Author Archives: scott

Father’s Day

Posted on June 15, 2012 by scott

On June 23rd this year the company that my father, Dick Schmidt, started in an upstairs room slightly larger than a closet turns 45 years old.  He grew his company on the four cornerstones of Honesty, Integrity, Hard work and … Continue reading →

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Happy Valentine’s Day to all of our friends and family.

Posted on February 14, 2012 by scott

Happy Valentine’s Day to all of our friends and family! I’m not clear on the exact origins of St Valentine’s Day, but I believe it was a much different holiday before Hallmark’s marketing department got a hold of it.  I … Continue reading →

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Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year

Posted on December 15, 2011 by scott

It seems we have not only gotten away from saying it, but we have gotten away from meaning it.  We now say Happy Holidays like we say hello.  This year, unlike many in the past, I am really looking forward … Continue reading →

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Thanksgiving 2011

Posted on November 23, 2011 by scott

It was only a year ago that my family sat around my parents dining room table talking about my father who passed away a little more than a month prior.  At that time we collectively couldn’t think of much to … Continue reading →

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Tradeshow techniques to qualify 77% of new prospects.

Posted on August 26, 2011 by scott

Two of our Account Executives have launched a new “Face to Face” survey platform at National Premium utilizing the iPad2. The first was at a customer’s booth at a tradeshow and the other at a company sponsored event. Both had … Continue reading →

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Can you afford to spend less than a penny a day to market your company and its services?

Posted on August 26, 2011 by scott

Every company has a story to tell their customers, present their image, culture, products and services. A custom designed wall calendar can do this for you for less than $.01 per day. A 14 page wall calendar tells your story … Continue reading →

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Top 5 things to look for when selecting a promotional products company

Posted on July 13, 2011 by scott

It will cost you more to call a plumber to fix your furnace. Then why would you call a printer or office supply company for help with promotional products? Many companies make this mistake when they look for a promotional … Continue reading →

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