Strategic Marketing to Help You Sell More Printing This Summer

Strategic Marketing to Help You Sell More Printing This Summer

You don’t have to convince your customers that marketing matters—but you can show them why print is the smartest way to do it. June’s content lineup (available now) is focused on brochures, and for good reason: brochures help your print buyers explain what they do, why it matters, and why their brand is worth paying attention to. When your clients...

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Small Orders, Big Decisions: Turning Small Jobs into Big Wins

Small Orders, Big Decisions: Turning Small Jobs into Big Wins

Previously, Sam Lewis tackled the challenge of managing client expectations after implementing minimum charges at Print Perfect. With the policy now in place, Sam begins looking ahead to new opportunities. Instead of viewing small jobs as obstacles, he starts to see them as stepping stones for growth. This month, Sam explores ways to build deeper...

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What Happens at NPSOA Doesn’t Stay at NPSOA (And That’s a Good Thing)

What Happens at NPSOA Doesn’t Stay at NPSOA (And That’s a Good Thing)

There’s something powerful that happens when print shop owners from across the country gather under one roof. Ideas are exchanged. Friendships are formed. Inspiration spreads. That was exactly the case at this year’s NPSOA Conference in North Little Rock, Arkansas—and we’re still riding the wave of energy and insights from the event. Whether you joined us...

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Flyers That Stand Out: Your May Marketing Content

Flyers That Stand Out: Your May Marketing Content

Tangible print marketing still makes the biggest impact. Flyers—versatile, cost-effective, and visually striking—continue to be one of the most effective tools for businesses looking to promote events, showcase offers, and connect with their audience. This month’s Direct Mail for Printers content (for May distribution) focuses on the power of flyers to...

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Small Orders, Big Decisions: Managing Client Expectations

Small Orders, Big Decisions: Managing Client Expectations

In last month’s article, Sam Lewis began setting minimum charges for Print Perfect, a necessary but challenging step to sustain his business. Now, he faces an equally tough task: communicating these changes to his loyal clients. As concerns and questions arise, Sam learns that managing expectations is just as critical as implementing new policies. In this...

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The MI4P Proven Process: A Smarter Way to Sell More Printing

The MI4P Proven Process: A Smarter Way to Sell More Printing

Every successful print business has a system—an approach that keeps things running smoothly and ensures print buyers keep coming back. But when things begin to feel overwhelming or inconsistent, that system can start to break down. At Marketing Ideas For Printers (MI4P), we believe in keeping things simple and repeatable. That’s why we follow a Proven...

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Why NPSOA 2025 Is a Must-Attend for Print Shop Owners (And Where to Find Us There)

Why NPSOA 2025 Is a Must-Attend for Print Shop Owners (And Where to Find Us There)

North Little Rock, Arkansas | March 20-22, 2025 Running a print shop means wearing a lot of hats—salesperson, customer service rep, production manager, marketer—you name it. But how often do you get to take a step back, connect with industry peers, and gain fresh ideas to grow your business? The upcoming National Print and Sign Owners Association (NPSOA)...

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Organize with Style with this Month’s Direct Mail Content For Printers

Organize with Style with this Month’s Direct Mail Content For Printers

Presentation matters. As printers, you know that whether you’re handing out materials at a trade show, meeting with clients, or organizing important documents, pocket folders offer a polished way to present your brand with confidence. This month’s Direct Mail For Printers content focuses on the power of print as a tangible, screen-free way to keep your...

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Small Orders, Big Decisions: Setting Boundaries with Minimum Charges

Small Orders, Big Decisions: Setting Boundaries with Minimum Charges

  Last month, we met Sam Lewis, owner of Print Perfect, as he began to face the financial strain caused by small, low-margin print jobs. With his shop’s resources stretched thin, Sam realized that change was necessary. Now, he takes his first step toward addressing the issue: introducing minimum charges for small jobs. In this article, Sam navigates...

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