{"id":13302,"date":"2025-05-27T09:44:33","date_gmt":"2025-05-27T09:44:33","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/ixtreme.solutions\/selecting-the-target-group-for-promotional-items-guaranteed-to-hit-the-right-note\/"},"modified":"2025-08-11T09:21:30","modified_gmt":"2025-08-11T09:21:30","slug":"selecting-the-target-group-for-promotional-items-guaranteed-to-hit-the-right-note","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/ixtreme.solutions\/en\/selecting-the-target-group-for-promotional-items-guaranteed-to-hit-the-right-note\/","title":{"rendered":"Selecting the target group for promotional items &#8211; guaranteed to hit the right note"},"content":{"rendered":"<div class=\"wpb-content-wrapper\"><p>[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]Promotional items are much more than just pens and jute bags with logos. Used correctly, they can emotionally charge brands, strengthen relationships and create long-term customer loyalty. However, the key to success does not lie in the product alone, but in the fit: <strong>promotional items only have a lasting effect if they fit the target group perfectly. <\/strong>  <\/p>\n<p>But how do you find the right promotional product? How can budget, branding and objectives be strategically linked? And why is it dangerous to rely on gut feeling when making a selection? These are precisely the questions we address in this article &#8211; with a clear objective: <strong> to enable you to use promotional products in a targeted and effective way. <\/strong>   <\/p>\n<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_82_2 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\" style=\"cursor:inherit\">Inhaltsverzeichnis<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" aria-label=\"Toggle Table of Content\"><span class=\"ez-toc-js-icon-con\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseProfile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/a><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 eztoc-toggle-hide-by-default' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/ixtreme.solutions\/en\/selecting-the-target-group-for-promotional-items-guaranteed-to-hit-the-right-note\/#Why_understanding_target_groups_is_the_key_to_advertising_success\" >Why understanding target groups is the key to advertising success<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/ixtreme.solutions\/en\/selecting-the-target-group-for-promotional-items-guaranteed-to-hit-the-right-note\/#Promotional_items_only_work_with_relevance\" >Promotional items only work with relevance<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/ixtreme.solutions\/en\/selecting-the-target-group-for-promotional-items-guaranteed-to-hit-the-right-note\/#Brief_psychology_of_the_target_group_What_works_for_whom\" >Brief psychology of the target group: What works for whom?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/ixtreme.solutions\/en\/selecting-the-target-group-for-promotional-items-guaranteed-to-hit-the-right-note\/#Buyer_persona_as_a_strategic_tool\" >Buyer persona as a strategic tool<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/ixtreme.solutions\/en\/selecting-the-target-group-for-promotional-items-guaranteed-to-hit-the-right-note\/#The_strategic_approach_%E2%80%93_embedding_promotional_products_in_your_marketing_strategy\" >The strategic approach &#8211; embedding promotional products in your marketing strategy<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/ixtreme.solutions\/en\/selecting-the-target-group-for-promotional-items-guaranteed-to-hit-the-right-note\/#The_role_of_promotional_products_in_the_marketing_mix\" >The role of promotional products in the marketing mix<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/ixtreme.solutions\/en\/selecting-the-target-group-for-promotional-items-guaranteed-to-hit-the-right-note\/#Clearly_define_goals_events_and_messages\" >Clearly define goals, events and messages<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/ixtreme.solutions\/en\/selecting-the-target-group-for-promotional-items-guaranteed-to-hit-the-right-note\/#KPIs_%E2%80%93_How_to_make_the_success_of_promotional_products_measurable\" >KPIs &#8211; How to make the success of promotional products measurable<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/ixtreme.solutions\/en\/selecting-the-target-group-for-promotional-items-guaranteed-to-hit-the-right-note\/#From_target_group_to_article_%E2%80%93_how_to_select_the_right_product\" >From target group to article &#8211; how to select the right product<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/ixtreme.solutions\/en\/selecting-the-target-group-for-promotional-items-guaranteed-to-hit-the-right-note\/#The_right_question_as_a_basis\" >The right question as a basis<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-11\" href=\"https:\/\/ixtreme.solutions\/en\/selecting-the-target-group-for-promotional-items-guaranteed-to-hit-the-right-note\/#Product_categories_with_impact_potential\" >Product categories with impact potential<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-12\" href=\"https:\/\/ixtreme.solutions\/en\/selecting-the-target-group-for-promotional-items-guaranteed-to-hit-the-right-note\/#B2B_vs_B2C_%E2%80%93_Different_requirements\" >B2B vs. B2C &#8211; Different requirements<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-13\" href=\"https:\/\/ixtreme.solutions\/en\/selecting-the-target-group-for-promotional-items-guaranteed-to-hit-the-right-note\/#Personalized_promotional_items_%E2%80%93_when_branding_becomes_real_loyalty\" >Personalized promotional items &#8211; when branding becomes real loyalty<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-14\" href=\"https:\/\/ixtreme.solutions\/en\/selecting-the-target-group-for-promotional-items-guaranteed-to-hit-the-right-note\/#Personalization_as_a_brand_amplifier\" >Personalization as a brand amplifier<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-15\" href=\"https:\/\/ixtreme.solutions\/en\/selecting-the-target-group-for-promotional-items-guaranteed-to-hit-the-right-note\/#Options_for_individualization\" >Options for individualization<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-16\" href=\"https:\/\/ixtreme.solutions\/en\/selecting-the-target-group-for-promotional-items-guaranteed-to-hit-the-right-note\/#Avoid_pitfalls\" >Avoid pitfalls:<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-17\" href=\"https:\/\/ixtreme.solutions\/en\/selecting-the-target-group-for-promotional-items-guaranteed-to-hit-the-right-note\/#My_conclusion_successful_advertising_always_hits_the_heart_of_the_target_group\" >My conclusion: successful advertising always hits the heart of the target group<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-18\" href=\"https:\/\/ixtreme.solutions\/en\/selecting-the-target-group-for-promotional-items-guaranteed-to-hit-the-right-note\/#Haufige_Fragen_zum_Thema_Werbeartikel_Zielgruppe_wahlen\" >H\u00e4ufige Fragen zum Thema Werbeartikel Zielgruppe w\u00e4hlen<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-19\" href=\"https:\/\/ixtreme.solutions\/en\/selecting-the-target-group-for-promotional-items-guaranteed-to-hit-the-right-note\/#Information_from_haptic_advertising\" >Information from haptic advertising<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-20\" href=\"https:\/\/ixtreme.solutions\/en\/selecting-the-target-group-for-promotional-items-guaranteed-to-hit-the-right-note\/#Current_blog_posts_from_the_digital_world\" >Current blog posts from the digital world<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Why_understanding_target_groups_is_the_key_to_advertising_success\"><\/span>Why understanding target groups is the key to advertising success<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Promotional_items_only_work_with_relevance\"><\/span>Promotional items only work with relevance<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>One of the most common mistakes in the promotional product world is the &#8220;one-fits-all&#8221; mentality. An inexpensive mass-produced item is distributed to all customer groups &#8211; regardless of their interests, positions or usage behavior. The result? Scatter loss, wasted budget and zero impact.   <\/p>\n<p><strong>An effective promotional product is always a match between brand and person.<\/strong><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Brief_psychology_of_the_target_group_What_works_for_whom\"><\/span>Brief psychology of the target group: What works for whom?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li>Tech-savvy target groups enjoy clever gadgets (e.g. <a href=\"https:\/\/ixtreme.solutions\/en\/chargers\/\">wireless chargers<\/a>)<\/li>\n<li>Environmentally conscious consumers respond strongly to sustainable promotional items (e.g. recyclable notebooks)<\/li>\n<li>Entscheider Im B2B sch\u00e4tzen funktionale Wertigkeit (z.B. <a href=\"https:\/\/ixtreme.solutions\/en\/ballpoint-pen\/\">high-quality writing instruments<\/a> or organizers)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Buyer_persona_as_a_strategic_tool\"><\/span>Buyer persona as a strategic tool<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>Create a <a href=\"https:\/\/ixtreme.online\/woerterbuch-des-internets-digitales-woerterbuch\/#buyerpersona\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">buyer persona<\/a> for each target group. What values, needs and media habits characterize them? From this, you can derive targeted promotional items that not only stand out &#8211; but also <strong>generate an emotional response<\/strong>.  <\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"The_strategic_approach_%E2%80%93_embedding_promotional_products_in_your_marketing_strategy\"><\/span>The strategic approach &#8211; embedding promotional products in your marketing strategy<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"The_role_of_promotional_products_in_the_marketing_mix\"><\/span>The role of promotional products in the marketing mix<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>Promotional items are often seen as a &#8220;nice to have&#8221; &#8211; but they are an <strong>integral part of below-the-line marketing<\/strong>. Especially in <a href=\"https:\/\/ixtreme.solutions\/werbeartikel-zielgruppe-waehlen-so-treffen-sie-garantiert-den-richtigen-ton\/\">combination with trade fairs<\/a>, direct mailings or loyalty programs, they can have an enormous impact. <\/p>\n<p><strong>Tip<\/strong>: Treat promotional items not just as giveaways, but as a deliberately planned instrument of your campaign.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Clearly_define_goals_events_and_messages\"><\/span>Clearly define goals, events and messages<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>Ask yourself these questions before making your choice:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>What do I want to achieve with the promotional item (e.g. brand awareness, customer loyalty, lead generation)?<\/li>\n<li>In what context is it handed over? (e.g. trade fair, mailing, annual financial statements) <\/li>\n<li>What message should it convey? (e.g. innovative strength, sustainability, exclusivity) <\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"KPIs_%E2%80%93_How_to_make_the_success_of_promotional_products_measurable\"><\/span>KPIs &#8211; How to make the success of promotional products measurable<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><strong>Haptic advertising<\/strong> can also be evaluated: <\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Response rates for campaigns (e.g. QR code on the article)<\/li>\n<li>Time spent at the stand (before and after use of the article)<\/li>\n<li>Recall of brand or campaign in follow-up surveys<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"From_target_group_to_article_%E2%80%93_how_to_select_the_right_product\"><\/span>From target group to article &#8211; how to select the right product<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"The_right_question_as_a_basis\"><\/span>The right question as a basis<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>Start with this checklist:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>What problems or wishes does my target group have in everyday life?<\/li>\n<li>What does she use regularly &#8211; and what is she genuinely happy about?<\/li>\n<li>Which product best conveys my brand values?<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Product_categories_with_impact_potential\"><\/span>Product categories with impact potential<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Office supplies<\/strong> : For B2B customers with high frequency of use<\/li>\n<li><strong>Outdoor &amp; Travel<\/strong> : Ideal for sporty or mobile target groups<\/li>\n<li><strong>Technology &amp; accessories <\/strong> : Functionality meets high memorable value<\/li>\n<li><strong>Sustainable promotional products<\/strong> : For brands with an environmental focus<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"B2B_vs_B2C_%E2%80%93_Different_requirements\"><\/span>B2B vs. B2C &#8211; Different requirements<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>While the <strong>B2C segment<\/strong> is often about emotionality and lifestyle, <strong> functionality and quality<\/strong> are usually decisive in the <strong>B2B environment.<\/strong> A handy laser pointer with a USB stick function can make more of an impression on business customers than ten standard coolies. <\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Personalized_promotional_items_%E2%80%93_when_branding_becomes_real_loyalty\"><\/span>Personalized promotional items &#8211; when branding becomes real loyalty<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Personalization_as_a_brand_amplifier\"><\/span>Personalization as a brand amplifier<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>A neutral item with a logo is okay &#8211; a <strong>customized promotional item<\/strong> is better. Why? Because it shows that you have engaged with your target group. <strong>Personalized promotional items<\/strong> create loyalty, boost brand value and increase the recommendation rate.  <\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Options_for_individualization\"><\/span>Options for individualization<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Name or initials of the recipient<\/strong><\/li>\n<li><strong>Color selection according to target group preference<\/strong><\/li>\n<li><strong>Packaging with a personal message<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><strong>Example<\/strong>: A <a href=\"https:\/\/ixtreme.solutions\/en\/drinking-bottles\/\">classy thermos flask<\/a> with the customer&#8217;s name and a personalized greeting card looks like a gift &#8211; not a giveaway.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Avoid_pitfalls\"><\/span>Avoid pitfalls:<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li>Too much personalization can be expensive and inefficient<\/li>\n<li>Make sure that the customization matches the CI of your brand<\/li>\n<li>Pay attention to quality: personalized cheap items quickly look unprofessional<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"My_conclusion_successful_advertising_always_hits_the_heart_of_the_target_group\"><\/span>My conclusion: successful advertising always hits the heart of the target group<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>A promotional item is not a gimmick, but a strategic tool. If you cleverly link <strong> target group, message and brand values<\/strong>, you can achieve more with promotional items than with many digital measures. The decisive factor is not only <strong> what<\/strong> you give away, but to <strong>whom<\/strong> &#8211; and <strong>why<\/strong>.  <\/p>\n<p>Whether it&#8217;s a sustainable notepad or an elegant technology item: If you know your target group precisely, you can advertise with pinpoint accuracy &#8211; and leave a lasting impression.[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_row_inner][vc_column_inner width=&#8221;1\/2&#8243;][vc_column_text css=&#8221;&#8221; woodmart_inline=&#8221;no&#8221; text_larger=&#8221;no&#8221;]<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Haufige_Fragen_zum_Thema_Werbeartikel_Zielgruppe_wahlen\"><\/span>H\u00e4ufige Fragen zum Thema Werbeartikel Zielgruppe w\u00e4hlen<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>[\/vc_column_text]\n\t\t<div id=\"wd-689477f86f2e2\" class=\"wd-accordion wd-wpb wd-rs-689477f86f2e2  wd-style-default wd-titles-left wd-opener-pos-left wd-opener-style-arrow\" data-state=\"first\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"wd-accordion-item\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"wd-accordion-title wd-role-btn wd-active font-primary wd-fontsize-m wd-font-weight-500\" data-accordion-index=\"0\" tabindex=\"0\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"wd-accordion-title-text\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tWhat makes a promotional item really effective?\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"wd-accordion-opener\"><\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"wd-accordion-content wd-entry-content wd-active\" data-accordion-index=\"0\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p>It must fit the target group, the occasion and the brand message. Relevance and emotional connection are decisive &#8211; not the price.<\/p>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"wd-accordion-item\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"wd-accordion-title wd-role-btn font-primary wd-fontsize-m wd-font-weight-500\" data-accordion-index=\"1\" tabindex=\"0\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"wd-accordion-title-text\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tHow do I analyze my target group for promotional products correctly?\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"wd-accordion-opener\"><\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"wd-accordion-content wd-entry-content\" data-accordion-index=\"1\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p>Use buyer personas, customer surveys and existing data. Think in terms of needs, everyday situations and values.<\/p>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"wd-accordion-item\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"wd-accordion-title wd-role-btn font-primary wd-fontsize-m wd-font-weight-500\" data-accordion-index=\"2\" tabindex=\"0\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"wd-accordion-title-text\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tWhich promotional items are suitable for trade fairs and which for customer loyalty?\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"wd-accordion-opener\"><\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"wd-accordion-content wd-entry-content\" data-accordion-index=\"2\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p>Eye-catching, useful giveaways work well at trade fairs. 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