Marketing with Burlington Press

Marketing with Burlington Press

Our blog and podcast offer print and marketing industry insights based on our 30+ years of experience. Located in Burlington, New Jersey, we provide a full range of print and marketing services including Graphic Design, Website Design & Managed Hosting, Content Writing, Political Marketing, Offset and Digital Printing, Custom Apparel, Promotional Products, Direct Mail, Warehousing & Print Fulfillment and so much more. #YesWeDoThat

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December 9, 2025 6 mins

If you own a business in New Jersey, chances are you have ordered something printed at least once. Maybe you needed business cards, a banner for an event, branded apparel, or a stack of brochures for an upcoming promotion. At some point you probably faced the classic dilemma. Should you order from a local print shop or use one of the big online printers that pop up in every search?

Both options have their place, but the right choic...

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When most people think about promotional products, they imagine pens, t-shirts, or maybe a reusable water bottle. These classics are familiar for a reason, but they only represent a small part of what branded merchandise can accomplish. The real value of promotional products often goes unnoticed. When you choose these items with intention, they become much more than simple giveaways. They can strengthen relationships, shape how peo...

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You’ve landed a qualified lead or secured a paying customer – congratulations! Now comes the tricky part: the follow-up. When should you reach out again? How often is too often? And how do you avoid sounding like that pushy salesperson everyone dreads?

It’s a fine balance. Follow up too quickly or too frequently, and you risk being dismissed as spam. Wait too long, and your prospect might forget you exist. Fortunately, there are pr...

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If you buy media, you know the feeling. Dashboards glow with impressions, reach, and view rates. But can you actually prove those numbers describe what real people saw and did? With the biggest digital platforms, the uncomfortable answer is often no. And courts, regulators, and independent audits keep revealing why.

Read more: https://burlingtonpress.com/2025/09/22/digital-ad-metrics-vs-direct-mail-trust/

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Nonprofit events are a lot of work. You book the venue, gather sponsors, plan the program, and spend weeks making sure every detail goes smoothly. When the night is over, you breathe a sigh of relief and maybe even celebrate a little. But here’s the truth: the event itself is only half the job. The real opportunity begins after the last guest leaves.

Read more: https://burlingtonpress.com/2025/09/15/nonprofit-event-donor-conversion...

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If you’re deciding where your next marketing dollar should go, compare how each channel actually performs. Facebook ads can be noisy, crowded, and increasingly expensive. Direct mail, on the other hand, is tangible, targeted, and, when done right, remarkably effective. Here are five evidence-backed reasons direct mail is often the smarter bet than Facebook ads.

Read more: https://burlingtonpress.com/2025/09/10/direct-mail-vs-facebo...

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Digital is noisy. Voters are skeptical. And attention is scarce. In that environment, direct mail earns a spot in every serious campaign plan because it is tangible, targeted, and trusted. Here is a practical field guide you can plug into your calendar, backed by current post-election research.

Read more: https://burlingtonpress.com/2025/09/08/the-political-direct-mail-advantage-a-2025-field-guide/

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Great design is not a luxury. It’s how donors decide if they can trust you, understand your impact, and complete a gift quickly. When every touchpoint looks professional and feels consistent, results improve across mail, events, and digital.

Read more: https://burlingtonpress.com/2025/09/06/professional-nonprofit-design-roi-new-jersey/

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If you stripped marketing down to its core, you would find people choosing to trust other people. That is the heart of networking. It works because the goal is not to win a quick sale. The goal is to build long-term relationships that keep opening doors month after month and year after year. Ads come and go. Relationships compound.

Read more: https://burlingtonpress.com/2025/09/05/networking-is-still-your-most-effective-marketing-t...

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Great marketing is not about pressure. It is about matching how people naturally decide. The brain looks for anchors, contrast, and simple choices, then leans into what already feels like ours. This guide turns nine proven psychology principles into practical steps for your website, pricing, email, and direct mail. Apply them with honesty and clarity to reduce friction, build confidence, and turn more interest into action.

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August 14, 2025 7 mins

A political brand is the story voters tell themselves about you. It lives in every yard sign, stump speech, mailer, and social post. When that story is clear, consistent, and credible, voters remember it and repeat it. Let’s talk about who you are, what you say, how you show up, and what you deliver.

Read more: https://burlingtonpress.com/2025/08/14/6-steps-to-an-effective-political-brand/

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Picture this. Your nonprofit is halfway through a major fundraising drive, and donations are coming in steadily but slowly. Then, you put a large printed fundraising thermometer in the lobby and at the next community event. Donors can see the progress every time they walk by, and something clicks. Suddenly, contributions start coming in faster because people can literally watch the total rise toward the goal.

While digital fundrais...

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Running for office means more than putting your name on the ballot. Voters need to know who you are, what you believe in, and why they should trust you. That all comes down to how you present your campaign.

Your campaign brand is more than a logo or a slogan. It’s the overall impression you leave with voters. It’s how you sound, how you look, and how consistent your message is across everything you share. If any of that feels off o...

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August 4, 2025 4 mins

Think political marketing is all digital these days? Think again.

While social media ads and online outreach may dominate conversations, one of the most effective tools in modern political campaigns is still direct mail. From building credibility to reaching voters of all ages, political direct mail continues to outperform digital ads in key areas.

Read more: https://burlingtonpress.com/2025/08/04/why-direct-mail-wins-elections/

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Are you currently deciding between hiring a professional graphic designer or attempting a do-it-yourself approach with Canva? When it comes to your small business branding and marketing materials, it can be a confusing and overwhelming subject. Thankfully, this quick guide will provide the answers you need.

Read more: https://burlingtonpress.com/2025/08/02/should-you-use-canva-or-hire-a-professional-designer/

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You’ve put time and money into printed materials like postcards, brochures, or flyers, but the results are underwhelming. If your print marketing isn’t driving responses or engagement, the problem might not be the medium itself. More often, it’s a combination of unclear messaging, poor design, or mismatched strategy.

Read more: https://burlingtonpress.com/2025/08/01/why-your-printing-is-missing-the-mark-and-how-you-can-fix-it/

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Running for office in a down-ballot race can be a challenge. These positions, such as school board, city council, or township committee, often receive little media attention and are easy for voters to overlook. With limited funds and even more limited visibility, candidates need smart strategies to get noticed.

Print marketing can be one of the most effective tools in your campaign toolkit. It builds trust, reinforces your message,...

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When your nonprofit organization or community event needs to stand out, custom apparel can be a powerful tool. Whether you’re planning a fundraiser, rally, 5K, volunteer event, or gala, the right clothing helps promote your cause, unify your team, and spread awareness in a memorable way. But not all custom apparel is created equal. Some items work better for specific audiences, climates, or event types. This guide will walk you thr...

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First impressions matter, especially when you’re trying to build lasting relationships with customers, donors, or employees. While emails and digital content can introduce someone to your brand, nothing beats the impact of a well-designed, physical welcome kit.

For small businesses and nonprofits alike, branded welcome kits are a creative and practical way to build trust, reinforce your identity, and make new contacts feel apprecia...

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Print materials are a critical part of any successful political campaign. They help build name recognition, share your message, and reach voters where they live and work. From yard signs to palm cards, each printed piece serves a unique purpose in your outreach strategy.

Here’s a breakdown of the key materials your campaign should consider: https://burlingtonpress.com/2025/07/17/what-kinds-of-print-materials-will-i-need-for-my-poli...

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