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Ordering Name Tags: When to Save and When to Splurge

There are many options to choose from when ordering custom name tags. When purchasing name tags online, you should consider three key things: price, use or occasion, and who will wear the name tag. At NameTagWizard.com, we have many customization options and name tag styles. To help you decide when to splurge and when to save, we’ve laid out some of our best badges for each situation.

When to Spend a Little More on Name Tags

Are you purchasing name tags for executives and long term employees? You should definitely go the extra mile and order badges that will represent your top employees and your company in the best light. We offer full color UV printing on plastic and metal name tags. This allows you to feature color-matched company logos, plus you can add 2 lines of custom text for each staff member’s name and position. Our fancy name tags feature a beveled edge and frame that adds durability and style.

 

Certain businesses can afford to add sparkle to their name tags! If you’re ordering name tags for a salon, jewelry store, fun boutique or similar company type, order bling badges. Our rhinestone framed name tags are available with full color printing or engraving and are designed to highlight your staff members’ names with style.

If you have an important company event, trade show or conference coming up, our high-end name tags are your best option. These badges represent your company name and employees in a professional way.

When to Save Money on Name Tags

Other situations call for affordable or basic name tags. When hiring seasonal or temporary employees or heading to a company event, more affordable options are ideal. Our affordable name tags are still produced with high quality materials, but they’re marked at a lower price because they feature basic customization options.

You can order gold or silver name tags with 2 lines of text and your company logo for $7.95 per tag. (These are available in plastic and aluminum.) Our magnets add an additional $2.00 to each tag, but if you choose a pin backing, you can save more money. We also offer quantity discounts. Click here to order our $7.95 1″ x 3″ logo name tag.

If you’re looking for name tags for seasonal or temporary employees, our small 1-line name tags are the perfect choice. Make sure store associates and staff are represented with simple text-only name tags that feature their name. There are several color choices available.

Reusable Badges for Visitors & More

Looking to keep track of visitors to your campus or building? We have reusable name tags that allow you to easily write names and visitation times in dry erase marker or chalk. You can keep track of who is on your business grounds at all times by ordering affordable dry erase or chalkboard name tags. We can even customize them with your logo or school mascot!

 

Also, instead of ordering “Hello My Name Is” stickers each time you have an event, you can order reusable visitor badges. These are available in the classic red and white and will allow you to write and erase names for many uses. No more stickers to tear off and throw in the trash after they’re used.

Our Unique Name Tags

Also, see our unique offerings. We have leatherette name tags and cool shapes to keep your individualism and branding in place. For restaurants, boutiques, schools and more, you can find unique name tags for your staff. Our UV printing and engraving provides limitless customization options that will help you represent your company and employees in the best way possible.

Let Us Help!

If you have questions about our name tags, or need help placing an order, contact our Customer Focus Team now! We will be glad to assist you.

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The Holiday Season Is Upon Us!

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The holidays are just around the corner, and like most retailers or manufacturing plants around the world, it’s an extremely busy time of the year! According to data collected throughout the 2013 holiday season, it is estimated that businesses hired roughly 800,000 seasonal employees to help get the job done. And even though we have a handy dandy Wizard to help us make it through the holidays, we also have a number of new faces here as well to help out – after all, there is only so much the wizard can do!

Now are we about to tell you that name tags make great gifts for the holidays? Absolutely not! In fact, we really don’t recommend it unless you’re looking to find a belated lump of coal in your not-yet-put-away stocking the next morning. No, name tags are not the ideal holiday gift for that special someone on your list but they are just the thing to help get your business through the holiday rush!

For weeks, the Name Tag Wizard has been locked away in his office furiously working away at creating as many new designs as our storehouses can handle! We’ll be ready for the holiday rush, will you?

With all the new customers your employer’s will no doubt be dealing with, they’ll undoubtedly need some help – maybe not 800,000 new employees but an extra couple hands couldn’t hurt which means fresh new name tags are going to be en vogue at your store! If the previously mentioned 2013 holiday shopping statistics are correct then, including the fact holiday sales grew 3.7% from the year prior, it is relatively safe to assume that as the economy has continued in large part to improve, people are only spending more and more during the winter season. And as any businesses owner or manager could tell you, more people shopping equals a much higher need for outstanding customer service and name tags are the first step to success!

Here at Name Tag Wizard, we offer a wide variety of high quality custom name tags in a variety of styles fit for any business! Designed to get you through the holidays and then some, you can be sure that while you’re working to provide your customers with the absolute best possible customer service, we’re looking to do the same thing through our superior name tags and dedication to providing our customers with a myriad of options to help promote their brand.

No matter the size of your business, the ease of conversing with your customers as well your employee’s accessibility is a major selling point when it comes to the success of any business. So when the time comes this year to expand your employee base by adding on a couple extra hands, be sure that your new hires are well equipped and able to stand out from the crowds as a person who can facilitate your shoppers needs this season!

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The Name Tag Wizard Is Whipping Up Something Tasty!

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As winter arrives, the Name Tag Wizard is getting inspired to try his hand at something new. He’s been watching a few too many cooking shows, so now his magic is being worked in the kitchen instead of in his wizards tower. He’s been combining ingredients and mumbling over his cookbooks for weeks now. While he hasn’t quite created his masterpiece and achieved the rank of chef just yet, there are a few sweet treats coming out of the kitchen. And now thanks to his efforts, we now have new Restaurant themed name tags with a variety of charming designs available!

Something For Every Taste

There’s no need to stick with the same old basic designs when outfitting your restaurant staff. The Wizard has whipped up custom looks for different industries and food types. For example, we’ve got a range of bakery themed choices for the wedding cake company or the cupcake bakers. Show off your Parisian style with a croissant right on the name tag. The Name Tag Wizard is still practicing his pastry dough making, but our tags look professional and communicate a clear message to customers.

The heritage of your cuisine can also shine through. Choose between tags for Mexican eateries, small diners or cafes, and Japanese inspired sushi establishments. Even bars and coffee shops are represented in this collection. The Name Tag Wizard enjoys a pint or two himself after a big accomplishment, so it’s only natural he designed some new options for the employees working in pubs and steakhouses.

Customizing Your Order

This isn’t the kind of kitchen where you simply pick from a menu. The Wizard is particular about quality, but he’s happy to create tags with the colors and materials you choose. Pick the colors of your company’s logo or go with contrasting black and white for maximum legibility. There’s no need to settle for a product that clashes with your team’s work uniform when we offer such a wide range of customization options. There are even shape and size options to help managers stand out from the rest of the front or kitchen crew.

It’s easy to input your text for each individual badge too. Since custom name tags have to be ordered for each new employee, it makes sense to shop around for the best prices. Our magical team offers the best blend of customization options, fast production and shipping turnaround, and affordable pricing to keep your restaurant team properly tagged.

Let the Name Tag Wizard cook something up for your restaurant today. Order a whole new set of matching name tags to revitalize your brand image without spending a fortune. The professional style and durability of the tags will make both your employees and customers happy with the change. If you’re not sure what type of name tags would work best for your business, contact us for help making a choice and placing your order.

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The Name Tag Wizard Breaks Into The Bar Biz!

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Everyone who has had the pleasure of working with our beloved Wizard knows that he likes to kick back and relax occasionally (especially when his friends are in town). You wouldn’t believe the mess that we had to clean up after his 600th birthday party – we played host to Santa, Gandalf, Merlin, and a very rambunctious leprechaun.

The wizard may produce some of the best high quality custom name tags on the web today – but the man can throw a party and keep up with the best of them. As for the after effects – well how would you feel being over six hundred years old with a hangover. Magic or not, it’s not fun.

Regardless of the after effects, it’s incredibly safe to say that the Wizard has visited his fair share of bars over the centuries. Taverns, pubs, bars, clubs, and alcohol in general have become much more regulated over the past century alone (prohibition was a dark and difficult time for the Wizard and a time we prefer not to speak of). But with all the age limits, and cut off times, the Wizard wants to help businesses display their venue’s policies without their staff having to communicate their rules every five seconds.

As business owners ourselves, we know how crazy and hectic things can get – especially our customer service team. Day in and day out they deal with some of the exact same questions – we can only imagine how bartenders, owners, and bouncers feel. This is why our team of designers have created a series of new buttons inspired by some of these things we’re sure people who work in and operate bars and clubs around the country want their patrons to know without even having to ask.

Each of our buttons are made up of high quality parts, and designed with bold colors in order to get the attention that they were intended to receive. Made for a variety of club and bar related jobs, these buttons will let your visitors and potential customers know the rules. We know there’s no shortage of underage kids out there who would like nothing more than to grab a couple drinks before they are legally allowed – but if they manage to do this in your establishment, that could spell big trouble for you and your employee’s, as well as liquor license.

Having your employee’s wear these flashy new buttons will not only keep your guests in the know as to your stance on the laws, but it will also make sure that your employee’s stay mindful of the rules as well as when it comes to the distribution and sale of alcohol. The last thing the Wizard wants is for any bar or night club to find itself in hot water over underage drinking allegations. Each of our bar buttons are 2 ¼” in diameter and come with a secure traditional pin backing so your employees can be sure that it stays in place all night.

Want to retrace the Wizard’s ancient steps? Check out a few of his favorite bars around the world!

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The Name Tag Wizard Tackles Back To School! Part 2

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Enjoy our post last week? We decided to take our dedication to outfitting teachers with everything they need to successfully head back to school another step forward. While yes the wizard supplies countless name tags suitable for teachers of any subject – there’s more that we can do! No, the Wizard is unable to cast any protective spells or charms over your school, but he’s still got a few tricks up his sleeves!

In an age where school safety is of the utmost importance, there has never been a better time to re-examine your school security system than before the start of a new year! With parents more concerned than ever about their child’s safety while at school, news outlets, blogs, and countless articles have popped up online with the hopes of steering schools into the right direction when it comes to important safety measures.

So what are some major tips for school’s looking to beef up their security before the school year starts?

1. Visitor Badges

One of the quickest and easiest adjustments for any school to make to keep their property and students safe is to mandate the use of Visitor Name Badges. In fact, many schools already do this, but for those that do not – name badges for visitors ensure that no unauthorized personnel are wandering your halls.

Here at Name Tag Wizard, we manufacture way more than just name tags! One of our latest products to feature is our School Visitor ID Badges. Sold in packs of 25 or 50, these badges are made of a high quality plastic material, come with a lanyard or a bulldog clip, as well as the option to personalize with your school’s logo, mascot, or artwork.

2. Teamwork

One of the best things your school can do to is to form an emergency response team. In the event that something happens at the school, having a group of trained responders can be your best bet when it comes to holding down the fort before backup arrives. The group could be a team of teachers and staff, or even actual law enforcement personnel. Many schools (especially middle schools and high schools) have a resident deputy on campus at all times to handle any official complaints students may wish to register against another student or an adult that goes beyond the ability of a guidance counselor.

3. The Best Offense Is A Good Defense

Ultimately when it comes to protecting your school’s hallways, the best thing to do is to talk to your students. Every year hundreds of schools across the country make it a point to engage with their students with handouts, safety and security protocols, as well as what to be on the lookout for when roaming the halls and listening to idle gossip.

Every school has a full and lengthy list of activities that are not allowed on school campus as well as items that are also prohibited. Make sure your student familiarize themselves with this list and know when to confide in an adult.

Make sure that your staff takes the time to thoroughly inspect your school grounds before the start of a new year!

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The Name Tag Wizard Tackles Back To School!

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It’s that time of year again! School buses across the country are gassing up, teachers are stocking up on classroom décor and supplies, and parents are getting ready to send their kids off to school for yet another year. New school years are a time for new beginnings, second chances, and a chance to change things up in your classroom – so why not make the most of it?

For months we’ve been gearing up for the start of a brand new school year (since May actually). We just can’t wait to send all of our little ones back to the teachers who are, no doubt, just bubbling over with excitement!

Despite all of his grumblings, the Wizard really is a lenient man. For the past couple months it hasn’t been all that uncommon to see the occasional child sticking out from under a desk. They bring their summer readings, play with their parents tech toys, and draw all over our white boards but it hasn’t really been too bad.

Leave it to the Wizard to get struck with a lightning bolt of inspiration during the hottest days of summer when most of us are struggling to even make it through our normal task load. But our grand Wizard has done it again, and just in time for the new school year!

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We know that countless schools across the country are always looking for new ways to evolve and change with the times. And while some schools may not find it necessary for personnel to wear any sort of name tags or badges, other schools are realizing just how important it is! With that being said, the Wizard has whipped up a whole treasure trove full of specially designed name tags that are perfect for school use! From chalkboards to geographical world globes, we’ve got a name tags for every subject and teacher on your payroll!

Here at Name Tag Wizard, we treat all of our products as if we were going to be using them ourselves. Over the years, we believe it has been our continued commitment to delivering to our customers only our very best results. We have always made it our mission to give our customers the very best customer service that we can manage. Prior to your new products leaving our facilities, they are checked for quality and durability.

Being a company that specializes in the manufacturing of name tags, we know how much a company’s image matters. This is why we would never compromise our image by sending any of our customers a sub-par product. And while we know that a school isn’t exactly a company, our same rule applies.

For teachers all across the country, the last few remaining months of summer vacation are something to be cherished and held on to – they shouldn’t be spent wondering if or when your new name tag will arrive. Here at Name Tag Wizard we get all of our orders processed and into production in no time – most of our orders ship anywhere between one and three days of being received so that way, you’ll be sure to get your new name tags on time for the start of the new school year! Order yours today!

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I Scream, You Scream, We All Scream For Ice Cream!

santa beach florida summer christmas in julyWe have a visitor! All the way from the ice and snow covered tundra way up in the North Pole, Santa Clause has decided to venture down south and get some sun during the off season. And while we’re all quite sad that he couldn’t bring his reindeer (because we had so much fun last time they visited) we are extremely thankful that he brought us a little winter chill. A little known fact about Santa is that the man brings winter-like temperatures wherever he goes!

To be quite honest, it was getting a bit hot down here in our Florida based Name Tag Wizard factories. For the past few weeks we’ve been wandering around like zombies in the heat – flip flops, tank tops, and all – we even broke out our portable desk fans. Now don’t get us wrong, we live in Florida, so we’re used to it – but even we have our limits!

Not only are we excited to have a guest but the Wizard is as well! As you all know, he and the Wizard go way back, so it’s always nice when the two can make time in their busy schedules to see each other.

Name Tag Wizard Ice Cream 1 Line Name Tag imageThe Wizard in all his blue robes of glory has decided to commemorate Santa’s visit with some new name tag designs. In his wisdom, he has decided to take the best of winter and the best of summer and combine them to create our first ever Christmas in July event! And as an added bonus, the wizard has made some new ice cream inspired name tags perfect for any local ice cream parlor or sweet shop!

Santa has applauded the idea and thought it wonderful! In fact, since he arrived, the jolly man himself just can’t get enough of the chilly treat! Who could blame him? With this year’s temperatures heating up the way they are, we may all have to start eating our weight in ice cream. We may just be the Wizards workers, but we’re willing to bet that we’re not alone in thinking this!

Summer is the perfect time of year to take your small ice cream truck or store to the next level! Whether you operate an ice cream truck on the beach, or a small standalone store, business is bound to heat up during the summer! Make sure that your employees look their best when interacting with your new customers. Name tags often give businesses a clean, polished and put together look that often makes customers feel more at ease. Not to mention, the fact that name tags give your workers a sense of being on a team, and of working together to accomplish a single goal.

So how do you get access to our super awesome Christmas in July sale? You’ve got to be on our mailing list! No, you don’t need to be a fellow wizard to join our ranks and be in the know, you just have to be a fan of special site wide sales, coupon codes, and new product releases. In our bi-monthly emails, we send out plenty tips, tricks, and coupon codes to help you take your business to the next level with the help of the Name Tag Wizard himself. Join us today!

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Prepare Employees for Pest Control Season!

professional pest controlDid you know that the Pest Control Industry represents $12 billion dollars in annual sales, according to IBIS? With the annual bug boom happening every summer, there’s no arguing over why. Pests and insects can cause all sorts of problems from just being plain unsightly and creepy, to creating several severe health concerns in your home and for your family and pets. It’s true, pests carry any number of diseases from the seriously dangerous and life threatening Lyme disease found in some ticks, to less severe but still serious and potentially life-threatening asthma.

Over the past number of years, countless studies are beginning to show that children in homes with more cockroaches show higher rates of asthma and breathing issues than children in homes without. With more and more homes becoming infested with cockroaches and other pests, it’s no wonder pest control services are in need!

The demand for pest control is always highest during the summer months when the creepy-crawly bugs start to venture out into the open where they can be seen. This is the time when people start leaving food around, and bugs don’t hesitate to take swift advantage of the freebies! So get all of your pest control employees ready for the big season ahead by making sure they have absolutely everything they need!

So what do we suggest?

1. Test and maintain all of your equipment if you haven’t already done so. Make sure your pumps are working properly and your equipment is clean, free from defects, and ready to roll! Give each set up a few trial tests before passing it on to anyone else. You want to ensure you are supplying the absolute best pest control equipment right from the start, and you’ll look unprofessional and unprepared if you don’t.

2. Presentation is absolutely key so make sure that you service and clean all vehicles! Because even if it is parked in the street outside the house, you never know when a customer will look inside a vehicle! Neighbors, joggers, and even the mailman can and probably will look inside the cab. Make sure you detail every one of your vehicles and inspire your pest control representatives to keep their vehicles clean.

pest control rectangle name tag 3 line silver3. Double check every single uniform for tears, rips, stains and general wear and tear. Uniforms may be made up of higher quality materials, but that doesn’t mean that they will last forever! Make sure your employees uniforms are still in professional shape. This ensures your employees make the best possible impression at every home that they visit. Just remember with every successful house call your exterminators make, your business’s good reputation will spread!

4. Be sure to update all of your marketing materials! This includes stationary, billing forms, legal paperwork and of course, your employee name tags! Your pest control name tags are a vital link between customers and your employees. Connect with your client’s right from the start and get fresh new custom name tags before the pest season starts!