategy. It can be designed with the same logo, graphics and color scheme you use on all marketing materials related to your business. You can also include the slogan you typically feature in your branding message. These little touches will help people remember your company and Metro Style Business Cards by PapeDirectalso influence them to tie specific products or services to your brand.

A set of business cards makes you look and feel more professional. They are perfect to hand out at trade shows and conventions. A good business card is also a great conversation piece. It can spark additional interest in your company and get people asking more about what you do. There is no way you can afford to do business without including business cards in the picture.

Check out PaperDirect to see the latest selection of business cards. We offer dozens of business card designs to fit your needs and your tastes.

August 19, 2013

Folders that Make the Difference between “I’ll think about it” & “Sign Me Up!”

Filed under: Marketing & Sales Promotion Techniques — Tags: — PDWriter @ 7:43 am

Custom Foil Presentation Folders Jackets by PaperDirectIt’s not only your public speaking skills that are on display when you give a presentation at a conference, industry event or shareholder meeting. Your presentation skills and ancillary information play a major role in how well you sell your product or service.

Consider handing event participants a coordinated presentation folder that contains key documents, takeaways and company information associated with your presentation. This helps customers follow along as you present, reinforcing what you’re saying and providing more information should the audience want to go deeper into the topic. When you enrich the experience by providing background material for the audience, you’re much more likely to get that “Where do I sign?” response.Cornerstone Presentation Folders by PaperDirect

There are many options for presentation folders and if you’re new to using these with presentations, choosing can be overwhelming. Consider what colors match your business logo or product, and then pick a heavy card stock folder in those colors. While thinner folders cost less, they also hold up less well. You don’t want to take the chance that folders become damaged during transit or torn on the way to the event. When appearance matters, make your best impression. Most presentation folders have one or two tabs to hold important information as well as a business card slot that allows you to insert your card front and center.

Tri-Pocket Poly Presentation Folder by PaperDirectOrder your folders well in advance of the presentation so you can plan out what to place inside. Then, play around with layouts until you’re satisfied that everything fits inside the presentation folder neatly. Online stores like PaperDirect offer a wide array of presentation folders in different colors, sizes and weights; shop online for the fullest variety.

August 16, 2013

Best Gifts for the 1 Year “Paper” Anniversary

Filed under: Seasonal & Special Events Ideas — PDWriter @ 7:40 am

Gilt Edged Paper by PaperDirectCongratulations on braving the first 365, you crazy kids! Your 1-year anniversary is just around the corner, and we couldn’t be more excited. That’s because the theme for the inaugural year is paper! PaperDirect would be honored if you’d cordially invite us to help make your anniversary one to cherish.

Sure, paper may not be as lavish as pearls, silk or gold, but it is much more versatile, customizable and cost-effective. Gold edged paper, colored paper, and elegantly designed envelopes are just the beginning.  Give your spouse a custom-made ticket for a romantic night together, write your loved one a love letter (insted of a love email).  Or if you’re really ambitious, make a board game with paper pieces, paper dice, and card stock and play the night away!Solid Color Desktop Printable Paper by PaperDirect

Perhaps you just want to relive the memories that led to the altar. Put your feelings on paper with an enormous selection of greeting cards. Round up your craziest, most lovable photos and print them on our custom photo cards. Jazz up the dinner table with napkins in colors that match your wedding theme, and top it off with a place card or table tent bearing your names. If you’re a musician, print the sheet music for you and your spouse’s song on textured paper and jam away!

The possibilities with paper are truly endless. PaperDirect is confident that the quality, variety, and customizable options of our paper items will make your 1-year anniversary playful and romantic. Posters and prints, stationary, event accessories and more – you name it, we’ve got it. Go traditional, get creative, or go absolutely nuts! Have fun, and congratulations!

August 9, 2013

Time to Golf! Hosting a Tournament is Easy

Filed under: Designing Your Business Communication — Tags: — PDWriter @ 10:33 am

Tee Off Casua Invitations by PaperDirectA golf tournament is one of the best ways to get the community involved and for golf enthusiasts to show off their golfing techniques. With the summer sun, clear blue skies and manicured greens beckoning, this is the perfect time for hosting a golf tournament.

Putting together a golfing event is a piece of cake especially if you use the helpful, creative and innovative products available at PaperDirect.com. From casual invitations, colorful banners and place cards, to golf brochures or tickets with a golf design, PaperDirect.com can handle all the “paper work” from the first hole to the last.

Once a theme for the tournament is selected, peruse the many products and choose the items needed to ensure a successful event staring with the invitations, envelopes and address labels with golf scenes. Add informative cool flyers and golf brochures to your advertising campaign and get the word out about tee time and tournament day events.Back Nine Vinyl Banners by PaperDirect

Let everyone know there’s a tournament going on with colorful golf-inspired banners. These heavy weather resistant signs are easily installed and available in medium, large and extra large to fit any sized venue.

Every good tournament has awards and trophies for participants, and golf is no exception. From crystal paperweights and engraved plaques to acrylic stars and stone medallions, you’ll find the perfect awards for winners and runners-up.

Best Ball 3 Panel Brochures by PaperDirectAs a thank you gifts for tournament sponsors and volunteers, fill a decorative tote bags with an assortment of items such as a key ring, calendar, motivational pen, bookmark, themed Post-It notes, coffee mugs and specialty pins.

Make your tournament a hole-in-one by ordering online at PaperDirect.com, where service and quality products are on par for success.

August 7, 2013

Rain, Rain, Go Away: What to do When Your Outdoor Wedding Gets Wet

Filed under: DIY Wedding Ideas — PDWriter @ 9:35 am

Estate Specialty Folded Invitations by PaperDirectRain on your wedding day is considered good fortune; however, most brides still prefer to get hitched without a hitch. Summer weddings are rained out frequently, and those with wedding liability insurance may have the luxury of rescheduling while others must simply embrace the situation and forge ahead.

It’s advisable to always have a rain contingency plan in advance for any outdoor wedding. These tips will help you prepare ahead, and learn how to make the most of your rained out summer wedding.

  1. Rent a Tent – You might already be planning to have a tent onsite for your outdoor wedding ceremony, but you should consider getting one large enough to hold the entire event in case of bad weather. One step often overlooked, is renting a tent floor, so the bride and groom don’t have their feet stuck in the mud during the first dance. Leave the sunken feet to the cake topper!
  2. Landscape Considerations – The dream of having your outdoor wedding within a serene valley may need rethinking. Although ideal on a perfect summer day, that gorge could become flooded quickly and put a damper on things. Check the lay of the land, and have your tent set up along a level landscape.
  3. Put Together a Rain Plan – Write up a contingency plan, and make ample copies for each guest and vendor, so they’ll know what to do and where to go if Plan B needs to be implemented on the fly. The clever, flexible bride might consider including the rain plan along with the wedding invitations and reception cards to save time.
  4. Photography – The lighting during an overcast day is actually more flattering for photography subjects than a bright and sunny day. Be flexible and let your photographer use his skills to ensure that your wedding pictures are flawless. Use fun accessories to spruce up your rainy day wedding photos.
  5. Make it Fun – Believe it or not, a rained out summer wedding can be fun if you plan Rose Border Vinyl Banners by PaperDirectahead. Keep a supply of colorful umbrellas, galoshes, and weatherproof cameras on hand – just in case – and break them out if rain becomes a wedding crasher. Consider purchasing a personalized heavy weather wedding banner that will hold up through the elements and creates an excellent place for guests to take snapshots with disposable cameras.

Your rained out summer outdoor wedding doesn’t have to be a bust! Plan ahead, be flexible, and simplify your event shopping at PaperDirect, where it’s fun to shop for wedding stationery and supplies.

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