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November 18, 2016

Thank You Messages from Hiring Managers: Post Job Interview

Filed under: Phrases & Wording — PDWriter @ 9:02 am

Classic Thank You Greeting Card Set

Good etiquette and common sense dictate interviewees should send thank you notes to prospective employers after the interview. But not much is said about the interviewer doing the same.

Thank you cards can be a spectacular way to not only thank the candidate for taking the time to share their experience and interest in your company, but it gives your company an edge over the competition. It’s not every firm that sends out classy, snazzy or otherwise memorable thank you cards, now, is it?

Sending a thank you card to interviewees can help your company stand out as a winning organization, so keep a deck of captivating thank you cards on hand. In fact, you can keep several decks on hand with different thank you card messages for job interviews in each.

Standard Thank You Card Messages for Job Interviews

Your first order of business is to establish a standard card message you can use for all candidates across the board. This message can contain three key elements:

  • A thank you to the person for meeting with you
  • A notable fact about the company
  • A quick rundown on what they can expect next

An example:

Thank you for taking the time to meet with me for an interview.

As a [company fact here], we are always looking for top talent to join our thriving organization. We appreciate your interest!

We’ll be reviewing all candidates before we make our final decision, at which time we’ll reach out to those selected to move to the next interview phase.

Thanks again, and feel free to contact me with any questions or comments.

Sincerely,

You’re on the Shortlist Messages

many thanks

Sometimes candidates are dazzling enough to nearly hire on the spot. And you certainly would, if you didn’t have 12 other candidates still waiting to be interviewed. Thank you card messages for job interviews, in this case, can follow the same format as above, but with a note they’re on the shortlist.

An example:

Thank you for taking the time to meet with me for an interview.

As a [company fact here], we are always looking for top talent to join our thriving organization, and you’re definitely on the list of candidates who impressed us the most!

We’ll be reviewing all candidates before we make our final decision, at which time we’ll reach out to those selected to move to the next interview phase.

Thanks again, and feel free to contact me with any questions or comments.

Sincerely,

You’re Out of the Running Messages

thank you cards

On the opposite end of the impressive candidates are those you feel would be totally wrong for the job. While they should still get a thank you for taking the time to meet, you can also use this opportunity to let them down gently.

An example:

Thank you for taking the time to meet with me for an interview.

As a [company fact here], we are always looking for top talent to join our thriving organization. Although the position for which you interviewed does not appear to make the best fit, we shall keep your information on file for other potential opportunities down the line.

Thanks again, and best of luck.

Sincerely,

One more option is to have a batch of thank you cards that are blank inside so you can pen a personalized message to select candidates after their interview. This option can be reserved for those who truly stood out for any reason, letting them know they made an impression that’ll stick around whether they get the job or not.

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November 15, 2016

Christmas Gift Ideas for your #Ladyboss

Filed under: Office Fun — PDWriter @ 9:36 am

Gift ideas for your Ladyboss

She’s confident. She’s strong. And she deserves a gift that’s much more impressive than a $5, “I’m the Boss” coffee mug. While you don’t have to spend hundreds of dollars on your lady boss, you do have to show her that her yearlong efforts are not only noticed but totally appreciated. You can do exactly that with these spectacular Christmas gift ideas for your boss.

Top-of-the-World Trophies

Go for a from-the-heart personal gift with a customized trophy or plaque hailing your lady boss’s achievements and power. Go with no-nonsense sayings that are as straightforward as she is, or add a little humor into the mix.Ideas can include:

  • Best Lady Boss. Make that BEST BOSS, period.
  • Best Boss this Side of Venus
  • Top Role Model: Little girls grow up wanting to be you.
  • No. 1 Lady Boss: Kicking butt and taking names.

Power Oils

Essential oils have the power to beat stress, boost performance and otherwise enhance a day at the office. And if that doesn’t impress your lady boss, you can always mention they’ve become a $1.2 billion business. Essential oil Christmas gift ideas for your boss include an office essential oil diffuser and select oils geared toward achieving great things. Power oil examples include:

  • Cinnamon for increasing focus and concentration
  • Orange for decreasing anxiety and perking up mood
  • Peppermint for stress relief, fatigue reduction
  • Rosemary for elevating brainpower and energy
  • Sage for boosting memory and attention

Pinch Me Stress Relief

Desktop punching bags are so passé when it comes to relieving stress. You can give your lady boss a much more sophisticated method of working out workday angst and annoyances with Pinch Me scent-infused therapy dough.

Billed as a “portable mood-shifter” the pliable dough invites your boss lady to indulge in the texture, color, and aroma to help her refocus. OK, perhaps pinch-able dough is not all that sophisticated. But it sure can be fun.

Luxury Throw

Even if they’ll never dare let you know it, lady bosses can like to get warm and cozy, too. Give her that option with a luxury throw she can use at home or leave at the office to help her get through those all-nighters. Luxury throw fabric options range from alpaca to cashmere bamboo, from silver foxtail to ribbed mink faux fur.

Super-Stoked Spa Basket

Take the luxury route a bit further with Christmas gift ideas for your boss that’ll give her the pampering she deserves. Go for a super-stoked spa basket packed with bubble bath, scented candles, salt and sugar scrubs, peppermint foot rubs and all other sorts of goodies that make her feel sensational from her head to her toes.

Gift Certificates

No, we’re not talking about a $25 gift card to a random department store. Christmas gifts for your boss in the gift certificate category can instead include any number of events or adventures. Rock climbing, whitewater rafting, kickboxing classes, yoga studio passes are all fair game. Review your lady boss’s favorite activities to bucket list entries, then gift her with a way to experience them.

No matter if you gift your lady boss with a spa basket or a top-of-the-world trophy, one thing is for sure. Any of these Christmas gift ideas for your boss will outshine and out-impress far greater than any $5 coffee mug.

November 11, 2016

Business Thank You Messages: Examples for Christmas

Filed under: Designing Your Business Communication — Tags: , , , , — PDWriter @ 12:14 pm
business thank you messages

This holiday season, you should absolutely plan on thanking the people who worked with you this year. Assuming you want to continue doing business into the next year and keep the mutually beneficial relationship going strong, a few select words is a simple gesture that will leave them feeling appreciated and humbled.

Take the time to do it right and end the year with business thank you messages that will have your customers and partners excited to continue working with you next year. Here are some ready-to-use examples.

Like it or not, holiday-specific greetings can be seen as controversial because they’re viewed as somewhat exclusive. Depending on which industry you are in or which customer/partner you’re trying to thank, it might not matter and you can just “Merry Christmas” the season away. In other cases, an equally festive “Happy Holidays” might be in order. Below are some examples of both, so use your best judgment and you shouldn’t have any problems.

Fun and festive holiday card for clients

Business Thank You Messages For Clients

Holiday cards geared toward your clients can be either traditional or more whimsical or modern. Choose a design that you and your company like, and also make a big impression on your clients.

  • Without you, Christmas Wouldn’t Be Very Merry. Thanks So Much For Everything!
  • Sending You a Heartfelt Thanks and Wishing you the Happiest of Holidays!
  • This year, your patronage made all the difference. We want to thank you from the bottom of our hearts and we hope to see you soon! Merry Christmas From All of Us at ________.
  • Thanks For Everything This Year! Here’s Wishing You Happy Holidays and a Great New Year!
Holiday Card with traditional artwork

Business Thank You Messages For Partners

Your holiday message to your partners should be a little more serious than a card you send to your clients. However, don’t be too stuffy! Choose a card that complements any of the message ideas below and also conveys a business-like style.

  • Thanks For Helping Make Your Business Our Business This Year
  • Thanks For a Great Year and Best Wishes For a Productive New Year
  • Thanks for everything! We can’t wait to continue thriving in the New Year!
  • Thanks so much for a productive year! We hope to continue helping make our success your success into the New Year.
  • Merry Christmas, Happy Holidays, and most of all, thank you for your partnership. Looking forward to keeping things rolling next year.

More than anything, it’s important that your business thank you messages simply be genuine. You know best how to address your customers and partners (it’s why they came to you in the first place, right?). If you’re true to yourself and your business, you shouldn’t have any problems finding the right words! If you’re ready to start spreading holiday cheer, shop PaperDirect for eye-catching holiday greeting cards today!

November 8, 2016

Handwritten Letter Services We Love

Filed under: Designing Your Invitation,Helpful Resources — PDWriter @ 9:51 am
Handwritten Letter Services

Admit it. You smile each time you see a hand-addressed card arrive in your mailbox. So, why not put that same smile on your customers’ faces? There’s a cool new trend among business owners to send handwritten notes to their top supporters. But before you groan at the thought of spending hours penning witty words of gratitude, listen up. Handwritten letter services are a thing. A big thing. There are eager busy bees with great penmanship ready to help you out.

Letter Friend

Handwritten letters have a 99 percent open rate, according to the folks at Letter Friend. They also claim these personal bits of mail get a three to six time higher response rate than other printed mail pieces. They will print on stationery and cards you supply, or work with you to print your logo on their paper products. Best of all? This company can integrate with your CRM so you can track who’s received a handwritten note and when, so following up is a breeze!

Handwrytten

This company uses custom-designed handwriting robots that hold real pens to write out the notes in the handwriting style of your choice. So, you get the personalized you want and you don’t have to worry about writer’s cramp. You can even add an insert for a small fee. The handwriting robots at Handwrytten write your message on their cardstock–and they even write on the envelopes, too!

Task Rabbit

Finally, Task Rabbit is a cloud-based matching service. You pick the task you need completed, like hand writing cards to your most prized clients or penning personalized thank you notes, and a freelancer (who has passed a background check and in-person onboarding process) will get the job done for you. All payments are taken care of via Task Rabbit, so you don’t have to deal with invoicing or phone calls from the tasker asking when they will get paid. Simply use their app to pay with a company credit card, and you’re done.

Need some gorgeous seasonal cards for your upcoming handwritten notes? Browse Paper Direct’s huge selection of holiday greetings online today!

November 3, 2016

20 End of the Year Superlatives for Rockstar Employees

Filed under: Employee Recognition Ideas — PDWriter @ 9:44 am
End of Year Superlatives for Rockstar Employees

At the end of the year, it’s only natural to take a few minutes and reflect on the great work your employees did over the previous twelve months. What better way to show them that you sincerely appreciate all the great work they’ve done for you and the company than with a little recognition that’s unique to them.

As an employee, few things are more rewarding than being singled out and having your individual contribution to the team recognized publicly. You might be surprised how much mileage you will get out of a certificate with a personalized message on it.

Short on ideas (or short on time)? Here are some suggestions for the rockstar employees in your office.

Pop Culture

  1. David Bowie Award. The David Bowie Award is for the employee who never fails to make magic when given an assignment.
rockstar lapel pin for employee

2. Beyonce Award. Got a worthwhile diva in your office? Someone with loads of personality who’s always willing to help a coworker?

3. BB-8 Award for Pluck. Who’s more lovable than Star Wars’ spark plug of a droid. He may not be the star of the show, but BB-8 is always an invaluable member of the team.

4. The Sansa Stark Award for Perseverance. Have you had an employee take on a particularly expansive, exhausting project this year? This is the perfect award for them!

5. The Steel Magnolias Award. Have you got a team of ladies who’ve banded together to get the job done? Celebrate that achievement with the Steel Magnolia Award.

steel magnolia stationery paper

6. The Eleven Award. Have you got a newcomer who’s risen to the occasion in a big way? They’re your Eleven.

7. The Luke Cage Award for Toughness. For the salesperson or customer service rep who’s responsible for handling a particularly ornery client, a little toughness is always part of the equation.

8. The Tony Stark Award for Innovation. If a member of your team has managed to make an invaluable process more efficient or figured out some new means of capital, they deserve to be compared to one of comics’ greatest geniuses.

9. The Chimichanga Award. Got an off-kilter joker in your office? Someone who never fails to brighten everyone’s day with their weird perspective? Celebrate like a Deadpool fan with the Chimichanga Award.

General

  1. Lamplighter Award. Is someone always at their desk when everyone else is long gone? They’re your lamplighter.
  2. The Office Mom Award. If someone in your office is always willing to listen to someone’s problems or bring in some food for an office potluck, they’re your provider, the Office Mom.
  3. The ‘Glued To Your Seat’ Award. When there’s somebody in your office who always seems to be at their desk, they might deserve this little bit of recognition.
  4. The Awwwww-Ward. Admit it, there’s someone in your office who’s always quick to share the newest cute animal pic. These pics are perfect for a short break in between assignments, and your employee should be rewarded for it.
  5. The Great Communicator. With all the means of communication available in a modern office, people who actually take the time to use them are few and far between. Why not celebrate those members of your team who are always clear and open about their plans?
Academic-themed stationery papers

6. The Reader. Let’s be honest, of all the emails and memos that run through the typical office, how much do you think really gets read by employees? Most people are probably lucky to read about 40 percent of the text that comes through their inbox. Then, there’s this person, who seems to read everything that’s put in front of them, whether it applies to their department or not. That’s something to be commended.

Funny

  1. The Know-it-All. Every good office has someone who seems to know everything. Whether it’s in-depth details on the company’s latest project or the results of the 1943 World Series, you can ask this person and they’ll know. Know-it-all isn’t an insult if it’s true.
  2. The Unofficial Techie Award. Before you call the tech guys, you always call this person, someone who gladly takes time out of their busy day to help you figure out why your mouse won’t work, or why your computer keeps freezing. They’re a hero.
  3. The Worm Award. Who’s the first person in the office every morning? They’re your early bird, and what is it that early birds are after? Make their dream come true.
  4. Captain Coffee Bean. Offices run on coffee, right? No one knows that more than the brave soul who’s always the first one to fill up a pot of coffee for consumption. It’s a real public service and it deserves to be rewarded as such.
  5. The Bogey. Every office has a cool guy or girl. They’re the one everyone seems to admire, the one everyone invites out for a few relaxing drinks. They’re your Bogey (or Bacall, as the case may be).
tech award for technical employee

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October 31, 2016

How to Create a Seating Chart for Your Holiday Party

Filed under: Christmas & Holiday Party Tips — Tags: , , — PDWriter @ 3:17 pm
How to Create a Seating Chart for Your Holiday Party

Ah, the holidays, a wonderful time of year when you can happily gather all your friends and family for a great holiday party. And no holiday gathering is truly complete without a scrumptious meal to keep everyone’s tummy happy. Of course, any veteran host can tell you that the meal takes some strategy, not just in the kitchen, but in the dining room, as well.

A seating chart can make or break your meal. You don’t want grandpa sitting next to your best friend from college (no need to open up that lane of awkward, polite conversation). Fortunately, with a little planning, you can easily whip up a great seating chart that will keep your guests happy throughout the evening.

Step 1: Make Sure You Know Who is Coming

Send out invitations before the party and make sure those invitations provide some easy way for your guests to RSVP (try an email address or even a Facebook message). Once you’ve got a full list of your guests, you’re ready to begin your seating chart.

Step 2: Rearrange Your List

Shift party guest names up and down your list to loosely group friends with friends, family and family, and any potentially dramatic pairings as far from each other as possible. This is far from your final list, but it will give you a good idea of how big your tables should be and where they will need to go.

Step 3: Visit Your Site

Wherever your holiday party will be and however many people are coming, you’re going to need to look at the space you intend to fill. You should also get an accurate idea of the room’s dimensions. After all, nothing will kill a dinner party quicker than having to cram too many people into too small a space. The general recommendation is that you want about 42 inches in between tables.

3 Ways to Create a Seating Chart

Use Microsoft Excel

Screenshot from Microsoft's Tool
Screenshot from Microsoft’s Tool

Microsoft Excel has a spreadsheet for party planning, downloadable here. This allows you to do a lot of things related to party planning and has an entire tab devoted to seating charts.
Ease of use: This is a useful option but it’s hard to visualize because the standard table dimensions they have are in inches while their grid is based off square feet. You also will need to create your own tables and shapes which might take longer than you think. Either way, it’s a FREE tool to get you started.

Wedding Wire Seating Chart

Wedding Wire's Seating Tool
Screenshot from Wedding Wire

While they advertise this as a wedding tool, it can work for any party. This tool allows you to select round, square, or rectangular tables, and drag and drop them within the app. Then you can easily add names before downloading or sharing it.
Ease of use: We like this tool! Check it out here.

Draw Out a Floor Plan

It may be “old school,” but drawing a floor plan is still a fantastic way to visualize a seating chart. Simply take out a large piece of paper and sketch out your floor plan. Include the measurements of your room and the measurements of your tables (and don’t forget to include the chairs) so that you don’t overstuff.

Then put your guests’ names on sticky notes and put your sticky notes around the tables you’ve sketched out on your big piece of paper. You should start by simply putting the names around each table in the order they’re written on your list. Then, the top-down view afforded by your sketch will let you know if you’ve got any potential controversies brewing.
Ease of use: All you need is paper and some time. If this is your style, it can be a fun way to kill an afternoon.

If you keep your eyes open and keep in mind that conversations (and conflict) can jump tables, then you should be fine. Just be sure that all your planning doesn’t go to waste by leaving a properly-designed table tent at each of your guest seats. It will add a little flare — and maybe a little order — to you whole holiday event.

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October 28, 2016

Corporate Holiday Messages to Employees

Filed under: Employee Recognition Ideas — PDWriter @ 12:43 pm

Corporate Holiday Messages

With the holidays fast approaching, it’s almost time to express thanks for all your employees’ hard work over the previous year. While you’re likely thinking of giving them a bonus or some other token of your gratitude, don’t underestimate a personal note that expresses your gratitude and deepens your employer-employee relationship.

If you’re looking to thank your employees for a year of hard work this holiday season, but you’re coming up short on what to tell them, then let some of these suggestions help grease the creative wheels.

Happy Holidays From the Jerk Who Bothers You Five Days a Week

You may not actually be a tough boss, but there’s no harm in poking a little fun at the image that a lot of bosses have nationwide. On the off chance someone actually agrees with you, they’ll still give you points for poking fun at yourself.

Wishing You the Happiest of Holidays and Thanks for a Hard Year’s Work

It’s an oldie, but a goodie. It’s very possible to overthink your message to your employees, which can lead you to some pretty convoluted season’s greetings. Your employees just want to know that you notice and appreciate their hard work; sometimes the best course of action is to say exactly that.

For All You’ve Done All Year Long, Thanks Doesn’t Seem to Be Enough … But That’s All You’re Going to Get

This one is a bit of a dice roll, but if you have an employee or two with a wry sense of humor, they might really appreciate this sentiment … especially if you’re padding it with a $15 to $20 gift certificate or trinket.

The Holidays May Not Last a Long Time, But at Least You’re Not Here!

It’s okay to jokingly acknowledge the fact that your employees may very well have lives outside the office. As the boss, you might be super invested in your job, but it’s possible that a lot of your employees prioritize their friends and family above being in a cubicle. If you’re willing to acknowledge that you understand that fact, it’ll go a long way.

Seasons Greetings to an Invaluable Member of the Team

Another serious angle, this one is really buoyed by adding a specific trait you appreciate about the employee or giving a specific compliment on a previously completed project. The real key to making a “serious” thank you work is to inject a little specificity into the message. It doesn’t need to be super precise, but it should be tailored to your specific audience.

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October 25, 2016

Corporate Party Checklist 2016: Big & Bold Holiday Party

Filed under: Christmas & Holiday Party Tips — PDWriter @ 10:24 am

corporate holiday party checklist

If you’re in charge of overseeing your company’s corporate party, the task can seem like a daunting one. Sometimes, expectations are low: employees haven’t been wowed in the past, and don’t expect to be wowed this year. Other times, though, someone truly rocked it the year before, and you’ve got some seriously large boots to fill.

Whatever scenario you’re facing, being solely responsible for your company’s holiday party success can be intimidating, to say the least!

Even if you’ve got hundreds of guests showing up, a little foresight can go a long way in making the planning process easier and less stressful on you. Here’s our ultimate checklist for creating a rocking corporate party all your teammates will love.

Start early

Know when you should start planning your big corporate holiday party? Yesterday. That should give you an idea of how important early planning is to ensuring a great celebration. It’s never too early — there’s a reason event planners start planning next year’s event the day after that year’s event is over!

Here at PaperDirect, we’ve already started to reach out to venues and it’s only October 25th. We also use Evernote to capture ideas as they pop into our minds.

Create a team

No one should tackle such a massive undertaking alone, so connect with your colleagues about who can handle what. If you know them well, allocate the most sensitive or challenging tasks to those teammates who you know will come through. If you aren’t as familiar with your team’s work ethic, err on the side of caution by only assigning one or two manageable tasks to teach person.

Get clear about your financial freedom

Knowing what your budget is can have a huge impact on how big and bold you can go. It can also help inform what top-dollar items are important, and which ones can get put on the backburner. You’ll need to work with your HR department or whoever handles budgets. Typically, you’ll take a budget to them and they’ll modify or approve. To get a clear budget, factor in things like:

  • Venue
  • Food
  • Alcohol
  • Activity
  • Taxi vouchers
  • Decor
  • Cleanup

Send Invites

Whether you’re sending a simple Evite or stepping up your game with heavy cardstock invitations, you’ll need to amplify the who, what, when, and where to your attendees.

Settle on a theme

Your theme should reflect the time and atmosphere of your event — ie, a party that is expected to be a swag, fancy gala probably shouldn’t have an “ugly sweater contest” theme. Make sure you know what leadership’s expectations are for the classiness (or casualness) of this affair.

Decide what you can do in-house, and what should be outsourced

This can be dependent on budget, but in general, it’s extremely helpful to outsource things like entertainment, food and drink, printing/invitation sending, and other high-volume, high-touch tasks.

Leave enough time to do a “dry run.”

A dry run can illuminate issues early, from traffic jams in the loading and unloading areas to technology snags with the microphone. Run through your party itinerary multiple times before the big day to ensure a smooth operation.

Technology can help keep your seemingly endless to-do list under control, so check out apps such as Pro Party Planner— even Evernote for note and list making — to keep all your plans and thoughts in one central place.

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October 21, 2016

Employee Office Awards Inspired from 2016

Filed under: Employee Recognition Ideas — PDWriter @ 2:12 pm

Office Award Ideas inspired by 2016

Giving out employee office awards at the end of the year is a great way to celebrate the year and boost moral. While traditional office awards are tried and true, you may be wanting to spice things up with some relevant, clever superlatives.  Some consider this year quite the trainwreck, so let’s bid farewell with these office award ideas- 2016 style.

The Moderator Award

Coming to you from the presidential debates, The Moderator Award goes to the person in your organization that easily mediates issues between fellow employees or properly elevates issues so they get fixed.

Schumer Humor Award

Amy Schumer had a rockstar year in 2016. If there’s a funny lady in your office, give them this award.

The Final Five Award


This award should go to a team (ideally five) of employees that came together, worked hard, and got stuff done. Inspired by the goal medal winning USA gymnastics team, this is quite the honor.

The Eleven Award

This award is inspired by the hit show Stranger Things (if you haven’t seen it, do it!) The Eleven award could be awarded to someone who came from another business and adapted quickly or to someone who sent an evil client back to the underworld.

The Reboot Award

Inspired by allll the recent reboots (Fuller House, Gilmore Girls), this should be awarded to someone who was maybe stuck in a rut, but changed their attitude and came out a stellar employee.

The Mmm Tasty Award

@Goodful slays! These are a nice healthy treat – follow them for more healthy eats! Chocolate Peanut Butter Balls Serves 12 INGREDIENTS 1 cup all-natural peanut butter 1 cup almond flour ⅓ cup honey 1 teaspoon vanilla extract ¾ cup dark chocolate chips PREPARATION 1. In a medium bowl, mix together the peanut butter, almond flour, honey, and vanilla extract until the mixture thickens and sticks together. 2. Roll the mixture into balls half an inch in diameter. 3. In a small bowl, melt the dark chocolate chips in the microwave no more than 15 seconds at a time. 4. Using a spoon or fork, dip the peanut butter balls in the melted chocolate and toss to fully coat. 5. Transfer the balls to a wax or parchment paper-lined baking sheet and refrigerate at least one hour. 6. Enjoy! NOTE: For this recipe, be sure to use a no-stir, all-natural peanut butter.  Using a natural peanut butter that separates may cause the ball mixture to be too loose.

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If you haven’t been bombarded with delectable Facebook food videos, you’re missing out. This award should go to someone who is always bringing in food to the office. We salute you!

Spock Award

Star Terk forever! If anyone on your team is both smart and a Star Trek lover, this is the perfect award.

The Car Karaoke Duo Award

This award should go to a dynamic duo in your office.

Be sure to show them a popular duo karaoke video as you present this one.

Better Than Phelps Award

If there’s someone on your team that has been kicking butt for years, they deserve the better than Phelps award.

The Perseverance Award

In honor of Leonardo Decaprio who finally got an Oscar, give out a perseverance award to someone who has been pushing for success for a long time.

The Comeback Award

This one’s in honor of LeBron James and the entire Cleaveland basketball team. They were facing a 1-3 win/loss ratio when they came back to win 3 consecutive games and the national championship. This award could go to a person who brought culture back into the company or came back from a tough personal experience.

The Lemonade Award


Did someone turn lemons into lemonade this year? Good! This fits perfectly into the viral Beyonce HBO special that was released last April.

The Hodor Award

For the most polite person in your office, who always holds the door for people.

Level Up Award

Pokemon Go was the app of the summer. Nintendo stock shot up, people got outside, business were attributing growth to the game. It was (and still is) impressive. This award should go to the person that grew the most in your company.

There you have it. Hopefully, these inspired you for your end of the year company party. If you’re looking to present physical certificate papers, stop by PaperDirect. We offer all styles and colors of certificate paper.

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October 18, 2016

Christmas Messages from Teachers to Students

Filed under: Christmas,Phrases & Wording — Tags: , , , , — PDWriter @ 10:45 am
Christmas Messages from Teachers to Students

Students are often the shining stars of your day, and the holiday season is a great time to let them know it. Sending a holiday card to your students shows them you care, can help strengthen your bond, and may even serve as a subconscious, cheery reminder that they have homework due right after Christmas break.

Your holiday greeting cards don’t have to be textbook boring. By choosing an image that catches your eye and writing a personalized message, you can send a memorable holiday card that reflects your own teaching style and personality or your school’s personality and traditions. We’ll even help you out with a few examples of traditional, funny and clever Christmas messages from teachers noted below.

Feel free to use the holiday messages verbatim, or simply as a starting point to jumpstart your own creativity.

Peace Hope Love Joy Traditional Holiday Card

Traditional Christmas Messages from Teachers

Traditional Christmas messages from teachers can stick with the standard themes of peace, goodwill, and joy for the holiday season. But you can also add a dash of teacher influence by mentioning things like wisdom, intelligence, creativity, and other elements that you cherish as a teacher. Traditional messages are also a good place to bring up common Christmas references like shining stars and angels.

May your Christmas be filled with

Merriment and bliss – and your

New Year with infinite learning.

Happy Holidays!

***

The Christmas star shines bright in the sky.

Star students like you do the same in my class.

Merry Christmas!

Funny Snowmen Holiday Card

Humorous Christmas Messages from Teachers

If your class typically leaves students in stitches, one of our funny Christmas messages might be right up your alley. Humorous messages on these holiday greeting cards can mention specific teaching topics or subjects. You can also write them as a math problem or other equation that gives your students yet another chance to chuckle.

If one elf had 12 candy canes,

And another elf had 12 candy canes,

How many candy canes did Santa have?

He got all 24 of them, of course. He’s Santa!

Hope your holidays add up to a fabulous season.

***

Don’t worry.

I told Santa you always showed up and handed in your homework on time.

You should definitely end up on the “Nice” list.

Merry Christmas from your favorite teacher!

Snowman Angel Holiday Card

Modern and Clever Messages from Teachers

Modern and clever Christmas messages from teachers are known for putting a twist on something typically associated with the holiday season. Your choices are huge, with options that include reindeer, twinkling stars, Santa and his elves, angels, blinking lights, and any member of the group included in the traditional nativity scene. We went for the wise men.

The three wise men didn’t get that way

without listening to their teachers.

You’re well on your way to their status.

Merry Christmas to an exceptional student!

Warm Winter Wishes Holiday Card
One of our favorite Christmas cards!

Teachers that get remembered are those that make a notable impact on students of all ages. The impact can come from captivating lessons, building positive relationships, and showing you really care. Sending holiday cards to your students can definitely contribute to the latter two. While you’re on your own for lessons plans, PaperDirect has your holiday card needs covered – shop today!

October 14, 2016

Christmas Message Examples from Realtors & Agents

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Christmas messages for realtors

Realtors and agents are likely to have a sprawling Christmas card list, packed with names of new homeowners, prospective buyers, and even folks looking to lease or purchase office space. An ideal way to wish them well is with holiday greeting cards that feature an image and message that align with you or your company’s style, tone, and overall personality.

We have five different messages you can use to portray that personality while sending very merry Christmas greetings.

Traditional Snowflake Holiday Card

Traditional Christmas Messages from Realtors

Just because a Christmas message from realtors is traditional doesn’t mean it has to be ho-hum. You can give your traditional Christmas message a “realtor-spin” by focusing on the joys of the holiday season – particularly when they’re coupled with family, friends, and a cozy home. Traditional messages are especially nice with any of our vintage-inspired holiday cards.

Christmas is all about

Family, friends, and a cozy home

In which to enjoy them all.

We here at ABC Realty wish you all of the above for the holiday season.

***

May your heart be filled with laughter

Your soul with joy

And your home with love

this holiday season.

Merry Christmas from ABC Realty!

Whimsical Polar Bears Holiday Card

Humorous Christmas Messages from Realtors

Realtors and agents known for their sense of humor can have tons of fun with Christmas messages. Funny ideas can range from the damage reindeer hooves can make on roofs to real estate prices in Bethlehem at the time of Jesus’s birth. Keep in mind using Biblical references may offend some, so you may want to steer clear of potentially offensive verbiage. Instead, keep your message merry, bright, light, and worth a chuckle. Don’t forget to match the lighthearted message with an equally whimsical holiday card.

Best holiday wishes for a solid, happy home

that can stand up to Santa coming down the chimney

and reindeer pawing at the roof.

Merry Christmas!

***

Christmas is a time to

count your blessings.

Like the fact you don’t live in

a gingerbread house.

Merry Christmas from ABC Realty!

White and Gold Modern Trees Holiday Card

Other Messages from Realtors

If your real estate agency has a quirky and clever vibe, by all means let it shine through with a modern Christmas message. Here you can put your cleverness to the test by reviewing some of the more common real estate terms, and then running with any that catch your fancy. Messages like these can be used with a variety holiday card designs, from funny to classic styles.

No adjustable rates.

No closing fees.

Just an honest-to-goodness wish

for the very best Christmas ever.

Happy Holidays from ABC Realty!

Sending out Christmas cards to your clients, prospects, associates, and pals can be a great way to pass along merry wishes while keeping your real estate agency fresh in their minds. After all, you never know when Santa and his reindeer may indeed create the need to buy a new house or sell the old one ASAP.

Shop now for Holiday greeting cards from PaperDirect. 

October 12, 2016

Christmas Message Examples for Your Church Holiday Cards

Filed under: Phrases & Wording — Tags: , , , — PDWriter @ 9:55 am
Christmas messages for churches

Christmas is a time for glorious jubilation, and churches can easily spread that happiness to parishioners and friends with the perfect holiday greeting cards. These cards refer to those that have an image, tone, and message that mesh with the personality of your church. Whether your parish is known for being traditional, humorous, or clever and quirky, we have a lineup of example messages you’re welcome to use.

Traditional Christmas Messages for Churches

Traditional Christmas messages for churches can definitely include the very reason Christmas is celebrated in the first place. In addition to celebrating Jesus’s birth, traditional messages can also include references to family, love, peace, joy, and other elements that come from being part of a compassionate parish.

Celebrating the birth of Christ

is so much more meaningful when it’s shared

with people like you.

Merry Christmas and Happy New Year

***

Peace, love, and joy are what the Christmas season brings.

Our job is to keep it alive all year long.

Merry Christmas and Happy New Year

from your family at Church ABC.

Humorous Christmas Messages for Churches

Sermons that ignite a chuckle, ongoing laughter at church gatherings, and parishioners that just can’t stop smiling are some of the hallmarks of a church that has a humorous vibe. Keep that much-loved humor alive with funny Christmas greetings on your annual holiday cards.

God loves you

No matter what.

That’s more than Santa can say!

Merry Christmas from your friends at Church ABC.

***

Thou shalt have a

Very Merry Christmas and an

Extraordinarily Joyful New Year.

All the best from Church ABC!

Modern Christmas Messages for Churches

Modern and clever messages can be a little quirky, a little funny – and give recipients a lot to think about. Putting a modern twist on a traditional scenario can be a fun way to go about it.

If young Jesus had a Christmas list,

We bet an Xbox wouldn’t be on it.

He’d ask instead for love and time spent with family.

And we wish you exactly the same!

Christmas cards are a great way for churches to keep spreading the love, peace, and joy that their community is about all year long. They let you touch base with regulars, reach out to parishioners you may not have seen in some time, and otherwise show your church is always there to care.

Shop PaperDirect for holiday greeting cards!

October 7, 2016

Christmas Messages from Doctors Offices: Examples

Filed under: Phrases & Wording — PDWriter @ 11:00 am
Christmas Messages from Doctors Offices

Even the most knowledgeable and experienced doctors’ office can score bonus points with elevated bedside manner. A good bedside manner stems from taking a little extra time to show that you care while developing positive patient-doctor relationships.

Sending out  a warm thought over the busy holidays can contribute toward achieving both, especially if you include a Christmas message that matches the personality of your practice or facility.

Check out five examples below you can cut and paste directly or use as a springboard to create your own.

Traditional Christmas Messages from Doctors

Traditional Christmas messages from doctors can pretty much stick to the standard greetings folks typically receive around the holidays – with one small tweak. Since the card is coming from a doctor or medical office, you can certainly take advantage of wishing your patients good health for the holidays. Good health, after all, is what you’re all about.

From our practice to your home,

We wish you a Merry Christmas and

an exceptionally healthy New Year.

Wishing you peace, joy and very good health for the holiday season and beyond.

Merry Christmas!

pinecones holiday greeting card

Humorous Christmas Messages from Doctors

If your office or practice has a fun and playful vibe, you can match it with fun and playful holiday card messages. Humorous Christmas messages from doctors can still make a reference to good health, but with a layer of humor on top. Add yet another layer of merriment with the mention of reindeer, elves, or even jolly ole St. Nick himself.

Hope your holidays bring health, wealth and happiness –

And don’t forget we’re always here if you want more of the first one!

Merry Christmas.

Merry Christmas!

You’re never too old to believe in Santa Claus –

Although we do have a cut-off age for giving out stickers and lollipops after exams.

beach chairs holiday greeting card

Modern and Clever Christmas Messages from Doctors

Medical practices or offices that pride themselves on being modern, clever and a wee bit quirky can go for a message that has a creative twist. The example below focuses on the colors of the season then uses a kitschy idiomatic expression to wish the recipient well.

Happy Holidays!

As the world is swathed in red and green,

We hope you are perfectly

in the pink.

happy holiday poinsettia greeting card

Sending out holiday cards or holiday newsletters to your patients – and even your vendors and associates – serves multiple beneficial purposes. It wishes them well, it shows that you care, and it keeps your doctor’s office in the front of their minds should they be chatting at holiday parties with someone who may need a referral.

October 4, 2016

Sneak Peek: PaperDirect’s Christmas Stationery Line

Filed under: Event Planning Tips — PDWriter @ 10:39 am

Right now, the air is crisp with autumnal richness. Kids are picking out Halloween costumes and the entire world seems to be seasoned with pumpkin spice. But before you know it, you’ll be up to your ears in snowmen and reindeer, and it’ll be time to prepare for the Christmas season. One of the most important parts of Christmas is giving your love and best wishes to family, friends, colleagues, clients, and other acquaintances. That’s why the time is now to pick out your Christmas stationery, and consider bundling products to save.

Cards

From greeting cards to postcards, you’ll always find a reason to use these stationary pieces. Whether you want to send a thoughtful message to your favorite aunt or share a quick note to your children’s teachers before winter break, Christmas notecards are a winter wonderful way to spread holiday cheer.

Our Favorites

Some of our favorites include

Holiday Owl Christmas Notecards

Holiday Owl Christmas Notecards

Crystal Candle Postcard

Crystal Candle postcards

Single Snowflake Christmas Greeting Card

Simple Snowflake greeting cards

Invitations

It wouldn’t be Christmas without festivities. From holiday open houses to company soirees, you’re definitely going to need some Christmas invitations this season.

Our Favorites

Crimson Delight Flat Invitations

For family-friendly events, use something casual and fun-loving like the Crimson Delight Flat Invitations. 

Plaid Fold Up Invitations

If you’re hosting an elegant Christmas affair, the Traditional Plaid fold-up invitations might be more inviting to your guests.

Christmas Stationery for Businesses

The Christmas season isn’t just about family and friends. It’s also an important time of year for businesses. Depending on the industry you’re in, your Christmas stationery needs might go beyond cards and invitations. For instance, holiday themed banners and brochures might be the extra special touch that your business needs to attract more customers. 

These additional fourth quarter expenses are worth finding the room in your budget to share the holiday spirit with your staff and customers alike.

Clever Communications

People are receiving a lot of mail during the Christmas season. You, of course, want your Christmas tidings to stand out in a deluge of yuletide cards and letters. Make an impact with your holiday greetings using something clever such as newsletters, calendar cards, photo cards, and decorative border papers. Deliver more than an ordinary holiday message, using an extraordinary piece of Christmas stationery that truly conveys a warm, meaningful seasonal sentiment.

Our Favorite Festive Border Paper

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Christmas Stationery Accessories

It’s the little touches that make the Christmas season magical. When preparing your holiday season mail, use Christmas seals and address labels. Complement the church’s Christmas pageant with nicely printed tickets. Holiday party hosts can add an elegant touch with Christmas place cards.

The sky’s the limit, so have fun this holiday season with your Christmas stationery.

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September 27, 2016

It’s Already Q4! Where to Spend Your Time & Money

Filed under: Business Marketing Ideas — PDWriter @ 9:13 am

Seriously, where did 2016 go? 

Time & Money

It seems like the year just began but actually, 2017 is rapidly approaching and the fourth quarter is in full swing. This period is a crucial time of year for small businesses, ripe with opportunities to set goals, improve sales, and communicate with your clients.

During the fourth quarter, a small business should focus their efforts, time, and budget in the following areas.

Complete Projects

It’s been a busy year, so some projects were moved to the back burner. Now is the time to make these projects a priority. Look back to the end of 2015 to determine what initiatives you wanted to complete this year, and get them done now.

Start 2017 with a clean slate, without old projects looming over your head. You don’t want to begin a new year, trying to catch up with projects you thought of over 12 months ago.

Try New Sales Strategies

The fourth quarter is also an excellent time to review your sales team’s work and empower these employees to try new strategies to increase profit for your small business. Pull your sales staff into a brainstorming session to consider different methods for securing new business from existing clients as well as reaching out to potential leads.

Think Snapchat, Facebook advertising, new email subject lines–anything that you can test during the busy season ahead.

Also, consider ways to bundle products and/or services to make it easier for your sales team to sell more at once.

Build Marketing Momentum

The holiday season is right around the corner, which is the perfect time to enact new marketing initiatives, from social media outreach to paid search campaigns. A

Allocate some of your fourth quarter budget to engaging new customers and loyal clients with creative marketing techniques, both traditional and digital. Consider everything from new banners and signage to an Instagram photo contest to reach your audience during the end of the year.

Set Goals

Work with department heads, each team, and individual employees to determine the best direction for your small business in 2017. End the year with a clear plan for the goals you want to accomplish so you are ready to go come January 1.

While you are setting end of year goals, reflect on areas where your business could improve by learning from missed opportunities and unfortunate mistakes made throughout 2016. Set goals that require your small business staff to strive for the best while still being realistic and attainable. You don’t want the goals you set to discourage your employees.  

Have a great Q4 by planning and executing properly. See you in 2017 when the dust has settled!

September 21, 2016

When to Start Planning Your Holiday Party. Hint: Soon!

Filed under: Christmas & Holiday Party Tips — Tags: , , , — PDWriter @ 1:47 pm
Party Santa

A holiday party might seem like a simple-enough event to organize. However, those with experience planning a company-wide holiday party know it is no easy feat to host a successful yuletide gathering. For those new to holiday party planning, or those who are looking to make the process easier than years past, use this timeline and tips to put together a memorable, spectacular, and festive soiree.

Three Months Before the Party

Confirm Party Budget

Meet with key decision makers to set a budget for your event. Without knowing your budget, it’s impossible to make the necessary arrangements for this event.

Visit Potential Venues

Start exploring your venue options. This will help you ascertain the feel or mood for the party, thus allowing you to start planning the smaller details of the event.

Two Months Before the Party

Book the Venue

You’ve had some time to consider what this year’s holiday party will look and feel like, so now it’s time to commit to a party locale.

Compare Vendors

You’ve booked the party venue. It’s time to start researching caterers, decorators, and entertainers.

Develop the Holiday Party’s Theme

Share the information you’ve found along with the broad party details with the company’s decision makers to ensure you’re on track with this project.

6 Weeks Before the Party

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Send “Save the Date” Notices

Make sure the entire staff has marked the date on their calendars for the company holiday party. It might seem like too far in advance to send a “Save the Date” for a holiday party but this season is one of the busiest of the year. Before you know it, people are booked solid during the month of December and because you sent out a late “Save the Date”, half the company’s workforce has other holiday events to attend instead of yours.

Tastings

Work with caterers or possible venues so you can decide who will create the food for the holiday party. Food=fun!

Consider Hotels Near the Venue

Contact nearby hotels about group rates so you can encourage staff members to really enjoy the evening without anyone finding themselves in a drunk driving situation.

1 Month Before the Party

Send Out Invitations

Formally invite all staff members to the holiday party. Include RSVP, dress code, themes, who is invited (significant others, kids), location details, nearby hotel accommodations, and other relevant information.

Merry Christmas
Connect Vendors with Venue

It’s time to connect the dots for your holiday party. Make sure each vendor is in contact with the venue so they coordinate times and any necessary deliveries.

Confirm Details

Contact vendors and the venue to double check that everything is on track. From the appetizers to music, the servers to the holiday-themed decorations, you want to confirm that all of the arrangements you’ve worked so hard to put together are in order for the party.

Send RSVP Reminders

Contact party invitees who have not yet responded to the invitation to confirm their plans.

Three Weeks Before the Party

Create Supply List

You want to make sure there are disposable cameras on all of the tables. Or maybe you’re handing out goody bags at the end of the event. Take the time to make a list of the odds and ends you are responsible for getting to the venue. You’ll find you are using this list up to the day of the event.

One Week Before the Party

Send Party Reminders

Include all of the information from the invitation, except for the RSVP details so everyone knows where to go and when.

Confirm Schedule with Vendors and Venue

This is the final pre-party check-in before the big day. Go over every detail with a fine-toothed comb to save yourself a headache on the day of the party.

The Day of the Party….

Have fun! You might need to connect with vendors and the venue for any last minute details but on the day of the party, it’s time for you to kick back and enjoy yourself with your co-workers.

Following the party, you want to share photos and send a feedback survey to see where your party succeeded and where it might have fallen short. This is also the time to reconcile the party budget. While it can be stressful to plan a holiday party for a business, your hard work will be appreciated by everyone in attendance.

September 15, 2016

Small Business Saturday Promotion Ideas: Online

Filed under: Marketing & Sales Promotion Techniques,Seasonal & Special Events Ideas — PDWriter @ 9:57 am

small business saturday online promotion

Targeting a local audience with your Small Business Saturday promotion ideas can definitely happen in person and in your shop. But it can also happen online. With a few keen strategies and a bit of advance planning, you can reach a wide audience of local folks with a few clicks of the mouse.

OK, online Small Business Saturday promotion ideas may take more than a few mouse clicks. But your online efforts can reap huge rewards if you do it right.

Social Media

If your business doesn’t have social media accounts on the top channels, create them now. Right now. Most businesses of any size frequent the most popular channels, with company pages or accounts on at least the big three:

  • Facebook
  • Twitter
  • LinkedIn

You can kick off your online Small Business Saturday promotion ideas by simply posting announcements that you’ll be participating in the event. List the exact date of the Saturday following Thanksgiving, the times your business will be open, and any details on the specials you’ll be running.

Joining like-minded groups on social media can also help advance your brand – and perhaps even drum up a few other local shops to join in the SBS celebration. Seek out groups based on location, or go for common services, products, interests or industries.

Boost awareness of the event even further with paid social media advertising, with ads that let you select the location of your target audience. Instead of setting up an ad that can be seen by everyone, you can choose who sees the ad by zip code or even by a select radius directly surrounding your business. Location-based targeting options are available for ads on Facebook, Twitter and LinkedIn.

Email

Email is another way to drum up awareness and business with Small Business Saturday promotion ideas. Strategic SBS announcements, downloadable coupons, alluring marketing messages, and even incentives to come on down can help bring business into your shop. But first, of course, you need to have a mailing list.

Growing your email list can be done by:

  • Having an opt-in form on your website and social media pages
  • Asking in-person shoppers to sign up when they’re at the register
  • Having a sign-up list in your shop

Your next step is to craft an email with a distinct goal, which would be driving folks to your shop on Small Business Saturday. Effective emails will speak directly to the customers you’re targeting with language they use, a hook that will grab them, and a delivery time when they’re most likely to open and read it.

Effective emails also contain:

  • Compelling subject line
  • Header with your brand
  • Personalized greeting
  • Short, easy-to-scan body copy that backs up subject line
  • Call to action that tells them what you want them to do
  • Social share buttons so they can easily share with their social media pals
  • Unsubscribe button so they can easily opt-out if desired

While you’re online revving up your emails and social media pages, don’t forget to write about your Small Business Saturday celebration on your blog – before and after the event. Taking photos at the event can also make for a fun post that showcases your business as well as locals who came by to support it on SBS.

September 2, 2016

5 Thanksgiving Holiday Cards we Love

Filed under: Designing Your Business Communication — PDWriter @ 11:09 am

While Thanksgiving isn’t the most popular time to send a greeting card, it can be a great time to stand out among vendors or other businesses. Showing thanks and sending gratitude is easy; all you need is a simple card and a thoughtful message inside.

If you’re on the prowl for Thanksgiving holiday cards, let us assist you. Here are our favorite designs for 2016!

Thanksgiving Tree Holiday Card

Thanksgiving Tree Card

Buy a 25 pack of this design here.

Thanksgiving Wreath Foil Card

Thanksgiving Wreath Foil Card

Buy a 25 pack of this design here.

Thanksgiving Screen Cards

Thanksgiving Screen card

Buy a 25 pack of this design here.

Thanksgiving Leaves Card

Thanksgiving Leaves Card

Buy a 25 pack of this design here.

Swirls of Autumn Note Cards

Swirls thanksgiving Note Cards

Buy a 10 pack of this design here.

Each of the above designs comes with foil-lined or regular envelopes. You can also create a pre-printed message inside each card- saving your hand long hours of writing.

Stand out this holiday season and be top of mind come December. Sending a Thanksgiving card is the simplest way of doing just that!

August 30, 2016

Office Award Ideas for Sales Teams

Filed under: Employee Recognition Ideas — Tags: , , , , , — PDWriter @ 10:31 am
office award ideas for sales

“American Psychologist published a study where researchers found that top performers experienced a positive to negative emotions ratio at a minimum 3:1 and as high as 11:1. In other words, for a person to “thrive” he/she needs to experience at least 3 positive interactions for every 1 negative.”

In other words, for a person to “thrive” he/she needs to experience at least 3 positive interactions for every 1 negative.

Every employee in your business plays an invaluable role, but the sales team is the engine that feeds your company and keeps everyone on the payroll. Recognizing the efforts of your sales team allows you to motivate and inspire these individuals so they continue to close deals and build new business. Use some of these fun awards to recognize the hard work of your sales team.

The Pioneer Award

Award this certificate to the salesperson who spent the month/quarter trailblazing a new territory for your company, whether it was industrial or geographical. Maybe this salesperson closed a deal with someone in the retail vertical, which is a new market for your business. Or possibly a salesperson found a way to partner with a new regional distributor, opening your business up to new clients. This salesperson packed up his/her wagon and successfully ventured into new territory for your company. That’s impressive work that should be rewarded.

The Cold Call Award

This salesperson is always following up on leads, cold calling potential customers, and knocking on doors to find the next big sale. They leave no stone unturned when seeking out a new opportunity to increase your business. Encourage this dedication by awarding this individual for their efforts. Reward this salesperson with a phone-related award, like a Crystal Cell Phone Holder.

crystal cell phone holder award

The Closer Award

Regardless of season or economic shifts, this salesperson consistently makes sales. When everyone else has checked out during the holiday season, for example, this person is still closing deals. You can rely on this salesperson through thick and thin, so reward their hard work with The Closer Award.

The Alley-Oop Award

Some people have the gift of gab. They can schmooze just about anyone. Sometimes the hardest part of making a sale is getting in good with the potential lead, and this salesperson can always make a good impression and set a fellow sales colleague up to close the deal.

This is your sales team’s sixth max, the one you call in when you need to make in-roads with a possible new client. This individual greases the wheel so his peer can come in and score.

The Ahab Award

Once a month (or maybe once a quarter if that is more appropriate for your company), recognize the salesperson who landed the biggest whale. These big sales set the example for what your business wants its sales team to do on a regular basis– those white whales really bolster your bottom line.

Use any of the above ideas to reward your business’s outstanding sales teams. Start shopping for awards now.

August 24, 2016

Short & Sweet Thanksgiving Message Templates

Filed under: Seasonal & Special Events Ideas — PDWriter @ 2:47 pm

Thanksgiving Turkey

While Thanksgiving may be a notorious day for turkey and pumpkin pie, it’s definitely not a notorious holiday for marketing. Companies are quick to send out cards celebrating Christmas, Valentine’s and even their customers or clients’ birthdays, yet Thanksgiving cards are an oft-forgotten batch. In fact, they’re nearly in last place when it comes to greeting card sales in general. The only holiday cards less popular than Thanksgiving are those for St. Patrick’s Day.

Your company could certainly take this info to mean you’re on the right track by ignoring the holiday like most other folks. Or you could take it as a keen opportunity to stand out from the crowd by sending out Thanksgiving messages to customers and clients.

Whether you’re sending cards, emails or posting on your Facebook page, taking a small moment to honor Thanksgiving can be a big way to show your company cares. With that in mind, we’re sharing five short and sweet Thanksgiving messages you can use on your batch of greeting cards.

Thanksgiving Messages

May your Thanksgiving be filled with wonderful things

(like whipped cream and pumpkin pie!).

The only thing better than food on Thanksgiving
is having loyal customers like you.

Just wanted to say Thank You

for your business

your loyalty

being you.

We’re grateful for the opportunity

to serve sensational customers like you!

Customers like you make every day

a good day to give thanks.

Happy Thanksgiving.

While these Thanksgiving messages were created for use on the interior of Thanksgiving greeting cards, there’s nothing stopping you from using them on notecards, printed stationery or even as the text for a social media or email that also features a striking autumnal-themed visual.

You can never go wrong sending warm Thanksgiving wishes to people you appreciate. And as the people who keep you in business, customers and clients should be at the top of your list.

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