Gifts for the Newly Weds

Wedding Season is here and you have no idea what to get for all of the newly weds. The key to giving to newly weds is to keep the gift appropriate for everyone in the family. It is also important to keep the gift enjoyable and useful for both the bride and the groom. For example, if the new couple is moving into a new home they could use a pots and pans organizer or a wine rack for their kitchen. Another great gift for newly weds, is a nice relaxing spa day. Try the perfectly pampered spa gift set for the gift of a day with peace and serenity for the newly weds.

Or why not just give a gift that purely says “congratulations!” with the wedding wishes gift set? This includes a picture frame, sparkling apple cider,  gourmet snacks and more.

 

For more ideas, click here.

Father’s Day 2012

Father’s Day is quickly approaching and it’s time to think about how to tell dad that he is appreciated. Father’s Day can be a great way to get that much needed quality time with dad or just to say thank you! Some fun activities to do may vary depending on what your dad’s personality. For dad’s that may enjoy the outdoors, try fishing, golfing or going to an outdoor music festival. In that case he may enjoy the Fisherman-Creel gift set or the Golf Delights gift-set. Or maybe your dad is always hard at work or traveling, and could use a nice relaxing day at the spa? Then treat him to a day at the spa. Another great way to celebrate Father’s Day is to have a family movie night. If he is a real movie lover than he will enjoy our movie gift set. Does your father enjoy cooking? Try cooking together or take a cooking class! While you are cooking together, enjoy some gourmet treats from our Fancy Food gift basket. For each dad, there is a fun way to celebrate your special relationship with him and a gift for even the “impossible to buy for dad.”

Getting organized

Getting organized in your home or office can be overwhelming, and may appear harder than it is once you get started. They key to good organization, it took things in small steps. Start by clearing off your desk and organizing your papers with GoGoods stack and style kit. Our kit will allow you to organize your folders, papers and pens all in one place. Another organization tip is to have a designated place for certain items. At home, you could organize your kitchen by using GoGoods pot racks or wine and glass racks. These products will help organize one area at a time. For more tips on how to organize your home and office click here. 

GoGoods! Food Industry Gloves

In the food industry, not only is the quality of food and customer satisfaction of high importance, but also the proper handling and preparation of food to obtain health code standards. The Food and Drug administration is the agency that provides and sets these the standards for all other state, county and municipal governments’ food service regulations. 

In 2005, the FDA Food Code altered the standards to address the proper handling of food in the last stages of serving and preparation and said, “Food employees shall minimize bare hand and arm contact with non-prepackaged food that is in a ready to eat form.” This addresses the importance of using clean utinsels and gloves while contacting food before it is served.

While some states enforce a strict food code, others leave the use of protective gloves to the business owner’s discretion. Many businesses in the food service industry see the use of gloves as way to ensure customer satisfaction by meeting the FDA Food Code and by seeing the health standards in effective use. Just think, would you feel that your food is truly safe if you saw it being prepared without the proper gloves?

It can be safe to assume that the use of food service gloves are good for business and Food Code approval.  Be aware that to ensure proper food health and safety, it is best use vinyl gloves in the food industry rather than latex, to protect customers with latex allergies. GoGoods! provides both latex and vinyl gloves in multiple sizes and a powder or powder-freeoption.

Remember, it is important to wash hands between glove changes. Here are some tips provided by the Mayo Clinic on how to properly wash hands:

• Wet your hands with running water.
• Apply liquid, bar or powder soap.
• Lather well.
• Rub your hands vigorously for at least 20 seconds. Remember to scrub all surfaces, including the backs of your hands, wrists, between your fingers and under your fingernails.
• Rinse well.
• Dry your hands with a clean or disposable towel or air dryer.
• If possible, use your towel to turn off the faucet.

GoGoods: Great for Nostalgia

When children these days are making their birthday wish list, they’re usually referencing the latest and greatest technology and video games. But why not try giving something that is unique, authentic and fun? Our vintage pedal cars are pure, simple entertainment – and sure to satisfy both children and collectors!

Having these classic beauties lying around the house won’t look like a cluttered mess, but more like a timeless antique fit for decorating. From our ’55 Classic Convertibles to our 1932 Police Cruiser Pedal Car, each one is historic and state-of-the-art.

Another great and unique gift for young children (or even an avid collector) that is sure to turn some heads are the pedal planes. Our beautiful Red Baron Pedal Plane is complete with high traction tires, non-slip pedals, spring-loaded chrome propeller and custom decals. Definitely not your average tricycle!

Isn’t it time to change up the modern-day gifts for a unique and beautiful classic that will keep the kids active and entertained for years and years to come?

Customer Service 2.0: Ensuring Spa Comfort

When clients feel comfortable, they are more likely to relax and truly enjoy their experience at your spa. With intimate treatments such as body wraps, massage or waxing, there are a variety of things that spas can do to encourage a high comfort-level. These include things such as having a laid-back attitude and tone, offering refreshments and ensuring your rooms and equipment are both clean and top quality.

Many businesses also offer disposable spa briefs to customers to wear during these treatments. Not only do these ensure that client’s undergarments do not get stained from spa oils or other products, they also offer a breathable, full-coverage, disposable alternative. The disposable stretch spa bikini underwear fills a growing need in the world’s spa industry. Clients want discrete, sanitary, comfortable coverage while the professional therapist has maximum access to treatment areas.

From waist sizes 20-65 to fit both men and women, and options from minimal to full-coverage, GoGoods has the perfect option for your spa. Please browse our options and consider trying these out – we know your clients will appreciate your thoughtfulness!

Customer Service 2.0: Protecting your biggest assets!

Hands are one of the most important parts of your body – and every precaution possible should be taken to keep them in tip-top shape.  That’s why GoGoods.com has such a large selection of latex gloves. From food service, to health care, to cleaning, to salons and spas – we’re here for your every need.

Latex gloves are most commonly used as a barrier against bacteria and viruses.  The more we discover how illnesses are passed from person to person the more precautious our society has become. It is now common for latex gloves to be used in food preparation, and many other services where contact is made between people and there is a chance for the transfer of germs or bodily fluids. For heavy duty cleaning or even household chores, they help protect chemicals and cleaners from entering cuts on hands or from drying out cuticles and nails. What easier clean up for auto technicians or other dirty jobs where employees regularly handle oil and grease? And check out this study done on gloves in the salon workplace that found workers were 17 more times likely to suffer skin conditions without wearing gloves.

There are many different grades and sizes of latex gloves. GoGoods latex gloves come in a variety of sizes, grades and materials depending on what task they are needed for. You can also choose if you’d like a powder coating on the interior of the glove to keep a better grip when hands start to sweat. And if you’re worried about latex allergies, we’ve got you covered. There’s a wide selection of nitrile gloves with the same quality as latex.

There are so many colors, options and amazing prices – feel free to browse our selection and see if GoGoods may have the perfect hand-protector for you!

Customer Service 2.0: GoGoods for Sports

Young or old, active or just accident-prone, cold compresses are something everyone should have on hand. As soon as possible after an injury, cold should be applied to constrict the blood vessels and reduce swelling and pain. The cold from an ice pack application also has an added benefit of providing pain relief.

Lately, GoGoods has been seeing orders for our cold compresses rush in from children’s gyms. It seems as if staff are realizing how much a simple cold pack can ease pain and crying! They are so easy to use – just squeeze and you instantly have 20 minutes of cold to apply to your injured area. And at just $79 for a case of 120, these are extremely cost-effective when considering how much they can boost your customer service. Daycares, dance studios, health care facilities and even schools should stay well-stocked with cold compresses to keep their clients happy and healthy!

But these are not only for businesses! Cold packs can also ease sort joint pain and are great for keeping around the house for your little football player or your do-it-yourself spouse. Trust us, they will definitely come in handy!

Customer Service 2.0: Pisces Presents

With Valentine’s Day just about over, it’s time to start thinking of the perfect gift for the Pisces in your life. Pisceans (February 20 to March 20) are imaginative, sensitive, kind and gentle. They are popular with others because of their easygoing and affectionate nature.

Very creative, Pisceans tend to withdraw into a dream world where their qualities can bring mental satisfaction and sometimes, fame and financial reward for they are extremely gifted artistically. They love indulging in literature, creating music or practicing art.

And what better way to relax and be creative than with the comfort the cozy feeling of feet warmers? Perfect for lounging around, these can help get the Pisces creative energy flowing.

Pisceans are known to be somewhat of homebodies. They are family-oriented and enjoy spending quality time with loved ones. They are emotional and romantic. Perhaps this movie night gift set could help set the tone for a relaxing evening at home with their partner or family?

Customer Service 2.0: The Mobile Shopping Trend

Quick – think of three people you know. Friends, family, co-workers, etc… Got it?

Now think about what types of phones they have…

For the majority of people reading this blog, we bet most of you say all three have smart phones. If that’s not the case, well, we give it another year at most.

With online shopping nearly becoming the “norm,” smart phones have brought a completely new way to purchase items.  We’ve seen people shopping in their cars, while they’re on a call, even comparing items and prices while they’re in the store! It literally takes just minutes!

Check out these mind-blowing statistics on mobile shopping:

• The biggest jump to mobile shopping was from $396 million in 2008 to $1.2 billion in 2009. (ABI Research)
• In December 2011, 14.6 percent of all online sessions on a retailer’s site were initiated from a mobile device, more than double the rate of 5.6 percent over this same period in 2010.  (IBM Report)
• In 2015, shoppers around the world are expected to spend about $119 billion on goods and services purchased via mobile phones. That number represents about 8% of the total e-commerce market. (ABI Research)

Businesses around the globe are scrambling to optimize their sites for mobile commerce, GoGoods jumped on the trend back in August with the launch of http://mobi.gogoods.com. Bookmark it! With the quickly approaching Valentine’s Day holiday and abundance of birthdays, parties and other occasions throughout 2012, you’ll need a quick, easy reference for amazing gift ideas.