Make Shift Happen: Be More, Do More, Have More Success

Story from Printing Impressions. Originally posted on January 10, 2022, 2:02 pm.

After many adversities, including being placed in foster care at a young age and losing his NFL career to an… Read the full story on Printing Impressions.

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The Target Report: As Some Printing Consolidators Grow Up, A New Crop Springs Up

Story from Printing Impressions. Originally posted on January 10, 2022, 1:38 pm.

As printing industry consolidators grow, merge, fail, sell out, or otherwise exit the playing field for the acquisition of lower… Read the full story on Printing Impressions.

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Does This Look Like Sales Prospecting?

Story from Printing Impressions. Originally posted on January 10, 2022, 12:31 pm.

Sitting back in your chair, feet up, talking on the phone might not look like the picture of good sales… Read the full story on Printing Impressions.

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Reverse the Curse – Predict the Predictable

Story from Printing Impressions. Originally posted on January 10, 2022, 12:29 pm.

There are two types of events that occur in business operations: predictable events and unpredictable events — the latter creates… Read the full story on Printing Impressions.

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Brand iQ Software Transforms Leading UK Printer; Is Now Available to US Printers

Story from Printing Impressions. Originally posted on January 10, 2022, 12:24 pm.

Manroland USA and Canada is bringing the same Brand iQ software to printers in the U.S. and Canada in 2022…. Read the full story on Printing Impressions.

Reentry: Why Nothing—Sales, Health, Relationships—Is Ever Truly Lost

Story from Printing Impressions. Originally posted on January 3, 2022, 2:17 pm.

That awesome customer you lost isn’t lost forever. The brilliant employee or inspiring manager hasn’t forgotten you. And your terrific… Read the full story on Printing Impressions.

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Take Authority Over Business Operations

Story from Printing Impressions. Originally posted on January 3, 2022, 2:15 pm.

There are three ways for owners to take authority over business operations. However, only one of these is an effective… Read the full story on Printing Impressions.

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Discard Annualized Thinking

Story from Printing Impressions. Originally posted on January 3, 2022, 2:11 pm.

One of the biggest barriers to high performance is annualized thinking. Annualized thinking is the unspoken belief that there is… Read the full story on Printing Impressions.

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How 95-Year-Old City Blue Imaging Reset Its Business Model After Its Plant Burned Down

Story from Printing Impressions. Originally posted on January 3, 2022, 1:49 pm.

John Mealey, President of City Blue Imaging in Rochester, New York, describes how his venerable printing operation responded to the… Read the full story on Printing Impressions.

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Think Small, Then Smaller: 2022 Goals for Print Salespeople

Story from Printing Impressions. Originally posted on January 3, 2022, 1:28 pm.

On Jan. 3, you cannot possibly see far enough into the future to make big goals and expect to keep… Read the full story on Printing Impressions.

The Year that Was (2021)

Story from Printing Impressions. Originally posted on December 23, 2021, 2:18 pm.

On this episode of The Week that Was, we explore some of the biggest headlines from 2021, as determined by… Read the full story on Printing Impressions.

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Understanding EBITDA Multiples

Story from Printing Impressions. Originally posted on December 23, 2021, 12:47 pm.

Because buyers of businesses in almost all industries use multiples of EBITDA to determine value, selling owners should make certain… Read the full story on Printing Impressions.

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PaperSpecs Presents: Indy 500 Watch Party Kits and Invitations

Story from Printing Impressions. Originally posted on December 23, 2021, 12:39 pm.

While Applied Underwriters transformed its Indianapolis 500 watch party into a virtual event due to COVID, the global risk management… Read the full story on Printing Impressions.

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Plum Grove Announces $4M Expansion and New Facility

Story from Printing Impressions. Originally posted on December 23, 2021, 12:36 pm.

Plum Grove Inc.’s move to McHenry County, Illinois, and investment in state-of-the-art printing equipment support its continued growth…. Read the full story on Printing Impressions.

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CJK Group Acquires Tweddle Group

Story from Printing Impressions. Originally posted on December 23, 2021, 12:36 pm.

CJK Group announced that it has acquired Tweddle Group, a provider of one-stop product support service to a broad array… Read the full story on Printing Impressions.

BillerudKorsnäs to Acquire Verso to Drive Paperboard Growth and Expansion into North America

Story from Printing Impressions. Originally posted on December 20, 2021, 2:07 pm.

BillerudKorsnäs entered into a merger agreement to acquire Verso Corporation for a purchase price of approximately $825 million in cash…. Read the full story on Printing Impressions.

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Quad Completes Sale of Former Oklahoma City and Fernley Manufacturing Facilities

Story from Printing Impressions. Originally posted on December 20, 2021, 1:55 pm.

Quad has completed the sale of its former Oklahoma City and Fernley, Nevada, manufacturing facilities to affiliates of Industrial Realty… Read the full story on Printing Impressions.

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SCREEN Americas Creates New Leadership Role

Story from Printing Impressions. Originally posted on December 20, 2021, 1:52 pm.

SCREEN Americas announced the promotion of Paul Chandonnet to VP of sales for the company’s High-Speed Inkjet Solutions division, a… Read the full story on Printing Impressions.

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The First Komori G37 Installed in the US ‘Makes Printing Fun Again’ for Print Solutions

Story from Printing Impressions. Originally posted on December 20, 2021, 1:42 pm.

Print Solutions, originally founded as the Fifth Avenue Printing Company in 1970, installed a five-color Komori Lithrone G37, making it… Read the full story on Printing Impressions.

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Confronting the Author of Confusion

Story from Printing Impressions. Originally posted on December 20, 2021, 1:25 pm.

Confronting the “author of confusion” head-on, can be intimidating, even scary! Not surprisingly, this mysterious unwelcome visitor seem… Read the full story on Printing Impressions.

For the Love of Bacon and Innovation

Story from Printing Impressions. Originally posted on December 13, 2021, 12:34 pm.

Matthew Rooda solved a major issue for hog farmers through starting SwineTech. He raised more than $6 million in venture… Read the full story on Printing Impressions.

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Solimar Systems Releases New Security Features and Advanced Mailing Capabilities

Story from Printing Impressions. Originally posted on December 13, 2021, 12:25 pm.

A significant enhancement featured in these latest versions is the ability to track individual mailpieces to delivery via USPS. The… Read the full story on Printing Impressions.

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Impact Expands Its Capability and Capacity in the Color Inkjet Digital Printing World

Story from Printing Impressions. Originally posted on December 13, 2021, 12:12 pm.

Impact responds to recent record sales performance by expanding its capabilities with three new digital printing presses. The added capacit… Read the full story on Printing Impressions.

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Production Inkjet Press Adoption Is Gaining Ground Across Printing and Packaging Segments

Story from Printing Impressions. Originally posted on December 13, 2021, 11:12 am.

The printing and packaging industries are benefiting from an influx of digital printing platforms and technologies. High-speed, continuous-f… Read the full story on Printing Impressions.

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Four 2022 Sales Goals for Your Printing Business

Story from Printing Impressions. Originally posted on December 13, 2021, 11:06 am.

Put any thought into 2022? Bill has. In fact, if you want to save some time, take the advice in… Read the full story on Printing Impressions.

A Place Called THERE

Story from Printing Impressions. Originally posted on December 6, 2021, 3:19 pm.

Believe it or not, there IS a place called THERE! For years, many small printing business owners have shared with… Read the full story on Printing Impressions.

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The Anti-Diet Diet: Goodbye Diet Culture, Hello Sustainable Health

Story from Printing Impressions. Originally posted on December 6, 2021, 3:18 pm.

Emily Hochman, a Forbes 30 Under 30 entrepreneur, has redefined “dieting” through Wellory, an app that helps people make healthier… Read the full story on Printing Impressions.

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How Bob Makes Six Sales Calls a Day

Story from Printing Impressions. Originally posted on December 6, 2021, 3:16 pm.

Three weeks ago, Bob was a time management train wreck. Last week on a Sales Vault workshop, he was a… Read the full story on Printing Impressions.

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Harvey Levenson: The Reverse Pyramid — Thinking Upside Down Leads to Success

Story from Printing Impressions. Originally posted on December 6, 2021, 3:13 pm.

This story is excerpted from one that appears in the flagship edition of the “Ben Franklin Honor Society Book of… Read the full story on Printing Impressions.

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Enfocus Releases Switch 2021 Fall Platform Update

Story from Printing Impressions. Originally posted on December 6, 2021, 3:09 pm.

Enfocus announced Switch 2021 Fall, a platform update that comes with improved performance, Submit Point UX updates, and scripting additions… Read the full story on Printing Impressions.

Slate Group’s Innovative Spirit Reflected in Investments and Opportunities

Story from Printing Impressions. Originally posted on November 29, 2021, 2:52 pm.

Trey Laverty, director of sales and marketing for Slate Group, a 2021 Innovator of the Year, shares what motivates the… Read the full story on Printing Impressions.

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Two-Track Immersive Event Highlights the Power of Print Marketing and High-Impact Packaging

Story from Printing Impressions. Originally posted on November 29, 2021, 2:26 pm.

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How to Avoid 4 Common Mistakes: Franchising Advice From Rick Del Sontro

Story from Printing Impressions. Originally posted on November 29, 2021, 2:21 pm.

Rick Del Sontro offers expert advice on franchising, including what investors are looking for and common struggles to avoid in… Read the full story on Printing Impressions.

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How Long Will You Hesitate Between Two Opinions?

Story from Printing Impressions. Originally posted on November 29, 2021, 2:15 pm.

A book on systematic organization for small businesses brought me face-to-face with a dilemma. How long was I going to… Read the full story on Printing Impressions.

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Knocking Off Another Graphic Designer’s Work and Why You Should Never Do It

Story from Printing Impressions. Originally posted on November 29, 2021, 2:12 pm.

It may seem obvious that copying other people’s designs is wrong, yet sometimes print customers do make a request to… Read the full story on Printing Impressions.

Wide-Format Printing: Destined to Grow With Ever-More Applications

Story from Printing Impressions. Originally posted on November 22, 2021, 2:41 pm.

Predicted to reach a volume of US$11.2 billion by 2025 (Markets and Markets), the wide-format printing market is mature, but… Read the full story on Printing Impressions.

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Keys to Dataflow Inc.’s Success Includes Eight Locations, Combined with Robust W2P Platform, Signage Division, and More

Story from Printing Impressions. Originally posted on November 22, 2021, 2:38 pm.

Dan Zimmerman, President and CEO of Dataflow, Inc., in Binghamton, New York, discusses his printing company’s growth into multiple verticals… Read the full story on Printing Impressions.

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Ben Franklin Honor Society Publishes ‘Book of Wisdom’ Supplement

Story from Printing Impressions. Originally posted on November 22, 2021, 2:11 pm.

PRINTING United Alliance’s Ben Franklin Honor Society announced the release of the 98-page Book of Wisdom supplement, which includes nine… Read the full story on Printing Impressions.

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We Will Refund Your Misery

Story from Printing Impressions. Originally posted on November 22, 2021, 1:55 pm.

Take a few minutes to consider business process systemization. If you don’t like what you read here, we will refund… Read the full story on Printing Impressions.

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Revolutionizing Mental Health With MyWellbeing CEO Alyssa Petersel

Story from Printing Impressions. Originally posted on November 22, 2021, 1:48 pm.

As founder and CEO of MyWellbeing, Petersel is committed to creating mental health awareness and making the process of connecting… Read the full story on Printing Impressions.

National Apprenticeship Week: Printing Industry Can Help Solve Labor Shortage by Attracting More Young Workers

Story from Printing Impressions. Originally posted on November 15, 2021, 2:18 pm.

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Mind, Body and Brownies: The Relentless Pursuit of Success Featuring CEO Josh York

Story from Printing Impressions. Originally posted on November 15, 2021, 1:53 pm.

“When you build a growth mindset, a resilient mindset, it allows you to literally just push through every challenge in… Read the full story on Printing Impressions.

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Prepare for Next Week, This Week

Story from Printing Impressions. Originally posted on November 15, 2021, 1:52 pm.

Most of us sales reps work well in a chaotic environment. But, how do you make the most of your… Read the full story on Printing Impressions.

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BlueCrest Acquires Fluence Automation

Story from Printing Impressions. Originally posted on November 15, 2021, 1:50 pm.

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PCI Hosts Grand Opening at Regional Site: New Print and Mail Production Facility in San Antonio

Story from Printing Impressions. Originally posted on November 15, 2021, 1:44 pm.

Postal Center International announced the official opening of its new facility with a ribbon cutting ceremony. The new location will… Read the full story on Printing Impressions.

How The Chive Founders Built an Empire and Started a Business With Bill Murray

Story from Printing Impressions. Originally posted on November 8, 2021, 2:02 pm.

Leo Resig is co-founder of the well-known lifestyle and comedy website The Chive and creates popular apparel such as “Keep… Read the full story on Printing Impressions.

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Book Publisher Sourcebooks Sends Eight Associates to Worzalla’s ‘Print University’

Story from Printing Impressions. Originally posted on November 8, 2021, 1:38 pm.

To better collaborate with their publishing partners, Worzalla hosted another edition of its ‘Print University’ where they welcomed eight as… Read the full story on Printing Impressions.

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PRINTING United Alliance Academy Celebrates Newest Inductees and Award Recipients

Story from Printing Impressions. Originally posted on November 8, 2021, 1:34 pm.

A virtual ceremony will be held on Wednesday, Nov. 10, at 11 a.m. EST to welcome the newest inductees to… Read the full story on Printing Impressions.

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Atlantic Packaging Saves Labor and Makeready with Lithec LithoFlash Camera Inspection System

Story from Printing Impressions. Originally posted on November 8, 2021, 12:26 pm.

Atlantic Packaging’s focus on sustainability has led to the to the decision to invest in a Lithec LithoFlash. This retrofittable… Read the full story on Printing Impressions.

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Pebble Paper Is Here! This Is What It Means for Inkjet Printing

Story from Printing Impressions. Originally posted on November 8, 2021, 12:23 pm.

Hunter Bliss introduces Pebble Paper, an updated version of stone paper material, made of 80% calcium carbonate and 20% HDPE…. Read the full story on Printing Impressions.