7 Reasons Why Promotional Products Work

Fatina Malik • November 4, 2022

Promotional products have been, and continue to be, one of the most popular and cost-effective branding vehicles available to businesses. However, despite the potential growth which brands can benefit from, some business owners still don’t see the value of investing in promotional merchandise for their companies.

Companies often spend thousands of dollars on advertising their products, but they don’t always receive the desired results. In contrast, promotional products are affordable and generate positive word of mouth.

Below are 7 reasons why promotional products work.

Continuous exposure for your brand

A business card or brochure will most likely end up in someone's drawer or worse—their trash can. A promotional item on the other hand, is less likely to face that unfortunate fate. If this is something that's practical and easy to use, like a branded pen or keychain, it will be a part of your clients’ everyday lives. This creates more exposure for your brand, because they will always be using something with your logo and contact information on it.

Also, let's be real: people love free things, especially if it's useful to them. This is why promotional products work—they're a form of advertisement that is well-received!

Promotes Loyalty

Bringing in new clients is an absolute must but nurturing existing client relationships can sometimes take precedence. Give your customers/clients a “thank you” present once in a while, to let them know you appreciate their business. People love to receive free things and your customers will appreciate your kind gesture. LGP Hub's popular picks for promotional gifts include things like: bags, mugs and apparel, so you can start building your next customer appreciation swag bag.

On the other hand, if you have close relationships with your clients, we recommend more unique, personalized gift options. For instance, this 12-piece cheese set is an excellent option if your client is a fan of charcuterie or perhaps, they'd appreciate this wine set complete with two champagne flutes if they're a connoisseur. You can upload your logo and create a virtual sample.

Remember that one loyal customer can be just as valuable as 10 new customers, so you should start thinking about gifts for customer appreciation.

Promotional Products are Inexpensive

Promotional items are known as the more “budget-friendly” option when marketing your brand. They are mass-produced, which is why the original purchase price will not leave your company's bank account empty. Brand.com says that “Promotional products are cost-effective, offering an enviably low cost per impression”, which is in comparison to other costly forms of marketing, like online ads, television commercials or billboards.

A few cost-effective, yet popular promotional options include stress balls, drinkware, novelty pens or laptop accessories—all of which are available on LGP Promo.

They create a lasting impression as opposed to other forms of marketing

Promotional products leave a good, lasting impression on your audience in comparison to other types of advertisements. Think about it—a 30-second YouTube ad that you're dying to skip or a billboard you got a quick glance at while driving just aren't as memorable.

According to research carried out by DesignHill, 89% of customers can recall the advertiser even two years after receiving a promotional product. This is because people will most likely keep a useful item like a mug instead of a business card that they'll probably discard.

They may attract new clients

A primary goal of marketing is to draw attention to your product or service, which is something that promotional products are good for. These are items which may always be in the receiver's possession and they're sometimes passed along to others. PROmotion Marketing LLC stated that 63% of consumers pass along a promotional product they don’t want anymore which means that your brand will reach people you didn't even advertise to in the first place. This will inevitably bring more reach to your brand.

They make great business cards

Even though I've been throwing shade on business cards throughout this article, I'm not saying you should replace them with promo merch. People will still ask you for your business card and you can't exactly respond by saying “here's a keychain instead”.

However, this still doesn't change the fact that promotional items do a better job. For example: This Tile Mate Tracker from LGP Hub is sure to leave a more lasting impression than a business card, because it will allow your customers to remember your business (along with their keys and other belongings as well).

You can give a live demo of your product

There's no better way to show off your product than to have people try it out and see for themselves (especially if it's free). You can simply share a demonstration on YouTube, but technology is so advanced nowadays, so it's easy to edit and exaggerate things to make them seem better than they truly are. As a result, people are skeptical of the things they see online or on television. With a promotional product, your customers can have something tangible, that they can use. Try to get involved in events where you can demonstrate your product.

As you can see, your business can really benefit from the use of promotional products. There are a few challenges you'll face when marketing your brand such as cost or exposure, which is why you should start thinking of ways to implement this in your strategy. LGP Hub has a wide selection of promotional products to choose from. Visit our website and start building your swag bag!

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