Promotional Gifts Are An Effective Marketing Strategy To Increase Sales

By Lyndon Zema


When a company hands out promotional gifts this is an effective way to make a lasting impression on present and prospective customers. Numerous studies have indicated that people are more inclined to do business with a company that has given them such an item, than to do so just because they viewed an ad. It therefore is a wise investment for businesses to purchase promotional products.

The average return on investment which results from handing out promotional products is considerably higher than any other type of advertising. One consumer study revealed that more than half of people surveyed had done business with a company which had given them some kind of promo item earlier on. Yet, this effective marketing strategy can also cost much less than expensive media advertising campaigns.

There are a wide range of items companies can choose from to promote their business. Some of these are more useful and than others, so it's important to select those which are somewhat original and ideally they will tie in with the specific nature of the business.

Choosing the most inexpensive items is not wise, since these are more likely to be of little value to customers and will end up getting thrown out, thus defeating their main purpose. The most effective strategy is to select products which are relevant to other aspects of the company's advertising campaign. They should be both useful and related to the type of product or service the company offers.

Some of the most popular choices in promo products include pens, cups, hats, and t-shirts. If a company is looking to build brand loyalty, it can be effective to select items such as binders or calculators with the company name and logo. When trying to establish a name for one's company in the marketplace, it's best to give out a unique and memorable item that is different from the rest.

Promotional products can be sub-grouped as either "common" or "specialized" in nature. Common items are typically those which are kept in supply at the office and handed out to customers at the conclusion of a meeting. Specialized items are those which may be more specific and are usually reserved for niche customers or events like trade shows.

In terms of cost, it largely depends on which promotional gifts the company is purchasing. It is valuable to establish a good business relationship with a quality supplier of such items who will offer clients discounts when buying large quantities. Repeat customers are usually granted additional price reductions by these merchants as well.




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