I can't believe it's September 1, 2010!
Holidays and year end are fast approaching
and you haven't thought about the holiday gifts for employees and clients.
That year end award for the best sales person & not to forget corporate apparel
to keep your name(Brand) out front.
Be more informed than your competition and know if the
person you are currently buying from keeps up on trends.
Come out today and see products to fit most of your needs
and find out whats new in USA made and Eco-Friendly.
Register as Guest of Linda Martin & Diamondback Promotions
The Annual
Arizona Promotional Product Trade Show
Where :Mesa Convention Center
263 North Center Street
Mesa, AZ 85201
Time 1PM- 4PM
Wednesday, September 01, 2010
Monday, July 12, 2010
Where did the last Six months go! Today is the 6 month anniversary of the Haiti Earthquake!
I am sure the time has not gone as fast for my friends in Haiti. Just watched a few minutes of Anderson Cooper talking with former President Bill Clinton about the issues on rebuilding and
bringing in supplies. I don't have the solution, however I find it hard to believe in this Internet age that things move so slow. I have several friends that have gone over in the last few months and find the conditions unbelievable. My friends come back and talk of the resilience of the people and that despite living on the ruble and rocks in tents ( it's hard to call some of the structures tents) they still smile and Worship God and even ask my friends how they are.
As we now have our own environmental Oil Spill issue in the Gulf, how many
people have lost jobs, lost businesses, become homeless. There should be solutions and people willing to try the solutions (alright they are trying once again today to cap the well.) Why does everything move like it is a slow motion movie or in some cases as if the pause button was pushed and someone left the room & forgot they had pushed pause.
When I look at my own needs they really seem insignificant!
My prayers go to the people of the world that are in the mist of chaos.
One solution each day we should all take a few moments and pray for
decisions to bring a relief to people in a lot of places in the world.
( the list of other problems would be too long for a blog)
I am sure the time has not gone as fast for my friends in Haiti. Just watched a few minutes of Anderson Cooper talking with former President Bill Clinton about the issues on rebuilding and
bringing in supplies. I don't have the solution, however I find it hard to believe in this Internet age that things move so slow. I have several friends that have gone over in the last few months and find the conditions unbelievable. My friends come back and talk of the resilience of the people and that despite living on the ruble and rocks in tents ( it's hard to call some of the structures tents) they still smile and Worship God and even ask my friends how they are.
As we now have our own environmental Oil Spill issue in the Gulf, how many
people have lost jobs, lost businesses, become homeless. There should be solutions and people willing to try the solutions (alright they are trying once again today to cap the well.) Why does everything move like it is a slow motion movie or in some cases as if the pause button was pushed and someone left the room & forgot they had pushed pause.
When I look at my own needs they really seem insignificant!
My prayers go to the people of the world that are in the mist of chaos.
One solution each day we should all take a few moments and pray for
decisions to bring a relief to people in a lot of places in the world.
( the list of other problems would be too long for a blog)
Tuesday, January 26, 2010
Watching CNN Anderson Cooper tonight I should think that I would have rejoiced that the T- shirt sewing operations had already reopened and people were back to work. However, when they gave the salary at $4.00 .... My mind went flying ahead until it invaded my brain, this is $4.00 a day and this is above the minimum wage for Haiti. That $4.00 a day is income for a household of 8 people.
I sell T-shirts as part of my promotional products business ......and of course I enjoy finding a great price for my clients, that is until it really invaded my mind that yes I am selling shirts and someone in Haiti has a sweat shop job.
I have respect for Dove Charney, the owner of American Apparel in Los Angeles because he
provides a respectful salary & benefits for his employees. Sure the cost of his products are more expensive.
I am sure there are many other types of business that take advantage of not just Haiti, but other impoverished nations.
Social Justice is needed! I do believe in a free market place and entrepreneur spirit.
I believe in education! I believe people perish because of lack of knowledge.
$4.00 a day and we look at Haiti and wonder why the people were living in shacks.
Do I have a solution? Maybe just maybe we should look at what we are willing to pay for
products.
American jobs have gone overseas and we have high unemployment.
Do I have the answers? Absolutely not!
Will Haiti be rebuild as the Jewel it once was or will the people be exploded even more.
I believe that the Haitians should be allowed to be part of the rebuilding efforts.
The needs are many and the opportunity is great. The need for doctors, nurses, dentist,health care workers, teachers, construction workers, architects, engineers. Those who have come to the US and other countries and received the education in the past 30 years. It is a Now moment
that you can return to Haiti and rebuild and provide the training and education to take Haiti out of poverty into prosperity.
People of Haiti you deserve Social Justice!
I sell T-shirts as part of my promotional products business ......and of course I enjoy finding a great price for my clients, that is until it really invaded my mind that yes I am selling shirts and someone in Haiti has a sweat shop job.
I have respect for Dove Charney, the owner of American Apparel in Los Angeles because he
provides a respectful salary & benefits for his employees. Sure the cost of his products are more expensive.
I am sure there are many other types of business that take advantage of not just Haiti, but other impoverished nations.
Social Justice is needed! I do believe in a free market place and entrepreneur spirit.
I believe in education! I believe people perish because of lack of knowledge.
$4.00 a day and we look at Haiti and wonder why the people were living in shacks.
Do I have a solution? Maybe just maybe we should look at what we are willing to pay for
products.
American jobs have gone overseas and we have high unemployment.
Do I have the answers? Absolutely not!
Will Haiti be rebuild as the Jewel it once was or will the people be exploded even more.
I believe that the Haitians should be allowed to be part of the rebuilding efforts.
The needs are many and the opportunity is great. The need for doctors, nurses, dentist,health care workers, teachers, construction workers, architects, engineers. Those who have come to the US and other countries and received the education in the past 30 years. It is a Now moment
that you can return to Haiti and rebuild and provide the training and education to take Haiti out of poverty into prosperity.
People of Haiti you deserve Social Justice!
Tuesday, January 19, 2010
Amazing, the people have a Voice! They went out in the snow & cold weather and they voted.
President Obama I hope you stop and look at the decisions you are making and how they will someday determine your daughters destiny and the American peoples. I know you want to make a impact, however Mr. President rushing into some decisions will cause Americans to feel as though they have no choices and these decisions will become your legacy.
I hope you will realize that the people have spoken in a state that you won by more than 25 points. We want change, but we want a voice in the change. I believe that you have a chance to be a bridge between 2 political parties and serve the people of the United States instead of a political party. You do work for us Mr. President and so do the senators and the congress. How about hearing our voices and our concerns.
President Obama I hope you stop and look at the decisions you are making and how they will someday determine your daughters destiny and the American peoples. I know you want to make a impact, however Mr. President rushing into some decisions will cause Americans to feel as though they have no choices and these decisions will become your legacy.
I hope you will realize that the people have spoken in a state that you won by more than 25 points. We want change, but we want a voice in the change. I believe that you have a chance to be a bridge between 2 political parties and serve the people of the United States instead of a political party. You do work for us Mr. President and so do the senators and the congress. How about hearing our voices and our concerns.
Wednesday, January 13, 2010
What about Haiti. Haiti has made news on other occasions, hurricanes, starving children and adults, high crime rates and extreme poverty.
Haiti you have captured our hearts with a Huge Earthquake.
We can no longer ignore your PAIN! As Katrina brought attention to New Orleans and hopefully
all disaster relief personnel have taken the lessons Katrina taught and will respond quickly to this situation.
The memorial to those who have lost their lives should be that this area is rebuilt in a speedy
fashion, with modern construction and technology, clean water ( as many deaths have been due to the substandard water and waste water treatment plants that were in place.
Cruise Ship lines if you have ships you are not using why not consider donating them to house
displaced people.
My prayer today is for the Rescue of people and for strenght for the workers that are trying to restore order.
Tonight in Phoenix at The RIVER of Life
we are having a Corporate Prayer for Haiti.
All that want to join in this The River is located at 4039 East Raymond St. Phoenix, AZ 85040.
May the World come together to help a hurting Island!
Haiti you have captured our hearts with a Huge Earthquake.
We can no longer ignore your PAIN! As Katrina brought attention to New Orleans and hopefully
all disaster relief personnel have taken the lessons Katrina taught and will respond quickly to this situation.
The memorial to those who have lost their lives should be that this area is rebuilt in a speedy
fashion, with modern construction and technology, clean water ( as many deaths have been due to the substandard water and waste water treatment plants that were in place.
Cruise Ship lines if you have ships you are not using why not consider donating them to house
displaced people.
My prayer today is for the Rescue of people and for strenght for the workers that are trying to restore order.
Tonight in Phoenix at The RIVER of Life
we are having a Corporate Prayer for Haiti.
All that want to join in this The River is located at 4039 East Raymond St. Phoenix, AZ 85040.
May the World come together to help a hurting Island!
Monday, January 11, 2010
Happy New Year to everyone. Was a very busy 4th quarter. Thanks to all my clients and my Networking friends for a great end to 2009. May prosperity be abundant in all of your lives in 2010. May you & yours have the best in health in 2010. May you receive all that God has for you and that you walk out the purpose God has for you.
Tuesday, September 01, 2009
Today is the Day
It's Arizona Promotional Products Association (http://www.AZZPA.org)
Annual Trade Show for the Clients that buy & use the promotional products
Hours 1 PM closes at 4Pm
visit my websites and print your invitation if you are a buyer or user of promotional products
It's Arizona Promotional Products Association (http://www.AZZPA.org)
Annual Trade Show for the Clients that buy & use the promotional products
Hours 1 PM closes at 4Pm
visit my websites and print your invitation if you are a buyer or user of promotional products
Friday, August 28, 2009
Thursday, August 06, 2009
By invitation only Arizona Promotional Product Association (AZPPA) Trade Show coming to Mesa, Arizona Mesa Convention Center September 2, 2009. If you don't have a Promotional Product Distributor that is a member of AZPPA or you are a client of my company. I would love to have you as my guest.
Click on the Trade Show Button & call or email me & I will register you & your guest.
There is also a link including in the Invitation. However I do need to know who has register and what Company or organization to approve my guest list with AZPPA.
Will talk more about the Show & who should go in a future Blogs.
Want more information Go to my websites
or
Click on the Trade Show Button & call or email me & I will register you & your guest.
There is also a link including in the Invitation. However I do need to know who has register and what Company or organization to approve my guest list with AZPPA.
Will talk more about the Show & who should go in a future Blogs.
Thursday, July 30, 2009
Where did July Go? Updating my Facebook, Twitter and Linkedin profiles and realized it's been a almost a month since I last wrote in my blog. Do you have a business then register for July's $1000 in free Promotional Products on my website http://www.diamondbackpromotions.com/
Introducing a new product Stainless Steel Water Bottle with a denim look. This would be great new item for fall to showcase your LOGO.
The denim is imprinted on the bottle and your logo would go on top of the denim look. This is one of my favorite suppliers, the quality of their products is excellent!
This is a great item for our environment. It's reusable!
This is a great time to order sweatshirts and Hanes products will be on sale in August.
Again don't forget to enter the $1000 drawing.
I've been in the promotional products sales since 1988. Got questions email or call me.
Also check out my new site http://www.promolady.com. Ask Promolady
( that would be Me ) what items to use for your next trade show, employee awards, golf tournament & more. I'm sure my friends in Seattle would agree lets get summer over & have some cooler days.
Thursday, July 02, 2009
To: All My Friends, Clients and Vendorsand
the Ipromoteu Staff
and
Since this is a Blog
also to the people I have yet to meet
As I woke up this morning to the news on the radio !!!
( Lot's of towns have canceled their fireworks for the 4Th )
A Tradition in USA since 1700's!
That has always been one of my favorite parts of the day.
I know the 4Th is not just about fireworks.
We have lost a lot more this year. The list would be too long for this Blog.
I hope that we all consider how we can change our country
back to the original intent of the founders. If each person
made a decision to return to the values and elected the people who do have integrity & moral values and dump the politicians who have no moral or ethical values; that would be a great start.
If each of us let people know we care about them & we began to listen instead of focusing on our thoughts ( I know I'm guilty on this one)
My prayers go out to the military people who are protecting our country, for the freedoms that we enjoy.
Celebrate the 4Th and then let's make this a better world!
Tuesday, June 30, 2009
Announcing that promolady.com (Linda Martin) finally has her own website.
Why the new site?
To provide a more client friendly environment.
This site is still under construction so visit often to see what's new!
Also let me know if you would like to receive my Newsletter.
Diamondbackpromotions.com is my main website and remember
to register there for $1000.00 drawing
( The Promotional Products Answer to a "Bailout")
Summer has arrived and it is time to look to Holiday Planning.
The promotional product business has changed,
our suppliers are no longer stocking as much inventory
and have discontinued some items.
I would suggest that to insure that the product is available &
in stock that you may choose to order early.
Arizona Promotional Products Association
Fall Trade Show is September 2,2009.
This is the place to SEE, Touch, and request samples and plan your 2010 purchases.
Call Linda at 602-454-2727 to register as her guest.
Have A Happy 4th of July!
Why the new site?
To provide a more client friendly environment.
This site is still under construction so visit often to see what's new!
Also let me know if you would like to receive my Newsletter.
Diamondbackpromotions.com is my main website and remember
to register there for $1000.00 drawing
( The Promotional Products Answer to a "Bailout")
Summer has arrived and it is time to look to Holiday Planning.
The promotional product business has changed,
our suppliers are no longer stocking as much inventory
and have discontinued some items.
I would suggest that to insure that the product is available &
in stock that you may choose to order early.
Arizona Promotional Products Association
Fall Trade Show is September 2,2009.
This is the place to SEE, Touch, and request samples and plan your 2010 purchases.
Call Linda at 602-454-2727 to register as her guest.
Have A Happy 4th of July!
Friday, April 03, 2009
The world we live in is changing. I have personally wanted to keep up with all that is happening.
That, I have discovered was and is impossible.
The last 3 months have gone by as fast as the changes. Our President today was telling other countries that we Americans need to change and they also need to have a change in attitude. As I watch our President in his presentations, He is selling all the time, and his audiences are as diverse as his presentation.
He is always on message! Yes we can ! and the need for Change!
I've been in Promotional Products sales for 20 + years. Not only is our world changing, so is the
Industry I'm involved in.
As our President presented the Queen a iPod ( something she already had),
My brain went into action ( I didn't) My thoughts were that as Promotional Products Consultant to the Our President, I would have done the research & developed a gift that there was
NO WAY even the Queen would have this Gift.
Promotional Products does not have to be a item that anyone can go out & buy retail, It can be a
unique gift that is from some of the fine crafts or artist community. Also, the Promotional Products vendors that produce the products for our clients have some incredible talent and can make almost anything.
A Unique GIFT
I think back to a time when I had a client request Engraved Silver Bars. I ended up going to a place that sold Gold & Silver & then took them to a engraver for personalization.
I decided in January that this Blog would be about Promotional Products and Creative Solutions using our Products.
I have a passion for the Economy & Politics and I'm sure from time to time, I will not be on the message of Promotional Products.
Today My Heart & My Prayers are with the families that lost a loved one in Binghamton, NY shootings & the families of the fallen Police Officers in Pittsburgh, PA.
That, I have discovered was and is impossible.
The last 3 months have gone by as fast as the changes. Our President today was telling other countries that we Americans need to change and they also need to have a change in attitude. As I watch our President in his presentations, He is selling all the time, and his audiences are as diverse as his presentation.
He is always on message! Yes we can ! and the need for Change!
I've been in Promotional Products sales for 20 + years. Not only is our world changing, so is the
Industry I'm involved in.
As our President presented the Queen a iPod ( something she already had),
My brain went into action ( I didn't) My thoughts were that as Promotional Products Consultant to the Our President, I would have done the research & developed a gift that there was
NO WAY even the Queen would have this Gift.
Promotional Products does not have to be a item that anyone can go out & buy retail, It can be a
unique gift that is from some of the fine crafts or artist community. Also, the Promotional Products vendors that produce the products for our clients have some incredible talent and can make almost anything.
A Unique GIFT
I think back to a time when I had a client request Engraved Silver Bars. I ended up going to a place that sold Gold & Silver & then took them to a engraver for personalization.
I decided in January that this Blog would be about Promotional Products and Creative Solutions using our Products.
I have a passion for the Economy & Politics and I'm sure from time to time, I will not be on the message of Promotional Products.
Today My Heart & My Prayers are with the families that lost a loved one in Binghamton, NY shootings & the families of the fallen Police Officers in Pittsburgh, PA.
I would like to encourage each of us to pray for the Nations, our President and our local Leaders.
The World will not recovery overnight & everyone needs to search their heart & look outside of their small world to make a difference in the World they can touch & reach.
Tuesday, December 02, 2008
Holiday Corporate Gifts
Elections is over as Georgia Votes today for a senator.
Our new President Elect Obama, is a man who is taking actions to be ready
on day 1.
Our Holiday Gift to our new president needs to be prayer
as he has a lot of things to face and they will all be there when he takes the oath
and gets the telephone he hopes he never has to use!
"Bail Outs" seems to be something everyone wants.
Well I can't give you a financial bail out.
However, I can save you money and on those Holiday Gifts.
Some items can ship within 24 hours and also you can talk to me or email me if you have questions. I have rescued a lot of clients on last minute projects in the past 20 years.
As a promotional products consultant we provide food gifts, crystal, electronics, pet gifts,holiday cards, and calendars. On some items the minimum is 1 item and on other items like coffee cups
the preferred minimum is 144 customized. check out my website for 300,000 + items http://www.diamondbackpromotions.com
Elections is over as Georgia Votes today for a senator.
Our new President Elect Obama, is a man who is taking actions to be ready
on day 1.
Our Holiday Gift to our new president needs to be prayer
as he has a lot of things to face and they will all be there when he takes the oath
and gets the telephone he hopes he never has to use!
"Bail Outs" seems to be something everyone wants.
Well I can't give you a financial bail out.
However, I can save you money and on those Holiday Gifts.
Some items can ship within 24 hours and also you can talk to me or email me if you have questions. I have rescued a lot of clients on last minute projects in the past 20 years.
As a promotional products consultant we provide food gifts, crystal, electronics, pet gifts,holiday cards, and calendars. On some items the minimum is 1 item and on other items like coffee cups
the preferred minimum is 144 customized. check out my website for 300,000 + items http://www.diamondbackpromotions.com
Monday, October 27, 2008
Don't Listen to the Media It is Not Over! GO VOTE
This Election is not just about The Presidential Election.
There are state & local candidates. ( Change needs to happen
we can not settle for the same, Our Great Country is on the
verge of becoming a Socialist Country.) YOUR VOTE COUNTS!
This has been a Media Campaign. More Information is Available to
us than at any other time in our history.
If you don't know the platforms & values of the candidates
go to websites that can provide information.
One such Arizona website is
http://www.votesmartaz.org/
Ratings Arizona Judges
http://azjudgesreview.blogspot.com/
Check out the Platforms of both McCain & Obama
http://www.johnmccain.com/
http://www.barakobama.com/
Let's use our Brains! VOTE! VOTE SMART, Because We Are SMART!
This Election is not just about The Presidential Election.
There are state & local candidates. ( Change needs to happen
we can not settle for the same, Our Great Country is on the
verge of becoming a Socialist Country.) YOUR VOTE COUNTS!
This has been a Media Campaign. More Information is Available to
us than at any other time in our history.
If you don't know the platforms & values of the candidates
go to websites that can provide information.
One such Arizona website is
http://www.votesmartaz.org/
Ratings Arizona Judges
http://azjudgesreview.blogspot.com/
Check out the Platforms of both McCain & Obama
http://www.johnmccain.com/
http://www.barakobama.com/
Let's use our Brains! VOTE! VOTE SMART, Because We Are SMART!
Friday, October 03, 2008
John McCain made the right decision for his V P
It is our turn to make the RIGHT decision on November 4th !
I believe John & Sarah are who we need to shake this Country out of a
big mess of corporate & personal greed & way too much government.
America had the chance to see a Lady who could be a President from Day1.
Sarah takes the Government Elite Speak & turns it into what the outsider
can understand.
Thank you John McCain for having the Guts to do the Right Thing!
Wall Street and the " Rescue Act" will be the topic of the day.
It is our turn to make the RIGHT decision on November 4th !
I believe John & Sarah are who we need to shake this Country out of a
big mess of corporate & personal greed & way too much government.
America had the chance to see a Lady who could be a President from Day1.
Sarah takes the Government Elite Speak & turns it into what the outsider
can understand.
Thank you John McCain for having the Guts to do the Right Thing!
Wall Street and the " Rescue Act" will be the topic of the day.
Thursday, October 02, 2008
V P Debate
Tonight we have the opportunity to see a debate between our V P candidates.
Here is the link to the government Bill that goes up to vote on Friday
http://answers.usa.gov/cgi-bin/gsa_ict.cfg/php/enduser/std_adp.php?p_faqid=8206&p_created=&p_sid=&p_lva=7230&p_sp=&p_li=&p_topview=1
Once on that site click & read the paragraph under title Answer
click on the words Similar Measure this will take to you to the link where
all the info on the bill is. Lots of info!
They have placed a ton of extra unrelated stuff in this bill.
Do I like it! NO! ( My Opinion Only) Do we need for Congress to pass it! Unfortunately that answer is Yes!
If they make more modifications, more stuff would probably be added.
Tonight we have the opportunity to see a debate between our V P candidates.
Here is the link to the government Bill that goes up to vote on Friday
http://answers.usa.gov/cgi-bin/gsa_ict.cfg/php/enduser/std_adp.php?p_faqid=8206&p_created=&p_sid=&p_lva=7230&p_sp=&p_li=&p_topview=1
Once on that site click & read the paragraph under title Answer
click on the words Similar Measure this will take to you to the link where
all the info on the bill is. Lots of info!
They have placed a ton of extra unrelated stuff in this bill.
Do I like it! NO! ( My Opinion Only) Do we need for Congress to pass it! Unfortunately that answer is Yes!
If they make more modifications, more stuff would probably be added.
Monday, September 29, 2008
Bail Out Bill Defeated Are There Alternatives Solutions
What is Mark To Marketing accounting that is used in Wall Street & could suspending this
rule for a few weeks bring relief to America's Banking, Mortgage & Wall Street problems.
I admit I have heard this term thrown out for the last few days on the various cable network shows.
I decided to Google the term & here's one link that is a definition.
http://www.businessdictionary.com/definition/mark-to-market.html
I admit that accounting isn't my favorite part of running a business, however it is necessary
part. I do Believe there are a lot of very knowledgeable & Smart people who have creative solutions to our current financial problems. It is time we the people become a part of the solution & not whine about the state of our economy.
What is Mark To Marketing accounting that is used in Wall Street & could suspending this
rule for a few weeks bring relief to America's Banking, Mortgage & Wall Street problems.
I admit I have heard this term thrown out for the last few days on the various cable network shows.
I decided to Google the term & here's one link that is a definition.
http://www.businessdictionary.com/definition/mark-to-market.html
I admit that accounting isn't my favorite part of running a business, however it is necessary
part. I do Believe there are a lot of very knowledgeable & Smart people who have creative solutions to our current financial problems. It is time we the people become a part of the solution & not whine about the state of our economy.
Upcoming Debates
Here's the site where you can ask a question of the Candidates
at a upcoming debate.
The link below is the Offical Debate's "my space"
http://www.myspace.com/mydebates
Here's the site where you can ask a question of the Candidates
at a upcoming debate.
The link below is the Offical Debate's "my space"
http://www.myspace.com/mydebates
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