New Year, Fresh Start
Many people choose to focus on their professional lives as they set goals for the coming year. As we head into 2023, we’d like to explore and creative ways to leverage your brand to help employees stay excited and motivated.
Introduction
New Year’s resolutions have a long history that dates back some 4,000 years ago. In modern times, New Year’s resolutions have become a common tradition in many cultures around the world, and people make resolutions for a variety of personal and professional reasons.
As we head into 2023, we’d like to explore and creative ways to leverage your brand to help employees stay excited and motivated.
Merchandise Trends
Fitness Tracking
Fitness tends to be at the top of the list when it comes to New Year’s resolutions. There are plenty of tech savvy promotional products that can help you achieve your goals. These devices can help track a person’s steps, calories burned, water consumption, and more!
Journals/Notebooks
For those who have made a resolution to practice gratitude or reflect on their goals, a notebook could be a helpful tool. Today, journals can be highly customized to make them feel unique to your company’s brand and messaging. Not only are they helpful for writing down thoughts and ideas, but they can serve as a fresh start to the new year.
Office Organization
While people are still working from home, organizing workspaces is always top of mind. These products have a wide variety of usage and price points. They also serve as a very neutral product that almost anyone can use. Great for encouraging people to stay productive and efficient.
Customized Calendars
A custom calendar is a great fit for those who have made a resolution to be more organized or to plan ahead. From a branding perspective, these can be a great way to showcase your company culture with photos of your teams, or value messaging.
Eco Friendly Products
Now more than ever, there are hundreds of eco-friendly product options. This theme could support those who made a resolution to reduce their plastic waste and become more environmentally friendly.
Helpful Tips For Resolutions
New Year's resolutions are a tradition, and many people choose to focus on their professional lives as they set goals for the coming year. If you're considering making some resolutions for your work life, here are a few ideas to get you started:
- Set specific, measurable goals: It's important to be specific and realistic when setting goals for yourself at work. Rather than resolving to "be more productive," try setting a specific goal, like "finish all tasks on my to-do list by the end of each day" or "attend one professional development conference this year."
- Improve your time management skills: Time management is a crucial aspect of professional success. Consider setting a goal to better manage your time, whether it's through time blocking, prioritizing tasks, or finding ways to streamline your workflow.
- Learn a new skill: Keep yourself relevant and in-demand by investing in your own professional development. Consider taking a course or earning a certification in a new area of expertise.
- Get organized: A cluttered desk and disorganized work environment can be a major drain on productivity. Make a resolution to get organized and streamline your work space. This might involve purging unnecessary items, setting up a filing system, or implementing a digital organization system.
- Improve your communication skills: Strong communication skills are essential in any professional setting. Consider setting a goal to improve your communication skills, whether it's through more effective writing, more confident public speaking, or better active listening.
- Build professional relationships: Strong professional relationships can lead to new opportunities and help you succeed in your career. Make a resolution to invest in your professional network by attending industry events, joining professional organizations, or simply making an effort to connect with colleagues and clients.
Whatever goals you set for yourself in the new year, be sure to track your progress and celebrate your wins along the way. With dedication and effort, you can achieve your professional resolutions and start the new year off on the right foot.
Get Started Started With Us
If you’re ready for a fresh start to 2023, consider partnering with us to help streamline your merchandise programs and reduce your time spent managing it. Our expert team would like to learn more about your business and your vision for 2023!
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