Monograms throughout History

Although monograms spiked in popularity most notably in the Victorian era, monograms and monogram stationery were commonly used during the period of our nation’s naissance and steadily thereafter.  One would rightly assume that our forefathers took pride in their monograms; George Washington’s, for instance, was emblazoned onto his gold encrusted china.

In the Revolutionary and Civil Wars, soldiers often had their monograms emblazoned onto their buttons to signify ownership of clothing.  Monograms were also used on personal effects and, of course, monogram stationery.

During the Victorian era (1837 - 1901), personal monograms were very in vogue, a European craze that crossed the pond to pervade American culture.  Every sophisticated gentleman corresponded on his own personalized monogram stationery, and every respectable lady displayed dainty monograms on embroidered linens and embossed stationery.  The monogram was seen not only as a status symbol but also as an illustration of personality.

Modern Day Monogramming

Since then, personalized monograms have ebbed and flowed with fashion and trend.  Many of us can remember the revitalization of the monogram in the 1980’s, when ladies rushed to get monograms on just about everything from purses to personalized stationery.  Even as a kid in the eighties, I had my own monogrammed notes and personalized stationery for just about every occasion - notepads, letter writing, thank you notes - you name it!

Today, monograms are making yet another comeback.  As our world grows ever larger, we strive to embrace and exhibit our own individuality, and monograms give us an opportunity to do so.  Using personalized stationery for correspondence, embellishing business stationery with monograms, even monogrammed wedding thank you notes are all keen examples of the monogram’s enduring popularity.

Your Own Monogram

Employing monograms into your own daily routine can be a fun expression of your own personal style.  Instead of using plain old notepads, consider using personalized notepads for grocery and to-do lists.  Treat yourself to monogrammed stationery for use in personal correspondence.  You could even encourage your employer to utilize personalized correspondence cards as part of their customer appreciation strategy.  Giftsin24.com has plenty of monogrammed gifts and personalized stationery options for you to discover.

Discovering the world of monograms and personalization can be fun and informative.  Explore the creative lettering and imaginative colors options and create your own unique monogram.

On June 15, we received the following email from a customer:

“In this tough economy jobs for college grads are hard to come by. My son applied for a position and was one of over a hundred applicants. Only 3 of the 100 wrote a personal thank you note for the interview. His was the only one on personalized stationery. His boss recently told him that the personalized stationery was the deciding factor…the difference that set him apart from the other applicants.  Thank you “Gifts in 24″ for turning out a quality product at an affordable price for your customers such as my son.”

Wow. Does it get any more convincing than that? Out of 100 applicants, this college grad distinguishes himself with a hand-written note on personalized stationery.

I got to talk with Tyler Stricklin and his mom, Pauline, who originally shared his story with us.

Giftsin24.com: Why did you choose to write a note on personalized stationery instead of sending an email?
Tyler Stricklin: Well since I was young I was always taught to write thank you notes. They started when I was young on construction paper and over the years they have developed in to your general cards with blank space to write comments. As I graduated college I wanted to be sure that my thank you notes to employers got the point across, made a bold statement, and stuck out from the other applicants’ notes. My personalized stationery accomplished everything and more.

G24: Do you remember any details about what your boss said about the note?
TS: Of the few people who took the time to write thank you notes, I was the only one who used personalized stationery. My employer’s exact words were, “Your note didn’t land you this job but it set you apart from everyone else. When I read your note I immediately moved your resume to the top of the list.”

G24: How did that make you feel?
TS: Knowing that the 20 minutes I set aside to write a thank you set me apart from the competition made me feel great. Spending the little bit of money on the affordable personalized stationery was a great investment and is paying for itself ten fold now.

G24: Have you shared this job search strategy with your friends?
TS: I absolutely have! It’s these little things during these rough economic times that make all the difference in the world when trying to find a job.

G24: Is there anything else you would like to share?
Pauline Stricklin: A few years ago I received personalized stationery from your company. To this day, I say that was the best gift I have ever received! I loved the personal touch to my correspondence and have received many compliments. Since receiving that gift, we have purchased stationery for hard to buy for co-workers on several occasions. The prompt shipping is great too since it is always a last minute purchase.  I have purchased items for graduations, weddings and teacher gifts too.

In the e-world of instantaneousness, it’s nice to know that good, old-fashioned values and traditions not only stand the test of time but make a real difference. A young man takes the time to pen a personal thank you for the privilege of interviewing, and he sets himself apart from the crowd.

Congratulations, Tyler!

Ah summer is upon us. School is out, vacation plans are in motion, and there’s a good chance that you are surrounded by a pile of wedding invitations at this very moment. It’s officially that time of year! I offer two seasonal reminders that require licking an envelope: one for guests and one for the bride and groom. Whether you’re getting married or attending a wedding, enjoy your nuptial journey.

For Wedding Guests: The Gift of an RSVP

There is one simple act of kindness-it takes two minutes and costs nothing-that you can do for the bride and groom. You will not receive a thank you note, but this act will be greatly appreciated by everyone planning the wedding: RSVP as soon as you receive your invitation. Don’t delay! Walk right over to your calendar and see if you have anything else going on. If there is no conflict, then don’t wait to see if something else comes up-pencil this wedding on that day. If you do have a prior engagement then check, “respectfully decline,” (it’s an option) on the RSVP card, and send it back. You may have already noted the event because of the “Save the Date” card that the couple sent out. The RSVP card is pre-addressed and pre-stamped-again, it costs you nothing, and it’s a nice thing to do. Read the full article

Business Thank You Cards & Notes: The Easiest Customer Loyalty Program Around

On the surface, a business thank you note may seem like an antiquated way to attain customer loyalty in this age of immediate and spontaneous communication. But the business of being in business has gotten a lot harder, thanks to a relative handful of greedy executives and hordes of complicitous minions.

When as many execs are stepping aside as corporations are bellying up to the bailout bar, sincerely telling your customers “thank you for your business” with thank you cards is certainly a better way to show thoughtful customer appreciation than impersonal mass e-mails.

Customer appreciation is more than the same old customer loyalty programs

Customer appreciation must now truly reflect how a business or corporation values and appreciates that customer. The past year-and-a-half has been a game-changer when it comes to building customer loyalty. A personalized business thank you card might be the difference between keeping your clients or customers happy and keeping your doors open.

Skeptical?

Consider the following results of a study performed by watchdog group Transparency International. Of more than 73,000 people from 69 countries and territories around the globe, more than half believe that private sector businesses don’t operate with adequate transparency. Bottom line - 53% of those polled think that the private sector has some explaining to do:

“These results show a public sobered by a financial crisis precipitated by weak regulations and a lack of corporate accountability,” said Transparency International Chair, Huguette Labelle. “But we also see that the public is willing to actively support clean business. What is needed now is bold action by companies to continue strengthening their policies and practices….”

Not only do consumers view business with a more skeptical eye, but it’s a global sentiment that eats into the profits and customer loyalty of every business.

The business thank you note makes a comeback

The sky, though dark, is not falling.  To counter what seems like a pandemic of vitriolic distrust against the corporate world, business owners need to engage in simple yet significant acts of TLC to foster customer appreciation and give each client a sincere “thank you for your business.”  Business thank you cards help you do just that.

Renew the process of building customer loyalty programs

Here are a few simple ways you can renew the process of building customer loyalty programs using more traditional avenues with a personal touch:

• Colonial Correspondence Card - Classic sophisticated Business Thank You Card featuring a raised ink name on triple thick paper

• Personalized Banner Card - An impressive yet not imposing card, your name appears carved in this solid embossing.

• Mother Earth Banner Card-Environmentally conscious Business Thank You Card

• Executive Correspondence Cards - You don’t have to be an executive to use these cards. Any position will do…

• Bordered Correspondence Card - Endless possibilities. Vibrant borders with electrifying raised ink in a variety of colors (single line personalization) make these the perfect customer appreciation cards.

• Bordered Correspondence Notes -

Reverting to the tradition of sending customers hand-written business thank you cards and notes to express your appreciation for their support is refreshing. Check out many more great personalized corporate gift ideas and business stationery that Giftsin24.com has to offer.

The best teacher appreciation gift idea is one that is personalized especially for that extraordinary teacher in your life

Photo by connectedclass

Can you think of a mentor in your life that has managed to inspire your thoughts, perhaps even transform your entire world?  Teachers have the unique potential to change the course, not only of a student’s life, but also the lives of everyone with whom that student will come into contact with and shares their personal story throughout the rest of their lives.

The best teachers are oftentimes the ones that make each and every student feel like he or she has a special place on this planet.

In this same manner, the best teacher gifts are the ones that make a teacher feel that your appreciation gift idea was customized, because he or she has succeeded in making a unique impact in your life.

Unique Personalized Teacher Gift Ideas

The greatest teacher gifts are oftentimes not the most extravagant, but the most thoughtful and personalized presents that show consideration and appreciation of your favorite teacher.

Think about the special award that, out of everyone in the whole class, was bestowed upon you -   what a great feeling!  These personalized gift ideas for teachers will bring that same gratifying feeling to your special teacher.

Here are some personalized teacher gift ideas, along with quotations, to consider when customizing your gift for your special teachers:

You can find a lot more unique teacher gift suggestions in our Personalized Teacher Appreciation Gift Ideas section.

• Elementary school teacher gift idea personalized with inspiring quotes:
  Fun and Colorful Personalized Notepads for the desktops of our favorite Elementary school teachers

“Teaching is the profession that teaches all the other professions”

“A teacher affects eternity; he can never tell where his influence stops”

“The dream begins with a teacher who believes in you, who tugs and pushes and leads you to the next plateau, sometimes poking you with a sharp stick called “truth”

• Sunday School teacher appreciation gift with moving quotes
  Personalized Magnetic Fridge Mates for Sunday School teacher gifts and other religious teachers to hang up in the classroom

“Teach a child in the way he should go, and when he is old he will not turn from it.”

“If you can find your way around in your Bible, thank a Sunday School teacher!”

• Personalized gifts for teachers & book lovers
  Personalized Stampers including custom stampers for teachers and book lovers!

“Literature is my Utopia.”

“I have always imagined that Paradise will be a kind of library.”

• Unique customized gift ideas for your favorite Coach
  Personalized Picture Frames for our wonderful Coaches

“Coaching is taking a player where he can’t take himself”

A personalized teacher gift represents your appreciation for the unique influence a teacher has inspired you with

A teacher is oftentimes one of the very first role models in our lives, which means their power to influence us is limitless.  A unique teacher appreciation gift idea that is personalized honors the exceptional insight or encouragement, which may have transformed a child’s life path, or the course of your own life.

Show your true appreciation for your teacher this year; choose from our personalized teacher gift ideas above or browse our site for other customized gift ideas.

Short, Sweet, and Worth Holding Onto

Giftsin24.com and Samara O’Shea are pleased to announce the winner of their National Card and Letter Writing Month Essay Contest.

Don Blankenship was a bit of a trouble maker in his youth. Looking back, he’ll willingly admit that he was hungry for attention, but I’m sure at the time he would have said no such thing. It’s safe to assume that he was not the type of teenager who would have been moved by a letter from his grandmother. Why then, all these years later, does he still hold  tightly to a simple missive she wrote to him in honor of his graduating from high school? It was his thorough explanation of his relationship with his grandmother’s letter that moved us. His story is a great reminder of the power of retrospect. It is a gift to look back at a situation and see it with new eyes. It’s how we uncover ourselves. We are pleased to share with you Don’s winning essay and his grandmother’s letter.

Letter from a Poignant Pen

By Don Blankenship

At the time, it didn’t seem like much, a handwritten note scribbled on rose colored stationary. Gripped with the excitement of my impending high school graduation, I nonchalantly tucked it into a shoe box in my closet. When things died down, I would make the time to send the obligatory thank-you note. After all, my grandmother would understand. She knew how I had worked for this moment, and she would want me to take the time to revel in my success. Her closing lines had summarized this fact so succinctly: “Remember to stop and enjoy the view, but never dally too long, there are other mountains to climb. You, dear one, are among the best of mountaineers.”

Characteristic of her lighthearted sense of humor, she had made a reference to my West Virginia heritage.  In the Mountain State, I had grown-up surrounded by my large immediate family: two brothers, two sisters, and myself. My parents worked diligently to meet our necessities, and as the family’s self proclaimed teenage rebel, I hadn’t made their lives easy. I was constantly skipping school, falling in with the wrong crowd, and testing any authority figure that would muster the courage to produce a challenge. My younger years were driven by vain attempts for attention-a product of intense sibling rivalry. I craved the spotlight and was less than reticent in securing its glow.

My grandmother, who lived several hours away in Northern Ohio, had sensed this longing. Although our relationship had consisted of a few stolen moments during school breaks and on holidays, somehow, she had a special way of making me feel important. At times, it seemed as if I was the only person in her world. My success and happiness took precedent above her personal indulgences. Freely she offered devotion, and as a young egotist, I satiated myself in her attention. Of course, a milestone such as my graduation would warrant a written response. While the letter wasn’t particularly lengthy, I could almost feel the emotion emanate from its pages.

I never got around to writing that thank you letter. Grandma died that summer of cardiovascular disease; however, the letter she wrote is no longer relegated to the recesses of my closet. It sits neatly folded in a decorative glass jar on my nightstand. When the obstacles seem too multiple to bear or my heart is filled with bliss over life’s numerous joys, I remove the letter and savor its wisdom. It comforted me with the death of a close aunt, and I chuckled as I read it the day I graduated from college. Somewhere located in those few scrawled lines her spirit lives, continuing to reach out with so much consideration left to give.

Dear Grandson,

Congratulations on your graduation. I knew you could do it! Unfortunately, I cannot be there to watch you walk across the stage, but know that I am rooting for you. You have made me very proud.

It seems that only yesterday you were a baby, and now you are crossing one of life’s major milestones. Education is the stepping stone on the path to greatness, and you are well on your way. Remember to stop and enjoy the view, but never dally too long, there are mountains to climb. You, dear one, are among the best of mountaineers.

With much love,

Nana

Unique personalized Father’s Day gifts from way outside the box

Personalized Father’s Day gift ideas tend not to stray very far from a few major categories - sports, cars, tech gadgets and the alleged time-tested classic, neckties. But your choices for best personalized Father’s day gifts shouldn’t be determined by what a huge, faceless corporation tells you Dad wants.

The best Father’s Day gift idea should really come from a thoughtful look at what Dad would want

A truly unique Father’s Day gift is one that combines equal parts of insight and class. In other words, Dad doesn’t need any more tacky ties and another pricey sleeve of golf balls is going to end up in any number of water hazards at golf courses near you.

Think beyond the familiar and you might find that the best father’s day gift idea could be unique personalized stationery - everything from high-tech, classically-styled pens to high-quality calling cards and versatile, personalized notepads.

The chances of coming up with a truly unique personalized Father’s Day gift idea for Dad are pretty good when you consider all of the options personalized stationery affords.

Pens and pads are the tip of the iceberg when looking for a unique Father’s Day gift idea:

Here are some ideas for Father’s Day. For more personalized  gift ideas for Dad visit our Personalized Gifts for Him section.

• Personalized Eco-Friendly Tablet Sets - 7 environmentally friendly tablets with your Father’s name and the flat print ink color of your choice; 4 different sizes



• Single-line, personal embossed note cards - add your Dad’s name to make Father’s Day specific customized note cards



• Personalized Calling Cards - surprise your Father with the dignity and deference of this simple but commanding calling card.



• Morph Picasso Malleable paper pad sculpture - features the Picasso c. Victoria Wonnacott image. Twist and shape the Morph pads into a desktop wonder-over and over again.



• Memo pad squares with holders - add your Dad’s name and a line of customized message for inspiration



• Family List Sheets with CrystalClear Holder - add a personalized note for your Father

Gifts for Father’s Day don’t have to be boring and obvious this year

Personalized Father’s Day gift ideas should be just that - personal. The best Father’s Day gift idea is the one that gives the Dads in your life something unexpected, useful and lasting. It’s no oil filter wrench or GPS navigation system, but personalized stationery might just be the most unique Father’s Day gift Dad will get this year.

Personalized college graduation gifts or unique high school graduation gift ideas embrace your graduate’s individuality!

It can be a wonderful way to send your graduate off to the world with a personal gift that helps them remember that they are different and special.  Envisaging a unique graduation gift idea for your college or high school grad doesn’t have to be a daunting task. Try thinking about what makes your graduate so special…

What gift do you give to a college graduate who has come so far and is finally moving on to the next stage of his or her life…only to be starting at square one again?   For a college graduate in particular, the idea of being a little fish in a big sea can be scary.  Especially when combined with the pressure of having to stand out and be different than everyone else.  Perhaps this quote can provide some relief for graduates…

“A graduation ceremony is an event where the commencement speaker tells thousands of students dressed in identical caps and gowns that “individuality” is the key to success.” ~Robert Orben

The irony lies in the fact that the college and high school graduates have a world of possibility in front of them and the challenge is to find their own personal niche.   To help them along their way, why not consider personalizing their high school or college graduation gift?

Unique college and high school graduate gift ideas with a useful purpose

Graduation gifts should be personal and serve a useful purpose. Personalized stationery supports both these goals.  Here are some ideas for gifts for the graduate:

• Personalized correspondence cards for interview thank you letters certainly make your graduate stand out!

  

• Notepad paper sculptures add a unique look to your graduate’s desk and won’t go unnoticed.

  

• Collegiate stationery/notepads serve as an effective way for graduates to start promoting themselves.

  

• Personalized graduation square pads will help them organize and remember all their appointments.

  

• Eco-friendly personalized stationery promotes an environmentally-conscious attitude that our high school and college graduates will appreciate.

  

You can try searching here for more ideas for gifts for the graduate.

Personalize your Graduation Gift with your own special message

Adding a quote or slogan to your graduation gift idea is an excellent way to convey an inspirational message or just a funny recollection.

Recently, a college graduate reminisced of how her father would always tell her, “Find a job you love and you’ll never have to work a day in your life.” Even when times were tough, she remembered her father’s words.  And now she makes sure to add this quote to her personal signature in all her memos to inspire others.

Fun personalization ideas for your gift

Consider personalizing your graduation gift with these quote ideas:

• “If you can imagine it, you can achieve it; if you can dream it, you can become it.”
• “Do not go where the path may lead, go instead where there is no path and leave a trail.”
• “Get a Job!”
• “No more freeloading!”
• “Shoot for the moon, even if you miss you’ll land among the stars.”
• “It takes courage to grow up and become who you really are.”

Personalizing your graduation gift with a quote will help your high school or college grad on their way to finding their individuality and realizing their personal success, while reminding them that you are always close.  Your personalized graduation gift provides an encouraging reminder of just how proud you are of your special graduate. Find more ideas for graduation quotes to use on your personalized gift on Thinkexist.com.

Make your gift standout with customized College and High School Graduate Gifts

Whether it’s a personal or comical message, your graduate will cherish your personalized gift idea for a long time.  It’s important that every graduate knows that there will be challenges in life after graduation, but like your unique college/high school graduation gift idea, they should remember that they are exceptional!

More than an interior design element, a writing desk carves out your intention and simplifies our lives

Back in simpler times, think Jane Eyre, Emily Dickinson or Laura Ingalls, both gentlemen and cultured women spent a good portion of their daily time working very seriously on the personal correspondences. Before the times of phones, computers and text messages, the act of writing to others was the primary form of communication especially when people lived far away from each other on country estates.  The arrival of the post was met with much anticipation and replying to the daily letters was a social responsibility of any cultured individual. 

Granted those days are long gone, but the writing desk is one aspect of those simpler times that really could use a good strong come back.

While you might not have a whole bunch of “personal correspondence” to reply to or a great novel to pen, bring back the writing desk allows you to have a designated area to keep track of your bills and write out checks, or quietly relax and read the paper or talk on the phone, organize household chores like coupons and rebates, or even to sit down and make a “honey do” list for your family. If you are a writer, or keep a journal, then having a place just for that activity helps calm you down and stay true to your task. What the writing desk does is denote the seriousness of your time and effort, and if you train them correctly, over time, other family members may even learn not to disturbed you when you are “working at your desk”.

An area dedicated to the calming practice of writing is not only a nice concept, but an attractive home design element. A writing desk can be tucked into a seldom used corner of a dining room, or a foyer, or a bedroom.  You can transform the look of a corner from dead, useless space, to an active and necessary part of your home. Plus the writing desk itself bespeaks of a quiet elegance and a nod to tradition.

There are many different styles and types of writing desks to choose from. From a big traditional banker’s desk to the Hepplewhite ladies secretary; from a tambour roll top desk to a modern glass and steel artifact; there is a wealth of furniture designs and prices to choose from. Plus, almost any table like piece of furniture can be turned into a writing desk just by the intent and the necessary desk objects.

Things to consider when planning your writing desk:

You will need a comfortable chair: Whether the chair itself is always at the desk, or maybe stored along side in a narrow area, a simple straight back chair will do or a more padded office type model, the choice is yours.

A suitable surface to write one such as a desk blotter or tablet: If you are really going to use the desk to write out things with a pen and paper, then a smooth and giving surface allows a smoother hand to your writing. Glass can be sued if you wished to protect a wood top on the desk, but then a desk blotter allows the pen to have some “give” on the glass.

Treat yourself to some fine writing implements: There is nothing like a well made pen. Granted we all have tons of freebees that we have no idea where they came from and the lovely standard Bic ballpoints, but a smooth clean hand not only makes writing a pleasure, but even the worse chicken scratch looks nicer with quality ink. Consider a higher quality gel writer, a fine jeweled ballpoint or even a fountain pen.  Stock up on a few different kinds until you find a clear favorite.

Attractive Desk Accessories: Having a tray to keep you mail in, a special box for stamps, a pencil cup or two, a box for paper clips, and more allows you to personalize your writing desk in a way that is perfect for you. While you can go out and buy all new matching desk accessories, we love the eclectic look of mismatched found objects choose both for their utilitarian purposes and their pure good looks. Consider a chipped teacup with a lovely pattern for paperclips, something attractive and functional as a notepad, a small decorative silver box for stamps, a pretty vase to hold your pencils.

Quality Stationery: We, of course, could not leave it out, but really, you have to write on something! Just as a good pen will improve the quality of the look and feel, a beautiful set of stationery will also denote the importance of both your time at the desk and the words which you write. Consider a set like our Monogram Personalized Stationery Wardrobe; sitting on your desk, envelopes waiting in a pretty box, pen in hand with a hot cup of tea or a nice glass of wine at hand.

Bringing back your own personal writing desk allows you to take some time out of your hectic life for yourself and the things that matter to you.

Plus, if you do write the great American Novel, your writing desk might get auctioned off just like Charles Dickens’ writing desk or end up in a museum someplace under glass with your name on it.

Not too bad for a quiet corner of your own.

Administrative Professionals Day, formerly called Secretary’s Day, is right around the corner!

 
Is April 22 marked as a special day on your calendar? If you work in any professional capacity in any office type of situation, the chances are not only the day should be marked, but the whole week should be given a little bit of extra attention.

Administrative Professionals Day formerly known as Secretary’s Day is an unofficial secular holiday observed on the Wednesday of the last full week of April and this year it falls on April 22^nd. The whole week is actually the annually observed Administrative Professionals Week to recognize the work of secretaries, administrative assistants, receptionists, and other administrative support professionals.

As stated, a great majority of people who work in an office either fall under one of these job descriptions of work closely with someone who does and really, whose constant assistance and skills make your work day a heck of a lot easier all throughout the year. It’s a rather nice gesture to not only be aware of the day, but to acknowledge those who are your right hand helpers. Everyone does like to be acknowledged and appreciated, so this holiday provides a nice change to thank those who make our lives easier.

Over the years, Administrative Professionals Week has become one of the largest workplace observances. The day is often celebrated by giving one’s assistant such gifts as flowers, candy, trinkets, lunch at a restaurant, gifts, or time off. 

At Giftsin24, we have a nice selection of personalized gifts that can demonstrate a deep level of appreciation and caring:

Our MonteVerde Medalia Neck magnetic Pink Ballpoint Pen shows a perfection combination of function and form. Since pink is not for everyone, we have plenty of other beautiful MonteVerde pens to select from.

Other “working” desk type gifts, such as our “Bachelor Pad” cherry wood desk note pad looks professional and is much more appreciative than a pile of scrape paper. For a more casual approach, we also have a fun selection of “Morph Sculptural” note pads to choose from.

If your worker is not just a busy bee, but say a Georgia Tech fan, may we suggest our Georgia Tech Collegiate Note Cards. Of course, we have a full section of other popular varsity note card and stationery sets to choose from which are also a really great idea for a graduation gifts!

Or how about our classicand traditional customized monogrammed notes  Or something like our classic Bordered Note card which also falls under our free printed return address envelope promotion.

Receiving a gift that is personalized can help demonstrate to the recipient that the gift was really thought about and planned for.

Whether you have never heard of the day before, or even if you wait until the last minute, there is still time to purchase a gift of appreciation for the professional assistants in your life. With our onsite printing facilities, even if you choose to present personalized stationery, the majority of our products are created and shipped out within 24 hours. Or you might want to print out this blog post and leave it around the office as a hint to your own boss.

No matter what you choose to do mark the date and spread the word because cranky underappreciated and feeling undervalued co-workers are not positive in any office.