Coach's Corner
by Fred Albrecht

It was another great month for sales in September maintaining our 10% increase in booked sales. October is starting off with a record commission week with more reps earning more commissions than any other week in our history. I am also proud to announce that Suzie has been named one of the industry's 24 "Best Bosses" as nominated by one of our employees and voted on by "PPB Magazine", the complete article will appear in the October issue. Naturally, I always knew she was MY Best Boss but now I guess I have to share my secret with the rest of the industry. Seriously, Suzie works harder than any executive I know to ensure all of our employees and sales reps are respected and recognized as they so well deserve. While one might think she is "behind the scenes" working her magic, nothing could be further than the truth when it comes to making sure everything in the office is running smoothly and all of our employees have everything they need to be successful every day.

 

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Suzette Albrecht - Name One of 2013 PPB's 24 Best Bosses!

Good managers may be hard to find, but the promotional products industry has plenty. The 24 PPB Best Bosses of 2013 reveal their secrets to managing skillfully and winning their subordinates' respect. The 24 individuals were recommended by their direct reports and selected by an in-house panel from more than 70 nominations in PPB's annual recognition program.

Congratulations to our very own Suzette Albrecht for winning this honor, she was nominated by Chris Gross.

Suzette is quoted as saying:

"I believe that the most important thing I can do for my employees is to let them know that I respect them and the job that they do for our company," says best boss Suzette Albrecht, president of Milford, Ohio-based distributor firm
Albrecht & Co. (UPIC: ALBRECHT). "The second most important thing is to show them appreciation. Everyone's opinion is important and valued. I talk to all of our employees frequently and listen to their recommendations as well as give them positive feedback and recognition."
 
Fall Apparel Specials

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Lamy Pens from Gemline
Lamy Pens from Gemline
Video of the Week
Gemline presents Lamy Pens

This season, we are proud to introduce our partnership with Lamy.  Known for its timeless, modern designs, Lamy is regarded as a global pioneer of top-quality branded writing instruments. A perfect complement to our broad selection of padfolios and Moleskine notebooks, Lamy is an excellent choice for gift-giving this holiday season!

Watch our new video, featuring our assortment of 14 sleek and sophisticated Lamy pens. 

 
Holiday Specials from Parker Pens

Autumn is here! It's time to get your customers thinking about Holiday and Recognitions gifts. What better item than a Parker Pen. Holiday prices are attached and good through the end of the year. 
     
A few fun facts about Parker Pens:

 -1888 George Parker establishes the Parker Pen Company
***Happy 125th Birthday Parker Pen**

-The name Parker is a household word and synonymous with fine pens.

-Through the 20th century Parker pens forged a reputation for quality writing instruments that continues today through the 21st century.

-Parker is the most used Presidential Pen

-One of Lady Bird Johnson's daily duties was to fill Lyndon's Parker 51 with ink each morning while he was getting dressed.

-Ernest Hemingway wrote his famous novel "For whom the bell tolls" with a Parker Pen

-When Parker Pen marketed their ballpoint pens in Mexico, the headline of the advertisement was supposed to read, "It won't leak in your pocket and embarrass you." BUT, they mistakenly used the Spanish word  "embarazar",
thinking it meant embarrass, the translated advertisement read as "It won't leak in your pocket and make you pregnant" :-)

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Sterling Cut Glass

Check out these collections of glassware with custom packaging.
Great ideas for holiday gift giving.

Four Easy Steps To Creating A $70,000 Winning Presentation
Four Easy Steps To Creating A $70,000 Winning Presentation
THE PROFORMA SUCCESS VIDEO SERIES: FOUR EASY STEPS TO CREATING A $70,000 WINNING PRESENTATION

Follow-up with your prospects to find your next major sale! Terri Tolmack knew there were existing opportunities with a new prospect so she consistently marketed to them over an expanded time frame, regularly emailing, calling and sending direct mail pieces. Her persistence paid off when she received the opportunity to participate in a Request for Proposal (RFP). With the help of the Support Center's Creative Services program, Terri developed a presentation
that exceeded the prospect's expectations and led to a $70,000 sale!

Terri's work with her new client continues to grow, as should your efforts to prospect and increase your sales through creative solutions! For help in developing innovative ideas that meet and exceed your customers' needs, contact:

Jess Brandenburg, Marketing Specialist - Creative Services
(JBrandenburg@Proforma.com or ext. 2222)
FREE Bic Clic Stic Pens with Calendar Purchase Offer

 

 
Buy any Triumph Calendar, and receive an equal
quantity of Bic Clic Stic pens absoluetely FREE.
Includes all styles of calendars.
Your clients will love this offer!

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Check our these Holiday Specials from Leatherman
Vitronic Perfect Pair for October

 

You'll find our two new felt cut-out items on special this month.  A perfect
pair for October as Felt is Fall!!  Just take a look at all the felt found in retail currently!  This tote bag and accessory pouch make a great combo set for a higher perceived value holiday gift. Or, use as a repeat customer program for a salon or beauty store!   Best of all, both of these items are available for our FREE RUSH service.  Retail inspired design, at a promo price and delivered fast!!!

Here are a few details to remember about the program...
Vitronic will provide an offer with TWO Specially Priced items each month. Your customer can purchase one or both products.

This 30 day special FLYER is still designed to be an impulse purchase. We are still bringing a fresh product offering to the table! Most items were chosen with the season in mind and offer a wide range of price points. You will also see suggestions and ideas at the top of every flyer on how to promote the items that have your EXCLUSIVE special pricing for the month.

To keep your special pricing exclusive, we will run Perfect Pairs for a 30 day period. You will receive a fresh offer of TWO more products every month. Our computer will be programmed for 45 days from the start date to allow for late orders.

We value your support and will continue to bring you new programs so your business continues to grow!
EXPERIENCE Vitronic! Design ~ Solutions ~ Service

Thanks!
Rory Campbell
Regional Sales Manager
Vitronic Promotional Group
c : 513 407 2717
e : roryc@vitronicpromotional.com
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Custom Packaging

Packaging for truly unique products and promotions. Ideal for product tests, brand extensions and high end applications!

Have a unique idea? Call us today! We offer:

* Custom designs & concepts
* Specialty papers
* UV inks & coatings
* Multi-level & sculptured embossing
* Foil effects
* Lamination

 

Fred Albrecht
513-753-2580

Proforma Albrecht & Co.
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