Holiday Card Messages to Send to Your Customers

Finding ways to build upon your client/customer relationships as a small business owner can be important for a strong relationship all year long. With the holidays around the corner, sending a personalized memento, such as a holiday card, can be a great way to show you care and that you value their patronage. But the … Continued

The UPS Store Gives Back

When It Comes To Helping Starlight Children’s Foundation® Canada, The UPS Store Really Delivers At The UPS Store, our franchisees in Canada work to provide solutions and world class customer service in the over 360 communities that we serve. Each of our locations is franchisee-owned, which means there is a family business behind every door. … Continued

What to Know about Shipping Food Across Borders

2025 Advisory Notice: With the suspension of the de minimis exemption for shipping to the US, The UPS Store can not accept packages containing any form of food products destined for the US at this time. We look forward to reinstating this service as soon as possible and apologize for any inconvenience this may cause. … Continued

Postcards & Invitations

Let us handle all your printing needs. The UPS Store offers full service printing on a variety of print jobs including postcard and invitation printing Need to tell your customers about a new business venture, big sale or promotional event? The UPS Store offers high quality postcard printing to help you market your product or … Continued

Creative Customer Inserts to Include in Your Holiday Shipments

The holiday season can be a busy time for small business owners, but it can also be a catalyst for meaningful customer connections. As orders come in, going the extra mile and including “thank you” inserts in your shipments can help you stand out, embrace the spirit of appreciation, and foster lasting customer relationships. Although … Continued

Employee Retention Strategies for Small Businesses

Did you know that the cost of replacing a frontline employee (someone who interacts directly with customers or clients) can be 40% of their salary? For small business owners, high employee turnover can impact your budget and potentially divert your focus away from other important responsibilities as you spend time re-hiring and onboarding new employees. … Continued

How Small Business Owners Can Turn Packaging into Marketing

Applying unique and creative marketing ideas to your small business can help you stand out from competitors while highlighting your brand’s story and overall identity to customers. Although packaging might not seem like an obvious marketing tool, it can showcase your branding while enhancing the customer experience. Putting effort into your packaging can help your … Continued

Top 5 Holiday Shipping Tips You Need to Know

2025 Advisory Notice: With the suspension of the de minimis exemption for shipping to the US, The UPS Store can not accept packages containing any form of food products destined for the US at this time. We look forward to reinstating this service as soon as possible and apologize for any inconvenience this may cause. … Continued

How to Create In-Store Ambience

First impressions can go a long way in business, especially in brick-and-mortar stores. When customers enter your small business, they are likely already forming assumptions based on what they see in front of them. It’s important to think about what message you want to convey. How do you want them to feel while they are … Continued

Is a Coworking Space Right for Your Small Business Employees?

As a small business owner, ensuring your employees are supported so they can work efficiently and produce quality work is key, and the environment in which they’re working can play a role. Coworking spaces have become a viable option for businesses who either work remotely or are looking to add more in-person collaboration and communication … Continued