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It's that time of the season. We're excited for all the future food we want to indulge in, but we have the pressure of gift purchases left to make. Let us help you generate gift ideas for the holiday season! By: Stephanie Lopez Leave it to Leisure Since last year, the want for ultimate comfort became so common that wearing leisure items were also acceptable when going outdoors. Engaging in self-care and ultimate comfort has been encouraged recently since working from home became the norm. People love receiving items they can use when they want to unwind. Items like blankets or robes are timeless. They are always needed and always used! Take it to a new level by gifting a blanket hoodie that can be lounged in during the winter months whether it's indoors or at the next sporting event. Gifting some wine tumblers or whiskey glasses with a meat and cheese board from Maple Ridge Farms is also a nice gift for people to enjoy during the holiday months. Trending in Tech Year after ...

Tailgating we have missed you! A year with no spectators at sports events really makes you appreciate all the things we were unable to do. Now that tailgating is returning, here are items we expect to see out on the parking lots! The great thing is that a lot of these items can be found in the university's spirit store.  By: Stephanie Lopez The set-up Setting the scene is important. You want to have all the things required to show your school spirit. Avoid the hot sun by setting up your branded canopy . The great thing is they come in so many different colors and can easily match your school colors. Not a fan of sitting on the tailgate? Folding chairs are an outdoor must-have, especially if you are repping your school's logo. It's not a tailgate party without some tunes! A good Bluetooth speaker with long battery power can make or break your tailgates. Maximize the space under your tent by using this 2-in-1 Bluetooth speaker cooler . Once fall has started, get ready for co...

As travel is inching towards normalcy, people are becoming eager to travel to new and exciting places. Some people never stopped traveling because their jobs still required them to. Either way, if you are out of practice or not, let's recap on what you shouldn't forget on your next trip! By: Stephanie Lopez An item that can be overlooked are luggage tags . While it seems like something as small and simple, buying one once will last you a long time. Instead of using the paper tags the airport provides that are prone to being ripped off, having a sturdy luggage tag is a one-time purchase that will help if something as unfortunate as your bag getting lost, will help. Another essential item would be a reusable water bottle . Security doesn't allow you to pass any liquids that are greater than 3.4 oz. But once you have passed security you can refill your water bottle and avoid paying for a bottled water. Not to mention how ridiculous prices are inside the airport for a b...

Summer is just around the corner. It is about that time when planning takes place for any upcoming festivals, outdoor events, fundraisers and more! Plan with ease by making sure you include these items at your next event. By: Stephanie Lopez Spread Cheer, Not Germs More than ever, everyone has become extra cautious about spreading germs. Make sure your guests at your event have hand sanitizer readily available to them. A great way to ensure people are constantly reminded to sanitize their hands is by having several hand sanitizing stations around. Since they are battery operated, there is no hassle in trying to hide any wires and they can be displayed just about anywhere. The hand sanitizing station is also automatic, so with a wave of your hand, you can dispense hand sanitizer. The best part is that it is reusable! Even after your event you will get so much use out of this item. Check out more details on this Hand sanitizer station. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NwYKLmAKO9g Say Chee...

  By: Stephanie Lopez     Spring is here and it is time to adjust to warmer days. The switch from the cold blue tinted atmosphere can sometimes drag on for a little too long. Day light savings time has begun and it's time to make use of that extra hour of daylight. Room to Grow      The spring is prime time when trying to develop your green thumb. Ensuring you have all the right materials is crucial when starting your planting journey. You can't go wrong with gardening essentials like these gloves that can help you tidy up your garden of weeds or when pulling out produce. Not that advanced yet? Start with something small like some of these indoor plants! These are perfect to have at the office or in your kitchen. (Its magnetic and suction cup backing can stick almost anywhere!) Grow your own herbs like parsley, cilantro, dill, basil, mint and so many others! This ceramic planter set goes perfect with any decor! Whether it's on or by your desk, in your bedro...

     Voice marketing has been steadily growing popular over the years. Consumers are constantly engaging with new brands, products, and businesses through other forms of media besides your typical social media platforms. Since the start of the nationwide lockdown in March of 2020, there has been a growth in the number of podcasts available online. So, we are going to dive into how podcasts can positively impact your business as well as a new app that has been making its way up the charts in the app store. By: Stephanie Lopez       Podcasts are a great way to engage with your customers on another level. Some people may not always have the time to browse through social media. That is when podcasts become appealing as it allows the user to play the podcast while they are going about their day. A podcast can be a great way for your customers to get further insight on who your company is. 1 in 3 people listen to podcasts and on average, people spend about...

     "New year, new me." The infamous phrase that follows every new year. How many times have we set several goals for ourselves to complete in a year and find ourselves disappointed by the results or lack of? Planning out your goals instead of making a list and hoping you follow through on your promises is not enough. Let us dive in on what can help you become a step closer in achieving those goals. By: Stephanie Lopez      The top New Year's resolution is a combination of exercising more, losing weight, or eating healthy. We see this every year, gyms promote their special rates, retail stores move their fitness apparel and gadgets to the front of the store, and grocery stores advocate for healthy meals and storage containers for meal prepping. The problem when we start these goals is, we want to achieve them so quickly that we burn out within the first 20 days. Set smaller goals within your resolutions to make sure it is something to continue for the rest...