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Written by JJewell
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 Recently, a few of us from BuyOnlineNow were invited to Fellowes headquarters near Chicago to learn more about their company and their products and to make demonstration videos of some of their paper shredders. It was very interesting to see the main offices, learn more of the history of Fellowes and to take a tour through their manufacturing facilities where we saw Fellowes products actually being produced. We met with many representatives who gave us in depth product showcases and generally helped us understand more about the items they made. To relax and unwind at the end of the day, the plan was to go and see the Chicago Cubs play the Houston Astros at the "Friendly Confines" of Wrigley Field. After a quick and hearty dinner near the ballpark we went in and watched the game. We had excellent seats and everyone who came along seemed to be really enjoying themselves. We sat very close to the Cubs bullpen and had a great view of the pitchers warming up. Even though the forecast predicted rain, we got very lucky and the only "pouring" that occured was done by the vendors carrying around the Old Style and Budweiser. After the game we made our way out of Wrigley to a bar across the street to have a quick nightcap before heading back to the hotel and getting some rest. One of us mentioned possibly getting something to eat, but apparently the tavern we had chosen would only serve us food if we moved our party inside from the patio which was closing. Instead we just decided to pile in the van and make our way back. We did, in fact, have to be back to Fellowes fairly early the next morning, so it was decided we could maybe stop for something quick on the way back or even just hold off until breakfast.
 It wasn't very far down the road we had driven when someone mentioned something about burritos. Not thirty seconds later, the same one of us who mentioned eating in the first place, and who was now driving the van, noticed a white and blue glow out of the corner of his eye and was drawn to it like a moth to the flames. Before any of us knew what was happening, or could offer any protest, we found ourselves in the long line at the White Castle drive through. I can't speak for any of the other passengers of the van, but based on my own personal experiences, I immediately started to get a little nervous and started sweating profusely. I knew how much power each White Castle slider held, what they would do to me and how hard it would be to deny the tiny square onion grilled buttons of goodness, but it was too late for that now.
 After waiting in the drive through line for a few tense minutes, it was deemed that going inside would be the wisest choice, in an otherwise unwise situation. The only girl in our crew was chosen to go in and do the ordering for the simple reason that she was "closest to the door." Keep in mind it is approaching midnight and we aren't in the nicest neighborhood in Chicago. After waiting another few long minutes, I figured I should go in and offer my help in carrying out the 20 plus sliders, a few orders of fries and a couple of cokes. I can easily count on one hand how many times I've eaten at White Castle, but never before have I been witness to the magic involved in producing those delicious little sliders. Cooked on a bed of onions, the small square patties are then covered with pickles and placed inside a miniature bun. Judging by the look on the cook's face, making the burgers isn't nearly as interesting as watching them being made. As we waited patiently for our order, we saw at least 200 sliders go out. It was unbelievable. Finally, after an amazing 45 minutes had gone by, our "Crave Case" was ready, though it seemed like only a few minutes had passed as I sat transfixed behind the protective glass next to the grill station. The head chef called for our "four orders of fries, please!" but you could tell she didn't really mean the "please." We made our way to the waiting van outside and passed the sliders out to the eager hands inside.
 Because I knew from specific personal experiences that White Castle sliders do not by any means agree with me, I resisted for a while in actually partaking in the feast. However, it wasn't long till that delicious aroma of onions and meat filled the van and the glorious echo of lips smacking lulled my senses into giving into the sweet, sinful temptation of a White Castle slider . I decided to have just one, figuring I would be fine (wrong), and I can still remember how amazing the flavor was. I figured that this is what Adam must've felt like when he took a bite of the apple in the garden of eden. I knew I would possibly regret my decision, but it just tasted so good.
 Looking back, I think what I learned from the whole experience is that the people from Fellowes were awesome and really went out of their way to show us their products and treat us well and I look forward to the next time I get to see them all. Also I learned that stopping at White Castle at midnight for a quick meal isn't always necessarily very quick, but watching them make the sliders makes the time go by a lot faster than waiting in the van. And even though that one slider I ate didn't sit well in my stomach and I didn't feel like I was 100% for the next 24 hours, if you asked me whether I would do it all again, I'd have to say, yes, I certainly would. |
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Written by JJewell
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 BuyOnlineNow.com is continuing their tradition of being one of America's top online office supply retailers. For the 4th year in a row, BuyOnlineNow has been recognized on Inc. Magazine's list of fastest growing companies in America. Rochester, MN (PRWEB) August 26, 2008 -- BuyOnlineNow.com appears on Inc. Magazine's list of the fastest growing American companies for the fourth consecutive year. While many businesses are resorting to desperate measures to stay afloat during our country's current period of economic instability, BuyOnlineNow has managed to continue their rapid growth in the office supplies and office furniture industry. Conducting business strictly online, and holding their reputation for excellent customer service in very high regard are some ways that BuyOnlineNow has been able to stand tall while so many of their contemporaries are falling. BuyOnlineNow carries a giant selection of products ranging from staplers and ball point pens to desks, office chairs and paper shredders.
BuyOnlineNow ranks at number 1,273 on the Inc. 5000, based on a year over year growth of 297.7% from 2004 through 2007. Revenue in 2004 was 4.8 million dollars and reached up to 19.2 million dollars in 2007. Customer service has always been, and continues to be, the main focus of the company. Offering unequalled levels of customer service has really given BuyOnlineNow the opportunity to set itself apart from so many of their competitors. Having a proud and knowledgeable staff that genuinely enjoys helping people has not only generated sales, but has also helped to build a solid and loyal customer base. Director of Sales, Mark Melius notes, "the goal of every single person at BuyOnlineNow.com is to do whatever it takes to provide our customers with the Ultimate Customer Service Experience. It starts with our marketing department getting the customer to our site, continues with our IT department making sure the order flows through our system properly and ultimately ends with our customer service team ensuring the customer's complete satisfaction". Over the last couple of years, BuyOnlineNow has been forming strong relationships with many manufacturers, including 3M, Fellowes and Hon among others, which have allowed them to bring significant savings to thousands of in-demand items. Paired with this is their volume savings program which allows buyers to save on bulk orders, and a recent 10th anniversary sale, created to give something back to their loyal customers. The design of BuyOnlineNow.com is based on a strong commitment to usability and a simple, straightforward look. Ideas on what the website should look like come from a thought process based on trying to step into the customer's shoes and providing everything they expect without cluttering up the page with unnecessary and annoying images. There is a very heavy focus on content and product information as well as a strong emphasis on maintaining detailed images for all the items. BuyOnlineNow.com has also recently been included in the Internet Retailer Top 500 Guide of the largest online retail stores as well as in The Proficiency Post for topping the US office products industry in productivity with a remarkable $578,000 in sales per employee. Melius adds: "we've built a team that's truly second to none in the industry, and trust me when I say that we've only just begun". About BuyOnlineNow.com: Starting as a tiny office supply store over ten years ago, run by just one man, BuyOnlineNow has grown by leaps and bounds to be considered one of the industry heavyweights in the office product field. Products are shipped from multiple warehouses throughout the United States and for Canadian customers, BuyOnlineNow.ca was opened in 2007. For more information visit our web site: http://www.buyonlinenow.com. |
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Written by JJewell
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 As the emphasis towards ergonomics in the workplace grows, many people are looking for new ways to attain comfort at their desk. While using a nice ergonomic office chair is very important, it can also be a good idea to use a footrest. Not only are many footrests available that adjust to match your body’s specific characteristics, but they also can be made from material designed to provide a high level of comfort to the soles of your feet. This can mean a soft carpet material, or even therapeutic bumps which massage your feet as you work.
Most ergonomic footrests at the very least are tilt adjustable, while some even offer height adjustability and can be locked in at the perfect position. There are even heated footrests available that keep your feet toasty warm even on the coldest winter days. Footrests provide support for your legs and feet and also lend themselves to a new concept, active sitting. Active sitting is the idea that you can get a lot more out of yourself while sitting at a desk. By making small movements and repeating motions throughout the day, you can improve balance and posture, stay more alert and focused and possibly even burn calories and lose weight. Some people also swear that by using inflatable exercise balls as alternatives to their office chairs, they have increased core strength and relieved some chronic back pains. Footrests are available from many popular manufacturers including Rubbermaid, Safco, Fellowes, 3M and more. |
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Written by LWeis
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 3M has some secrets, and they’re ready to share them with you! With a whole line of Post-it products that feature convenience along with originality, 3M can help you organize yourself while at work!
Post-it offers an interactive feature at their website MyPostItSecret.com. On this website you can get secrets to benefit you while at work. Along with work tips, this site offers school tips (for those interns out there) and tips for home life. There is a “Find Secrets” activity for each category. Lauren, who demonstrates the work area, lets us navigate around her office to find 7 Secrets that come along with unique tips. Both School and Home categories have characters that help to give you different tips for similar products. Each section features the Super Sticky Notes and multiple ways to use them for each situation’s advantage. These notes are perfect for reminders to stick onto nearly any surface. When you are finished finding all of the secrets, you can sign up for their sweepstakes and download a 30-Day Free Trial of Post-it Digital Notes. After using these for about a week I have been able to remember appointments that I have, projects that need to get done, and even needing to write this blog post! If your desk is cluttered, these Digital Notes are a great way to keep reminders – and they even have an alarm on them! |
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Written by JJewell
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 Using a custom binder for meetings, sales presentations or even personal use, adds a whole other layer of professionalism than when just using standard ring binders. With Avery Signature Custom Binders you can quickly and easily design a custom binder with no minimum quantity requirements that will be ready to be shipped to you in 5 business days.
The design process is broken down to 5 easy steps. First you choose a template, then you create the look of your binder using photos, clip art, logos and text. All that’s left is previewing the binder and placing the order. While seeing custom binders being used in businesses is very common, now you can make a binder specifically for yourself. Whether you want to impress a certain client, or maybe create a special photo album for your wedding, Avery custom binders give you the options you need. 
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Written by The Temp
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 The two main complaints among people working in cubicles are lack of privacy and number of distractions they have to deal with. It is said that a person is interrupted 73 times during a typical workday between emails, phone calls, conversations and quick questions that are never very quick. The Quartet cubicle privacy screen is the answer to both of these complaints.
The Quartet privacy screen puts a barrier between unwanted distractions and serious work. These screens turn any cubicle into a distraction free and interruption free work area. An ultra-light translucent plastic screen secures to the inside or outside of any cubicle panel creating a distraction free barrier in minutes. The screen slides over the cubicle panel when not in use for easy storage.
Leave messages or post special information for coworkers on the dry erase board with built in marker tray. Also comes with a nameplate to distinguish whose cubicle it is or what department it belongs to. Quartet privacy screens come in Premium and Lightweight models and are designed to work with full size cubicles that are 65” high.
The Quartet premium workstation privacy screen is on wheels and covers most of your cubicle entry, while the lightweight cubicle privacy screen is a little smaller, and attaches directly to your cubicle.
The Quartet privacy screen is the answer if you are frustrated with all the distractions that make it difficult for you to get all your work done. Quartet privacy screens are just one of many different cubicle supplies that you can use to make your workplace more comfortable and give your work area a more personal feel. |
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Written by LWeis
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 What better way to celebrate 10 years of service than having a huge 10th Anniversary Sale! There are over 18,000 items on sale in order to thank you, the customer, for your ongoing loyalty. The sale has been so successful that we are extending it an extra month, so hurry and take advantage of these sale items now – the sale only lasts until August 31st.
There are many items for sale on the website, including a Sparco Folding Platform Truck. Do you ever find yourself unable to lift things easily in your office? Do you find yourself making multiple trips in order to transport items to and from a storage area? If so, then this Folding Platform Truck is just the answer for you! Transporting 660 pounds at a time, this truck has a PVC Surround Bumper that helps protect walls and furniture and a handle that folds down easily for storage. I can give my own personal satisfaction statement about this item. As a summer intern here, I also have a job at college working in the admissions office. We use the Folding Platform Truck to transport large, heavy boxes with books, pamphlets, and envelopes from the storage room downstairs to the office upstairs. Instead of making 4 or 5 trips, this incredibly useful truck allows me to make only one trip. When finished with it, I am able to easily fold it away and tuck it behind the door, allowing more room to work on other projects. Another popular sale item is the Swingline Red Stapler , as made famous in the movie “Office Space”. This ergonomic stapler is not only very useful to staple up to 20 sheets of paper, but is sure to be an eye catcher and the envy of the office. But these are just two of the 18,000+ items for sale on our website. In order to see some of the most popular items and many more – visit our office supply website and begin to take advantage of these fantastic deals as our anniversary gift to you! |
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