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Getting out of your comfort zone is tough—whether it’s in life or business. But here’s the thing: sticking with the same old, same old, won’t help you grow your print shop. If you want to lead your clients and help them succeed, you’ve got to dive into the world of marketing yourself first. Embrace Change: Your Print Shop Deserves It We get it—learning new marketing strategies can feel overwhelming, especially when printing operations or management is your main focus. But think of it like this: every time you stretch yourself to try something new, like mastering social media or email marketing, you’re not just improving your business—you’re setting an example for your print buyers. They’re watching you, and when they see you succeed, they’ll trust you to guide them too. Show Them How It’s Done: Be the Example Social media might seem like a whole other world, but by embracing it yourself, you can show your clients how powerful it can be. Imagine how confident they’ll feel when you say, “Here’s what worked for me, and it can work for you too.” Whether it’s Instagram, Facebook, or LinkedIn, by sharing your journey, you lead by example. Email Marketing: Don’t Just

Artificial intelligence (AI) is transforming industries worldwide, and the printing industry is no exception. While many printers have dabbled in AI, few have harnessed its full potential. The missing ingredient? Training. As printers, we are constantly looking for ways to improve efficiency, reduce costs, and provide better service to our customers, and AI offers solutions to all these challenges and more. By leveraging AI, you can streamline your operations, automate routine tasks, and gain insights that were previously unattainable. The Power of AI Training AI training isn’t about becoming an expert overnight; it’s really about understanding how to leverage AI effectively for your print business. Earlier this year, I joined a community of AI experts and was transformed from a novice to a proficient user in just weeks. The AI Foundations course I took was the catalyst for this transformation, providing an intensive, hands-on experience that took me from a beginner (white belt) AI user to an advanced user (black belt). Hiya! Real-World Success with AI For Printers Let me translate this training into what it quickly became. As part of my AI training, I created an AI tool to help printers conduct a budgeted hourly rate (BHR) study. Typically,