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Stitches' State of the Industry


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Video feature: Stitches Editor Nicole Rollender and Staff Writer Dave Vagnoni talk about some of the surprising findings in the second-annual Stitches State of the Industry survey including how embroiderers rate the decorated apparel industry during these tight economic times and how theyre investing their dollars.

Stitches State of the Industry 2010

Stitches' State of the Industry report is Stitches' second-annual decorated apparel industry survey designed as a how-to manual for decorators and digitizers. By Robert Carey, Shane Dale, Brian Greul, Jimmy Lamb, Nicole Rollender and Dave Vagnoni. Research by Larry Basinait, ASI. All statistics included within the Stitches State of the Industry 2010 report are exclusive ASI research.

Stitches SOI

Introduction


Decorators of all sizes are confident 2010 is the year the economy will start to swing upright again.
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Sales Strategies

Sales Strategies


Top strategies to grow your bottom line.
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Marketing

Marketing


Best buzz-building techniques.
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Social Networking

Social Networking


How to connect with clients in cyberspace.
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Hot Markets

Hot Markets

Who's buying decorated apparel.
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Customers

Customers


Top client-retention and prospecting tips.
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Competitive Advantage

Competitive Advantage


How to beat the competition.
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Operations

Operations


Tips to streamline your shop.
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Capital Investments

Capital Investments


Equipment and software to build your business.
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Personnel

Personnel


How to hire a top-notch team.
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Trends

Trends


Insider secrets to grow your business.
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Production & Pricing

Production & Pricing


Smart production and pricing strategies.
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Downloadable MP3 Podcasts

Get business tips on the go. Stitches Editor Nicole Rollender discusses Stitches' State of the Industry survey results -- and how you can use them to boost your business this year. To listen to the MP3, simply click on the MP3 icon. To download it, simply right-click on the icon and Save Target As to your computer.

Sales Podcast

Sales


Learn how to entice new customers in under a minute, with the perfect elevator pitch

Marketing Podcast

Marketing


Learn how budget-friendly e-marketing might be a great option for your business.

Hot Markets Podcast

Hot Markets


What markets are still buying a lot of decorated apparel? We've got the answers.


Social Media Podcast

Social Media


Facebook, Twitter and blogs are great ways to reach new clients online. Get tips on how to use them.
 
Editor's Letter

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Home-based shops, retail operations and big contract shops are confident 2010 is going to be a great year.
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