PETER SHANKMAN
| POSTED ON September 10th, 2010 | 40 COMMENTS | + ADD YOUR COMMENT |
As I start to do more and more video (both online and TV – Did someone say “series?” Not me… I have no idea what you’re talking about…) I’m finding that I’m drinking more and more coffee.
It’s sort of becoming a thing with me – If I’m doing TV, I need a cup of coffee. Fine, call it an addiction, if you need to.
So… Because what’s life, if not a branding effort, do you want your company’s logo on TV with me?
Just send me a coffee mug. Each time I do a segment, be it online or on TV, I’ll be drinking a cup of coffee out of a new mug. Got a cool one for your company? Let me see it!
Send it over to me, and be sure to wrap it really, really well! Include your email address in the package if you want me to notify you when it’s being used.
Send it over to:
The Geek Factory, Inc.
ATTN: Peter Shankman
601 W. 57th St.
30-E
New York, NY 10019
Sound like a plan? And don’t worry about sending me coffee – I’m a Tassimo junkie – I’ve got more than enough coffee. Now I just need some super-cool mugs to drink it from!
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Are you a righty or a lefty? (So we know which side to put the logo on…) |
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What an Awesome idea…If more guys like you thought this way more and more small business owners could get some much need exposure…I will be sending one over as soon as I get some made… Thanks, Peter. |
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That is sooooo freaking cool of you, Peter! A real “Do Good” on your part. |
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Classic Peter idea. Love it. And you would be surprised people notice that stuff. When I have my Einsteins or Starbucks or “The Oatmeal” cup/mug on my show, I always get a comment. |
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The best part is you aren’t charging for it. Pretty great opportunity for people with eye catching logos. |
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Peter – FABULOUS idea (not surprised you thought of it!). One Be Good to People mug on the way…do you prefer a stainless steel tumbler since you’re always on the go, or a desktop ceramic mug? |
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Peter, |
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Hi, I hope this isn’t too forward but if I can help anyone with Branding some funky mugs, please shoot me an email. I’m the Idea Ambassador and can offer anyone who mentions Peter 10% off their custom mug order. Or if you just need ideas, I can help with that too. No charge, let’s brainstorm. Thanks Peter for always putting others first. |
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One SCHOTT coffee mug on it’s way! Great idea, Peter. Can’t wait to see where our mug ends up. |
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But of course, a great idea from you – our mug is being sent out today!! |
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This is an excellent example of how well promotional products work! Here’s a tip for purchasing logo mugs: ALWAYS have the logo printed on both sides. You should not have to pay extra to do this; ask for the wrap! |
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Coffee mugs are great free publicity–every time we went on one of the local morning news shows, we brought coffee mugs for the anchors–large, 20 oz. barrel mugs with our logo very prominently displayed. They were big hits because they were so large. At one point, we had three of the four local network morning shows using our mugs on the air. Awesome! Our website hit count went up dramatically, and the donations to our nonprofit computer donation/refurbishment program went up dramatically as a result. So good on you! |
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Mugs in the mail! Thanks Phyllis for the post! |
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great idea!! Our non-profit school, Imagine Academy for Autism, could sure use some more exposure. Thanks for always putting the little guys first!! |
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Brilliant! Almost as good as your using your laptop to sell banner ads (the primo marketing idea).! |
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The question: if my TV show sends you a mug… can you use it on another TV show? (we’re sending you one anyway….) |
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I always knew you were a nice guy. This is just another thing that proves it! You think of helping others. I’ll be sending you my Pencil Bugs mug. Did I tell you my book just got published too? You should buy one. :) |
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We will be sending a couple of mugs your way -and we can also get them made for anyone who needs them. We have great pricing, quick turnaround, and really, really good pricing. |
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Fantastic Idea! You’re always great at sparking ideas for others. I’ll send you two. One of my app company and one of my animation company. |
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Great idea, you’ll be getting one from AFSC, the Quaker nonprofit building peace and justice for over 90 years,A |
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Great idea – we’re the Quaker-based peace and justice organization, so we’ll take all the exposure we can get. |
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LOL – remember seeing the pop cans off to the side of your video – obvious you’re always drinking! Will have to send you a coffee mug. |
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What an Awesome and generous idea. Gotta love it. |
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I can’t say enough good things about you! Our mugs aren’t cool (I can’t change that) but I’m sending you one anyway. |
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Very cool Peter! I want to echo the question that Kris asked, “Do you prefer a stainless steel tumbler since you’re always on the go, or a desktop ceramic mug?” |
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Genius! and free, too? Pssh! (off to muggify myself…) :) |
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Ok Peter, my Mom 4 Life mug is on it’s way ;). I know you will love showing this one off;)!! |
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What does a coffee mug say about your business? (unless you’re in the business of coffee) Or post-it notes? Sure they have your logo on it. But a brand is more than a logo. Here are a few ideas that really connect the premium with the company and the recipient. Sure, it may not last as long as the coffee mug, but we think your clients will like it a whole lot more. |
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This is awesome of you to do, Peter! Watch for an MGBS Global mug to come your way. And if you are doing a segment on Green Businesses, or commercial energy conservation, it’d be awesome if you’d feature it that day/week! Happy to send whatever info you might need. Thanks and hope all is well with you! |
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Can we still send in a mug or are you sick of all the mugs that you received? |
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