Promotional advertising gifts often get a bad rap, but I’m a big fan. Why? Because who doesn’t love free stuff? I recently spent twelve dollars on three boxes of pens, a necessary expense for someone like me who always needs one on hand. It would have been great to save that money, but being penless is not an option.
That’s where promotional advertising gifts come in. Doctors’ offices, universities, and even temporary credit card stands are practically giving away pens. All it takes is a little effort to build a decent collection.
Here’s another reason I appreciate them, and it’s the opposite of wanting free things: civic duty. I believe in keeping our city clean, and that includes properly disposing of trash. So, I can grab that promotional poster, magnet, or paper visor and immediately deposit it in the nearest trash can. It’s a win-win.
While I have mixed feelings about advertising in general, promotional advertising gifts offer a unique silver lining.