I.Miller International & Co. - Promotional Products and Corporate Wearables

The History of Promotional Products

Apr 23

If you've ever been to a music festival or convention and walked away with a bag full of freebies, then you know that promotional products work! But did you know that those quirky logoed products h...

How to Choose Uniforms the Whole Team Will Love

Apr 9

If you've been in the workforce for a couple of years, you've probably had to wear a company uniform at one point or another! Across all industries, trades, and professions, uniforms are common - t...

How to Protect Your Business From Hackers

Mar 25

Business owners have a lot to lose in the event of an unfortunate data breach. From intellectual property to customer lists to bank account numbers, hackers have their eyes set on the most invaluab...

How to Put Together an Onboarding Kit

Mar 17

Employee engagement starts the second a new employee walks in the door, so it's important for companies to make a good impression on their first day! The onboarding process shouldn't just be about ...

5 Ways to Boost Employee Morale

Oct 20, 2025

When it comes to building a successful company culture, maintaining positive employee attitude is key. Not only are happy employees more productive, but your company is also more likely to attract ...

6 Helpful Tips to Address Unhappy Customers

Jun 17, 2025

It's the moment you dread. The phone call you don't want to pick up. The review you're scared to address. Responding to unhappy customers seems like a chore. It can be overwhelming and humiliatin...

7 Ways to Instantly Make Your Website More User-Friendly

May 12, 2025

With more and more people preferring to conduct business exclusively online, a user-friendly website isn't just desirable, it's required if you want to be successful. These seven tips will help you...

How to Make Rush Orders Less Stressful

Mar 3, 2025

Whether you just found out you need products for an event soon, or someone forgot to place an order, sometimes rush orders just happen. And that's okay! Getting your order in last minute doesn't me...

Giving Back: The Importance of Corporate Social Responsibility

Feb 16, 2025

Whether you're putting together a fundraiser, donating food to a local shelter, or volunteering at a soup kitchen, supporting causes you care about makes you feel good and makes the world a better ...

Graphic Design Terms Everyone Should Know

Nov 7, 2024

It can be hard to communicate with a design team on a project when the designers speak their very own language. That's why we have a rundown of words you may come across frequently that can save yo...

Your Guide to Promotional Shirts

Aug 13, 2024

If you've ever run a 5k or attended a basketball game, chances are you've got a promotional shirt in your drawers somewhere. According to PPAI's 2019 Consumer Study, wearables are the #1 most popul...

6 Benefits of Customer Loyalty Programs

Jul 30, 2024

Everybody loves getting new business - it's exciting! Because new customers are so crucial to growing a business, many companies pour the majority of their marketing time and energy into generating...

What’s Up With Unboxing Videos? The Trend You Must Try

Jun 1, 2024

We all enjoy that element of surprise (well, most of us!). User-generated unboxing videos have popped up more and more on YouTube and other social media platforms, adding a surprising value to prod...

Branding 101: What Makes a Brand Powerful

May 18, 2024

A powerful brand is more than just a great logo and a mission statement (although those certainly lay the groundwork for any brand.) We live in a time where competition rises up on every corner, an...

Product Safety: What You Need to Know

May 11, 2024

No matter what they're purchasing, no one wants their products to be unsafe - it's a no-brainer! In the United States, there are several different product safety regulations that promotional produc...

9 Useful Apps for Sales & Marketing Professionals

Mar 14, 2024

Your phone's ringing off the hook. You've got three meetings back to back. Emails are piling up in your inbox. And when you have a moment to book your next business trip, you wonder how you're ever...

The Power of Perceived Value

Feb 21, 2024

In marketing terminology, perceived value is what consumers think a product is worth to them. Outside factors like personal memories or associations, celebrity endorsements, resemblance to a higher...

The Best Apps For Organization

Jan 23, 2024

For many of us, keeping organized and productive seems to be the goal that haunts us throughout the year - especially in an increasingly digital age where social media, a million calendar reminders...

How Promo Products Can Tell Your Brand's Story

Dec 24, 2023

Stories are powerful. From sharing stories around the campfire to writing fictional novels, storytelling has connected people together for thousands of years. But, have you ever considered storyte...

Imprint Everything: A Guide to Printing Methods

Dec 9, 2023

Once you've found the perfect promotional product for your business or organization, the next step is to emblazon it with your logo or message. Depending on the item, there may be multiple decorati...

Leading the Workplace: How to Develop Your Leadership Skills

Oct 25, 2023

Do you want to lead? Or, are you already in a management or supervisory role and want to be the best leader you can be? Then we've got good news for you. No matter what your current position is lik...

Sustainability & Environmental Responsibility: Why it Matters

Jul 29, 2023

As the reality of our planet's changing climate is becoming more and more apparent, being committed to sustainability has become a business imperative in the eyes of consumers. According to a 2018 ...

What Millennials Want (And How to Work With Them)

Feb 19, 2023

Many people agree that there is a high demand to diversify the workforce with young specialists bearing fresh ideas and new perspectives. Furthermore, we need to prepare this growing generation for...

Your Product Decorating Questions Answered

Nov 23, 2022

You encounter promo products every single day. You hold them, wear them, and maybe even smell them. But, did you know every one of these products goes through an extensive design process, whether t...

Graphic Design Terms Everyone Should Know

Oct 9, 2022

It can be hard to communicate with a design team on a project when the designers speak their very own language. That's why we have a rundown of words you may come across frequently that can save y...

8 Graphic Design Mistakes to Avoid

Jun 20, 2022

From social media graphics and website layouts to creating a cohesive grouping of promotional products, there are plenty of opportunities to flex your creative muscles and grow your business at the...

How to be an Empathetic Leader and Still Get the Job Done

Mar 31, 2022

Empathy is the ability to feel the same emotions felt by someone else. This trait allows you to feel pain for a friend whose going through a divorce, or excitement for a sister who was recently pro...

Generation Z vs. Millennials: What’s the Difference?

Mar 1, 2022

We're all familiar with the stereotypes that characterize the millennial generation- avocado toast, "killing" chain restaurants, and being social media obsessed. But what actually defines a millenn...

6 Reasons You Need a Company Store

Jan 2, 2022

As more and more companies turn towards e-commerce, shopping online has never been easier or more enjoyable. Ordering branded products is no exception! Company stores give you a convenient and comp...

5 Fail-Proof Ideas for Your Business Instagram

Oct 22, 2021

What generates over 95 million photos and videos each day, 4.2 billion likes daily and has 700 million active users? You guessed it - Instagram. This photo and video sharing social platform have re...

16 Ways Color Affects Your Branding and Marketing

Sep 16, 2021

Substantial research shows why color matters in branding and how it plays an important role in how we experience marketing. These 16 facts give you a glimpse into how you can use color to your adva...

How Promo Products Can Make a Lasting Impression

Apr 9, 2021

How would you describe your company in 30 seconds? This common sales technique is known as an elevator pitch, and the goal is to captivate the attention of your potential clients and explain how ...

The Power of Promo: Why People Love Freebies

Oct 5, 2020

Getting free items can feel like winning the lottery. Whether it's a free sample at the grocery store or a free trial of your favorite streaming service, it is always exciting to get something for ...

3 Things Every Busy Professional Needs

Aug 29, 2020

If there's one thing we never have enough of, it's time. We haven't quite figured out a way to freeze time yet, but we have found ways to save it. If you're a busy professional, these three FREE pl...

Why You Need Promotional Products

Aug 15, 2020

In a world of ever-changing advertisement trends, there is one marketing solution that never grows old - promotional products. Studies show promotional products were ranked as the highest advertisi...

How to Work Smarter, Not Harder

Jun 18, 2020

Do you ever find that no matter how hard you're working, you're not getting the results you want? You put in the long hours at the office, you answer every email, you skip lunch, and yet you're sti...

Lanyards: Everything You Need to Know

Jun 11, 2020

When it's time to choose the perfect lanyard for your company or organization, you may not be aware of all the things to consider when purchasing your new supplies. Lanyards come in many different ...

How to Juggle Work and Life Balance Like a Boss

Apr 15, 2020

Sometimes life gets hard. You don't have to work a night shift from Monday to Sunday to agree with that statement. Even the most effortless of jobs, those we believe to have truly mastered, can ge...

Why You Should Be Having More Fun at Work

Feb 17, 2020

In the past, the words "work" and "fun" were two very different concepts that could never be caught in the same sentence. The old school rationale taught us that if you are enjoying yourself at wor...

Your Brand Is Your Business - Market It!

Jan 20, 2020

As a marketing professional, you understand better than anyone the importance of establishing a distinct brand presence for your company. People gravitate to those they identify with and can trust ...

Corporate Social Responsibility and the Beauty of Giving Back

Dec 29, 2019

Organizing a fundraising event. Donating food to a local animal shelter. Serving at a soup kitchen. No matter what you do to give back, volunteering feels pretty good, doesn't it? But it doesn't h...

4 Steps to #Winning Social Media

Oct 25, 2019

Social media is one of the fastest growing and ever-changing media platforms in existence. What began as an online community for the younger generations, now encompasses billions of people across t...