--- title: Bruce Fox Blog | Bruce Fox description: "Bruce Fox | Get insights, tips, ideas, & more \"edu-tainment\" by reading our blog here..." --- [![Custom Awards & Branded Displayable Products](https://info.brucefox.com/hubfs/Brucefoxapril2016_Theme/Images/logo-1.png)](http://brucefox.com/) Custom Awards & Branded Displayable Products [Interested in a career at Bruce Fox?](http://brucefox.com/careers) - [Home](http://brucefox.com/) - About - [Who We Are](http://brucefox.com/who-we-are/) - [The Bruce Fox Story](http://brucefox.com/about-2/bruce-fox-story/) - [Did You Know?](http://brucefox.com/about-2/faq/) - [What We Do](http://brucefox.com/why-bruce-fox/what/) - [What We Make](http://brucefox.com/our-capabilities/product-applications/) - [Support Services](http://brucefox.com/our-capabilities/support-services/) - Products - Bruce Fox Custom - [Bruce Fox Portfolio (Interactive)](http://fliphtml5.com/jmiqz/wwnl) - [Bruce Fox Portfolio (PDF)](https://brucefox.com/custom-awards-portfolio/) - DYR Stock Solutions - [2019 DYR Collection](https://dyr.brucefox.com/) - [ESP Product Search](http://mydyr.com/) - [2019 DYR Catalog (PDF)](https://brucefox.com/dyr-catalog-pdf/) - [DYR Catalog (Interactive)](http://online.fliphtml5.com/jmiqz/qmxk/) - [The Drinkwell](https://brucefox.com/new-drinkwell/) - [The Box](https://brucefox.com/box/) - [Signage & Lobby Art](https://brucefox.com/signage-lobby-art/) - Distributor Tools - [Why Bruce Fox? 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Although today is a little late for anything big, you may have time to pick up a cake on the way into work. And to some, those who are appreciation-starved and absolutely deprived, that might be enough. But I doubt it. According to [Achievers](https://resources.achievers.com/resources/2020-engagement-retention-report/), up to 64% of employees may leave their jobs in 2020. And [82% of employees](https://www.achievers.com/blog/20-creative-ways-to-celebrate-employee-appreciation-day/) wish they received more recognition for their work. [Read More](https://info.brucefox.com/blog/march-6-employee-appreciation-day) 0 Comments [Click here to read/write comments](https://info.brucefox.com/blog/march-6-employee-appreciation-day#comments-listing) Tags: [Sales tools for distributors](https://info.brucefox.com/blog/topic/sales-tools-for-distributors), [Benefits for the end clients](https://info.brucefox.com/blog/topic/benefits-for-the-end-clients), [Bruce Fox](https://info.brucefox.com/blog/topic/bruce-fox), [Challenges faced by companies](https://info.brucefox.com/blog/topic/challenges-faced-by-companies) ## [Bad News](https://info.brucefox.com/blog/bad-news) Posted by [Dave Miller](https://info.brucefox.com/blog/author/dave-miller) on Feb 20, 2020 2:03:00 PM - [Tweet](https://twitter.com/share) [![Bad News](https://info.brucefox.com/hubfs/Bad%20News%20-%20Bad%20News%20Bears.jpg)](https://info.brucefox.com/blog/bad-news) Estimated Read Time: 2.5 Minutes --- Like most baseball fans, I’m pretty pissed off at the sign-stealing saga that has unfolded over the last 30 or so days. I won’t delve into the abyss of what’s going on and won’t interject my own views on the matter, but suffice it to say there are a lot of people to be angry with—the players, the team, the ownership, the union, the commissioner. Essentially anyone involved in the scheme and its aftermath. I’m keeping score here at home, and I’m designating it an “E-Everybody.” [Read More](https://info.brucefox.com/blog/bad-news) 0 Comments [Click here to read/write comments](https://info.brucefox.com/blog/bad-news#comments-listing) Tags: [Bruce Fox](https://info.brucefox.com/blog/topic/bruce-fox) ## [Love the Craftsmanship](https://info.brucefox.com/blog/love-the-craftsmanship) Posted by [Kristina Hublar](https://info.brucefox.com/blog/author/kristina-hublar) on Feb 4, 2020 8:30:00 AM - [Tweet](https://twitter.com/share) [![](https://info.brucefox.com/hubfs/Untitled%20design%20(88).png)](https://info.brucefox.com/blog/love-the-craftsmanship) Estimated Read Time: 3 Minutes --- Craftsmanship – although this term meant honor, pride, and unparalleled skill in the days of old, that description and way of life seems to have faded away with the coming of factories and automated systems. When you look around now, you mainly see products made on a production line - barely touched by human hands and rarely given more than a second thought. [Read More](https://info.brucefox.com/blog/love-the-craftsmanship) 0 Comments [Click here to read/write comments](https://info.brucefox.com/blog/love-the-craftsmanship#comments-listing) Tags: [Benefits for the distributor](https://info.brucefox.com/blog/topic/benefits-for-the-distributor), [Benefits for the end clients](https://info.brucefox.com/blog/topic/benefits-for-the-end-clients), [Bruce Fox](https://info.brucefox.com/blog/topic/bruce-fox) ## [Networking Tips for 2020 PPAI Expo – Las Vegas](https://info.brucefox.com/blog/networking-tips-for-2020-ppai-expo-las-vegas) Posted by [Kristina Hublar](https://info.brucefox.com/blog/author/kristina-hublar) on Jan 7, 2020 8:04:00 AM - [Tweet](https://twitter.com/share) [![Networking Tips for 2020 PPAI Expo – Las Vegas](https://info.brucefox.com/hubfs/Stock%20images/young%20multiethnic%20business%20people%20group%20walking%20standing%20and%20top%20view.jpeg)](https://info.brucefox.com/blog/networking-tips-for-2020-ppai-expo-las-vegas) Estimated Read Time: 6.5 Minutes --- The [PPAI Las Vegas Expo](https://expo.ppai.org/schedule/) is one of the most anticipated shows of the year. From endless rows of booths to plenty of educational opportunities, this expo tops most industry lists. Despite the multitude of benefits that await you the beginning of the year, it’s also a prime networking experience. And, as we all know, networking is vital in this industry. That’s why we put together a few networking tips for the expo – enjoy. [Read More](https://info.brucefox.com/blog/networking-tips-for-2020-ppai-expo-las-vegas) 0 Comments [Click here to read/write comments](https://info.brucefox.com/blog/networking-tips-for-2020-ppai-expo-las-vegas#comments-listing) Tags: [Sales tools for distributors](https://info.brucefox.com/blog/topic/sales-tools-for-distributors), [Bruce Fox](https://info.brucefox.com/blog/topic/bruce-fox) ## [Material Insight: Foxite](https://info.brucefox.com/blog/material-insight-foxite) Posted by [Kristina Hublar](https://info.brucefox.com/blog/author/kristina-hublar) on Nov 26, 2019 8:33:00 AM - [Tweet](https://twitter.com/share) [![Material Insight - Foxite](https://info.brucefox.com/hubfs/Blog_Images/Material%20Insight%20-%20Foxite/Material%20Insight_%20Foxite%20(4).png)](https://info.brucefox.com/blog/material-insight-foxite) Estimated Read Time: 3 Minutes --- When it comes to awards, glass, acrylic, wood, metal – and many other substrates – are very familiar to you and your clients. But have you ever heard of Foxite? Unless you’ve been on our website or following our blogs, you likely haven’t. [Read More](https://info.brucefox.com/blog/material-insight-foxite) 0 Comments [Click here to read/write comments](https://info.brucefox.com/blog/material-insight-foxite#comments-listing) Tags: [Sales tools for distributors](https://info.brucefox.com/blog/topic/sales-tools-for-distributors), [Benefits for the distributor](https://info.brucefox.com/blog/topic/benefits-for-the-distributor), [Benefits for the end clients](https://info.brucefox.com/blog/topic/benefits-for-the-end-clients), [Bruce Fox](https://info.brucefox.com/blog/topic/bruce-fox) ## [Where Are Government Seals Made?](https://info.brucefox.com/blog/where-are-government-seals-made) Posted by [Kristina Hublar](https://info.brucefox.com/blog/author/kristina-hublar) on Nov 19, 2019 1:54:00 PM - [Tweet](https://twitter.com/share) [![48-inch government seal made by the Bruce Fox, Inc. team](https://info.brucefox.com/hubfs/social-suggested-images/DHS-48inchSeal-HeldByGroup.jpg)](https://info.brucefox.com/blog/where-are-government-seals-made) Estimated Read Time: 3 Minutes --- When you fly internationally or visit a government building, you may have noticed a government seal. But have you ever wondered where those seals come from? Where they are made? They are actually made here in New Albany, Indiana at Bruce Fox, Inc. It has been our honor to supply the U.S. Department of Homeland Security seals and signage for border entry points for the last 17+ years. From the Department of Homeland Security seals to the podium seal for the President of the United States, we make a wide variety of government seals. [Read More](https://info.brucefox.com/blog/where-are-government-seals-made) 0 Comments [Click here to read/write comments](https://info.brucefox.com/blog/where-are-government-seals-made#comments-listing) Tags: [Sales tools for distributors](https://info.brucefox.com/blog/topic/sales-tools-for-distributors), [Bruce Fox](https://info.brucefox.com/blog/topic/bruce-fox) ## [Top 3 DYR Website Tools](https://info.brucefox.com/blog/top-3-dyr-website-tools) Posted by [Kristina Hublar](https://info.brucefox.com/blog/author/kristina-hublar) on Nov 12, 2019 12:56:00 PM - [Tweet](https://twitter.com/share) [![Top DYR Website Tools](https://info.brucefox.com/hubfs/Top%20DYR%20Tools.png)](https://info.brucefox.com/blog/top-3-dyr-website-tools) Estimated Read Time: 2 Minutes --- DYR launched a new website back in early October. You’ve probably noticed us mentioning it a time or two. But this time we’re shifting the focus from our fancy-schmancy new website (which you can [check out here](https://dyr.brucefox.com/)). Instead, we’re discussing new tools that will be helpful for you – distributors. [Read More](https://info.brucefox.com/blog/top-3-dyr-website-tools) 0 Comments [Click here to read/write comments](https://info.brucefox.com/blog/top-3-dyr-website-tools#comments-listing) Tags: [Sales tools for distributors](https://info.brucefox.com/blog/topic/sales-tools-for-distributors), [Bruce Fox](https://info.brucefox.com/blog/topic/bruce-fox) ## [When They Want More Than a Glass Award](https://info.brucefox.com/blog/when-they-want-more-than-a-glass-award) Posted by [Kristina Hublar](https://info.brucefox.com/blog/author/kristina-hublar) on Oct 22, 2019 12:10:00 PM - [Tweet](https://twitter.com/share) [![When They Want More Than a Glass Award](https://info.brucefox.com/hubfs/Stock%20images/Focused%20casual%20businessman%20working%20at%20his%20desk%20in%20his%20office.jpeg)](https://info.brucefox.com/blog/when-they-want-more-than-a-glass-award) Estimated Read Time: 3 Minutes --- When you go into a sales meeting, you likely do one of two things. 1. You have a conversation, ask questions, and listen to your client’s needs. You don’t even take out catalogs or have a bag of promos – you are there to learn the current problems so you can offer personalized solutions. They come to you as the expert and heed your thoughts and advice. 2. You go in with catalogs and bags of promos. Your clients tell you what they need/want, and you go find it for them – sometimes with a better price and turnaround time. Which one are you? If you’re the first – bravo. You’re doing exactly [what we’ve been saying that custom products need](https://info.brucefox.com/blog/stop-selling) and we want to [talk with you](http://brucefox.com/contact-us/). If you’re the second, then I have a scenario and a follow up question for you… [Read More](https://info.brucefox.com/blog/when-they-want-more-than-a-glass-award) 0 Comments [Click here to read/write comments](https://info.brucefox.com/blog/when-they-want-more-than-a-glass-award#comments-listing) Tags: [Sales tools for distributors](https://info.brucefox.com/blog/topic/sales-tools-for-distributors), [Benefits for the distributor](https://info.brucefox.com/blog/topic/benefits-for-the-distributor), [Challenges faced by distributors](https://info.brucefox.com/blog/topic/challenges-faced-by-distributors), [Objections posed by distributors](https://info.brucefox.com/blog/topic/objections-posed-by-distributors), [Bruce Fox](https://info.brucefox.com/blog/topic/bruce-fox) ## [We Have an Important Announcement](https://info.brucefox.com/blog/we-have-an-important-announcement) Posted by [Kristina Hublar](https://info.brucefox.com/blog/author/kristina-hublar) on Oct 16, 2019 8:00:00 AM - [Tweet](https://twitter.com/share) [![We Have an Important Annoucement](https://info.brucefox.com/hubfs/DYR%20image.jpg)](https://info.brucefox.com/blog/we-have-an-important-announcement) We’ve been hinting at it for a while, but it’s officially here… **Bruce Fox, Inc.’s DYR Solutions has a new website—and it is classy!** [Read More](https://info.brucefox.com/blog/we-have-an-important-announcement) 0 Comments [Click here to read/write comments](https://info.brucefox.com/blog/we-have-an-important-announcement#comments-listing) Tags: [Bruce Fox](https://info.brucefox.com/blog/topic/bruce-fox) ## [Honor Walls](https://info.brucefox.com/blog/honor-walls) Posted by [Kristina Hublar](https://info.brucefox.com/blog/author/kristina-hublar) on Sep 10, 2019 3:13:00 PM - [Tweet](https://twitter.com/share) [![honor walls (5)](https://info.brucefox.com/hubfs/Blog_Images/Honor%20Walls/honor%20walls%20(5).png)](https://info.brucefox.com/blog/honor-walls) Estimated Read Time: 4 Minutes ---   So, when you think of an honor wall, what do you imagine? Do you envision universities, hospitals, or churches honoring their donors? Do you think of Fortune 500 companies showing off their top salespeople? Do you picture organizations and companies displaying their board members? All of those are common and highly popular versions of honor walls. 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