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As the fall season draws closer, September brings the perfect opportunity to help your customers refocus, reconnect, and stand out. With routines resuming and back-to-business energy in the air, now is the time for printers to help clients deliver marketing that gets noticed, especially with banners that boost visibility and drive results. The September content—available now for download and print—features tools that make your clients’ messages clear, bold, and effective. From high-impact banners to lighthearted newsletters, every piece is designed to turn heads and support real marketing goals. Here’s a look at what you can start producing today for September outreach. Direct Mail For Printers Options Coffee Break Type: Direct Mail Humor NewsletterDimensions: 8.5″ x 14″Coffee Break Highlighting humor and fun themes, Coffee Break keeps connections strong with a fresh mix of jokes, trivia, and notable dates. This issue features punchlines like: “What do you give a man who has everything? Penicillin.” “My grandma has the heart of a lion—and a lifetime ban from the zoo.” The sidebar article plays with the age-old question, “How many does it take to change a lightbulb?” with witty answers from optometrists, politicians, and programmers. Paired with an October calendar full of trivia-worthy milestones,

Today, your next big client is checking your Google reviews before they ever call. And if you’re not actively collecting reviews, you could be handing business over to a competitor without even realizing it. Keep reading to find out how Google reviews help your business, why a few less-than-perfect ones aren’t a dealbreaker, and what you can do to start collecting and using them with minimal effort. Google Reviews = Better SEO Google loves fresh content, and customer reviews count. When your clients leave reviews, it tells Google your business is active, relevant, and worth showing to more searchers. More reviews also help you appear in the “Local Pack,” those top three map results people see when they search for things like “printing company near me.” That’s digital real estate you don’t want to miss. A steady stream of reviews also helps reinforce keywords naturally. If someone leaves a review that says, “Great banner printing!” or “Fast postcard turnaround,” you’re getting keyword juice without even trying. More Reviews = A Competitive Edge Would you rather choose a printer with 7 reviews or 70? Most people equate review volume with popularity and trust. If your competitors have more reviews than you,

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. August’s content lineup (available now) focuses on the often underestimated but always essential envelope. Whether it’s a teaser line, a pop of color, or a polished finish, the envelope is the first handshake of a print buyer’s message. From witty newsletters to professional marketing packages and smart design insights, each piece below is crafted to help you spark better conversations, elevate your print value, and close more sales. Whether you subscribe to one option or use them all, here’s how to put this content to work for your shop. Direct Mail For Printers Options Coffee Break Humor Newsletter Looking to add laughs and staying power? We got you. If you want to stay connected with customers in a lighthearted, casual way, the Coffee Break newsletter is the ideal touchpoint. Printed as a foldable 8.5 x 14 mailer, it features fresh humor, unexpected trivia, and a quirky monthly calendar that makes people smile and remember your name. This month’s jokes bring beachy laughs and office life chuckles: “Karen tried ‘quiet quitting’ but forgot to tell her facial

It’s been a while since I’ve had the chance to step out of the day-to-day marketing mindset to remind you of, and hopefully inspire you with, a bigger idea. So, today’s the day! After meeting with printer after printer to discuss their marketing strategies, there’s been this growing “earworm” in the minds of printers that I think needs to be said out loud. You see, there’s a quiet little lie infiltrating our industry. Maybe you’ve noticed it, and maybe it’s crept into your thoughts, too. It’s the lie that says, “Print can’t keep up.” It’s not something people in the industry usually say directly. But you feel it, and I hear it in your voices when orders slow, when clients lean harder into digital, and when it feels like everything is changing faster than you can keep up. To be clear, I’ve fought this same earworm at times. Even being in the printing industry with you for almost 30 years, I can struggle the same way. When Doubts Start to Creep In There are moments when I’ve stared at our own direct mail offerings and thought, Is this still enough? I’ve talked with printers who’ve run successful businesses for

If you’ve ever debated whether to list your prices online or worried that you’ll lose business if you do, you’re in familiar territory. For many printers, pricing feels like walking a tightrope: charge too much and scare people off, charge too little and eat into your margins. It can feel like putting your worth on trial, especially when you’re competing with “race-to-the-bottom” online competitors. But it’s not just what you charge. It’s how you present your pricing that makes the difference. And chances are, some of the “rules” you’ve been following are doing more harm than good. Let’s bust a few myths that might be costing you sales and show you what you can do instead. Myth #1: If I Show My Prices, I’ll Scare My Print Buyers Away The idea that showing your prices drives prospects away is one of the most persistent myths in the print industry. It’s rooted in the fear that you’ll be judged solely on cost, that your higher prices will send your prospective print buyers running to online discounters. But in reality, hiding your prices creates an even bigger problem: distrust. Today’s buyers expect transparency. When they can’t find what something costs, they assume

Let’s be honest.Summer is noisy.Events, festivals, fireworks, social media overload… everyone is competing for attention. And your print buyers? They feel it. They know it’s harder than ever to stand out. But here’s the thing—while digital ads get skipped, scrolled, or ignored, bold print signage demands attention in a way nothing else can. This month, we’re focusing on helping your print buyers win back attention with print marketing that refuses to be ignored. The tools in your July marketing arsenal are designed to give your customers the visibility they deserve, while positioning your print shop as the expert partner who helps them get results. Here’s what you’ve got working for you this summer. Direct Mail For Printers Options Coffee Break: Humor That Keeps You Human If you want to be top-of-mind, you’ve got to stay relatable.The Coffee Break newsletter does exactly that. It brings humor, warmth, and everyday laughs to your customer’s mailbox.This month’s jokes tap into summer silliness: “What did the ghost say on the 4th of July? Red, white, and boo!” “Boss: You’ve been late three times this week. Do you know what that means? Me: It’s Wednesday?” Plus, the (Not-So) Official Firework Safety Guide delivers tongue-in-cheek warnings

Postage rates are on the rise again. As of July 13, 2025, a First-Class Mail Forever stamp is expected to move from 73 to 78 cents, leaving many questioning whether direct mail is still worth using. It is — and more than ever. Printing companies that stay visible with regular marketing will stay top of mind. Those who remain silent risk being forgotten. If you want your print buyers to remember you — and to view you as the example of smart marketing — consistent direct mail is a proven way to make that happen. Why Direct Mail Still Works Direct mail delivers results that few channels can match (especially for printers). It places your message, your quality, and your marketing example directly into your customer’s hands, without the clutter of an overloaded inbox or a skipped social media ad. Even with changing technologies and increasing postage rates, customers still trust print more than digital ads. They interact with it longer. And when done correctly, direct mail consistently drives higher response rates. Your print buyers are searching for ways to cut through the noise. If you offer effective direct mail strategies, you meet that need — and position yourself as

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 relationships and turn low-margin interactions into gateways for larger, more profitable projects. Can these small wins pave the way for big success? Part 4: Small Orders, Big Decisions: Turning Small Jobs into Big Wins Sam had spent weeks refining Print Perfect’s approach to minimum charges and client communication. But as he looked over his books, he noticed that while the small jobs had become more manageable, they still weren’t driving growth. “There has to be a way to turn these into something more,” he thought, pondering how to make low-margin work a stepping stone for bigger projects. Finding Value Beyond the Profit Margins One afternoon, Sam discussed his thoughts with Laura. “I’m wondering if we’re missing out on opportunities with some of these small jobs,” he began. “If we could turn these clients into repeat customers for larger projects, that could really make a difference.”

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 grab attention, drive action, and leave a lasting impression. Whether you’re helping a business promote a Memorial Day sale, a community event, or a seasonal offer, these ready-to-use marketing pieces ensure your customers stay ahead with print. 5 DIRECT MAIL PACKAGE OPTIONS FOR PRINTERS May’s theme, Flyers: The Versatile Marketing Powerhouse, highlights the role of flyers as one of the most effective print tools for businesses. From creative folds to eye-catching layouts, this month’s content helps your print buyers leverage flyers for high-impact promotions. This theme runs through all our marketing packages, giving you a unified strategy to promote your services while helping your customers succeed with print. Coffee Break Newsletter Lighthearted 8.5″ x 14″ direct mail newsletter The Coffee Break newsletter adds humor and insight to keep your print shop top-of-mind with customers. This edition includes: A collection of lighthearted jokes, such as:“Why did the donut go to

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 Process—a clear framework that helps printing companies build effective marketing strategies, streamline technology, and ultimately sell more printing. If you’ve ever felt like owning a print business is too complicated or time-consuming, this process will give you clarity, structure, and a path forward. The MI4P Proven Process: Your Roadmap to Success The MI4P process isn’t just a checklist—it’s a guiding framework designed to meet you where you are and help you grow. Here’s how it works: Step 1: CONNECT – Understanding Your Business Needs Every print business is different. That’s why we start with a simple question: What’s your biggest challenge? For some, it’s an outdated website. For others, it’s not having enough leads. Maybe it’s struggling to keep up with social media. Whatever it is, we take the time to listen, understand your goals, and identify what’s standing in the way. At this

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