From dogs and fish to houses and teeth, we have custom shaped name tags to meet any and every need. No matter your business, organization or even for personal use, we have something just for you.
Name tags are meant to be personal, they are meant to be unique. They have your name on them after all, so why not make them a little extra special? At Name Tag, Inc. you can choose a custom shape for your laser engraved plastic name tags with practically any shape you would like. Our unique, custom shaped name tags allow you to create a name tag that represents your company or cause completely and exclusively.
Highlight the shape of your logo. Or, simply draw more attention to it by choosing from one of our custom designs. Choose from a variety of stock shapes, such as an oval or a circle. While we have many stock shapes, if we don’t have what you need, our design team is ready to help. Our team will work with you on a shape to meet your specifications. They will also help out with those extra little ideas.
Adding Logos to Custom Shaped Tags
For those wanting their brand or logo to really stand out, the custom shaped name tags are definitely the way to go. Provide us with your logo and give us a list of names and titles of employees or volunteers to customize each name tag.
Now that you’ve gone to the trouble of requesting a personalized, engraved plastic name tag and provided a list of names and the perfect logo that represents your company or cause, you can add that extra bit of flair with a shape that will really make you stand out.
Make them YOU!
A name tag with a custom shape, color and size makes a visual verification of the name tag easier. These name tags draw the customers’ eyes straight to you, leaving them with nothing to wonder. The different shapes or sizes will help make your name tag stand out from the crowd. Just let your imagination run wild and design a badge that will separate you from your competition.
Name tags serve as a friendly greeting, a statement of your name, and, more importantly, a direct line from you to your end consumer or goal; such a simple yet efficient idea. Wear it around your neck or on your shirt. Alternatively, place it on your desk as a name plate. A name tag identifies who you represent and your purpose or presentation.
Customer service companies use name tags so that customers can identify employees at a quick glance. Professional organizations where employees do not wear uniforms may use name tags as a way of distinguishing or identifying themselves.
The Simple Use of a Name Tag
By wearing a name tag, customers learn your identity. This displays pride in your name, which can represent you, your company or your mission. In any case, it signals seriousness and commitment to your name or purpose. A name tag communicates to customers and those around you what you stand for.
While the presentation is simple, the message goes way beyond that. A name tag can spark curiosity. Using only a first name allows the consumer to ask more in depth questions, helping them learn about you.
Identifying yourself with a name tag makes a statement. It tells those around you that you take pride in your name and are pleased to represent yourself or your cause. A name tag is not only your name but can include more explanation about your purpose. Perhaps there is a title, maybe one that has been earned, worthy of display.
By wearing a name tag, you become the face of your purpose, representing it to everyone around you. This benefits both you and your mission, allowing customers to connect a face to a name. People often say a picture is worth a thousand words, and your smile together with your name tag tells that story. Wear your name tag proudly, and let it serve its purpose.
After starting from humble beginnings, Coller Industries Incorporated is proud to announce 20 years of being in personal identification business!
Coller Industries Incorporated started as a part-time retirement business in the Coller’s basement and quickly turned into a nationally recognized brand for personal identification products. From name tags and name plates to ribbons, lanyards and signs, Coller Industries is a one-stop-shop for all needs pertaining to these personalized products. With 20 years now in the industry, Coller Industries provides their customers with outstanding customer service and guaranteed products.
Find all of your identification needs:
Name tags for employees, volunteers or party goers
Reusable badges for high turn over positions or one time use needs
Cusotm ribbon rolls for decorations or wrapping (e.g., napkin wraps, centerpieces)
Lanyards for recognition or as a name tag or badge holder
Coller Industries Incorporated is a five time winner of the MWCN (Mountain West Capital Network) Utah 100. They are also a BBB (Better Business Bureau) Accredited Business and are part of the ARA (Awards and Recognition Association). We have been providing outstanding customer service since 1995.
We work hard at making sure our customers and employees are happy with our services and products. Our success rate is about 99.4%; meaning that our error rate is less than one percent. Coller Industries strives for this quality, and then shows that top quality really is attainable. Not many other companies can take pride in such a high quality rate.
A few words from our employees about 20 years:
Vance, Design Manager, “I have worked here for five years and I have enjoyed how close everyone is able to get because of how small the company is.”
Aimee, Customer Service Manager, “I’m not sure how long I’ve been here; it’s been around 13 years. I have enjoyed working with the Collers and watching the company grow. Being part of the history of Coller Industries is exciting. I enjoy the work I do and also appreciate being part of the process that helps us grow and expand our staff and product lines.”
Lydia, Receptionist, “I have worked here for seven years. I have enjoyed watching the company grow over the years and I am glad I can be a part of a wonderful company.”
Rod, Programmer, “I have worked here for the last four and a half years. What I have enjoyed most is the challenge the work has been and the people I have had the opportunity to work with. It is rare to have a company that values it employees and customers, as much as Coller Industries does. The owners and managers of the company regularly meet with the employees seeking their input on the issues and challenges we face. It is good to know that the work we do is noticed and valued.”
William, Machine Operator, “I have been here for almost nine years and the aspect I enjoy the most about my job is working with a team that helps and supports each other.”
Most people don’t randomly search for name tags. And, those who do search for name tags are looking specifically for the product that will best suit their needs. Whether at work or for another purpose (e.g., conferences or parties) name tags come in quite handy. So, what is the importance of wearing a name tag?
Let’s first answer: What is a name tag? A name tag is an identification tag or label worn on the outermost clothing as a means of showing someone’s name and affiliation. Name tags may be temporary, such as the iconic “My Name Is:” sticker, or permanent, such as a metal name tag worn at a retail store by the employees.
Why are name tags important?
The main usage of wearing a name tag is to provide a distinguishing feature to the wearer. These identifiers have become an important and vital part of many companies while allowing each employee to wear any required daily business style and still remain unique in their own aspect.
By wearing a name tag, you become more approachable. It’s all about friendliness and identity. Most people are cautious about strangers these days, but by donning a name tag, you provide an immediate breaking of the ice. By personalizing yourself, you benefit those around you in helping them remember who you are. Set the trend, and let those around you really know who you are!
Why should you WANT to wear a name tag?
Now on to the question of why one should WANT to wear a name tag. By wearing a name tag, you set yourself apart from those in close proximity. Each name tag can bear your name and title to help in this distinguishing. The point is that the wearer becomes unique by utilizing the simplicity of a name tag.
On a more technical note, name tags are used by many companies, such as restaurants and retailers, so that customers may identify an employee by name. Others use name tags for professional settings. These include universities, banks and other companies where employees typically do not wear uniforms.
There are many types of fasteners to go with your name tag. These include deluxe magnets, pins, swivel bulldog clips, double clutch fasteners, pocket clips and more. Deluxe magnets have become more popular for name tags because they do not puncture clothing with pins. Name tags can also be worn around the neck using a lanyard.
Is it necessary to wear a name tag?
“If everybody wears name tags, no more fighting, no more intolerance and no more disrespect.”
~Scott Ginsberg~
Name tags are part of many people’s daily lives. They are worn at department stores, restaurants and many other places in order to identify the wearer to the patrons of these establishments. Pulling from the definition of a name tag: it is an identification label worn as a means of showing your name and affiliation.
Scott Ginsberg has come up with a philosophy about wearing these name tags. “Everyone should wear name tags, all the time, everywhere, forever.” Scott is The Name Tag Guy. He is the only person in the world who wears a name tag 24-7. He has taken this simple idea and turned it into a business and his adventures have earned him recognition as “The World’s Foremost Expert on Name Tags.” Scott has written several books on approachability, marketing, branding, leadership, creativity and business strategy. He also speaks about these topics.
“A few years ago I gave a speech to a group of individuals with disabilities. I was terrified. I thought the message would go completely over their heads. And I assumed that their intelligence level would keep them from understanding me. I was wrong. They loved it. Best audience I’ve ever had. Afterward, a young man from the front row ran up to me with a huge smile on his face. And although his mental condition made it very difficult for him to speak, he placed his hand on my chest and said: ‘It’s not the name tag; it’s the heart behind it.’ Just because someone is broken doesn’t mean they can’t teach you.”
The Importance of Wearing A Name Tag
These special people taught Scott a great lesson and everyone else can learn the same. Name tags may be a standard in many places, but they are unique. They present you in a way that is very specific to you. No one else can take credit for you, except you. So, in answer to the original question, YES! It becomes necessary at a point in everyone’s life to wear a name tag.
Whether it is for professional or social reasons, name tags will always play an important role in your life. To quote Scott, “Through the basic unit of self disclosure, we reduce the social distance between each other. We don’t have to snap our fingers to get someone’s attention. We just say their name and start engaging. The name tag is a conversational entry point. It’s an interactional accelerator. Permission granted, socialization ensues and the lines of communication are sparked open.”
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Nancy B. said, “A co-worker ordered your magnetic name tags for use by our volunteers during an event held here in the City, and they were the perfect size! I would like all my staff who deal with the public to wear them. Clean and customizable. Just perfect!”
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When preparing name tags, consider their purpose. Always show the names in spoken order: your first name followed by your surname and affiliation. To maintain proper etiquette, think twice about the need to provide any information beyond these basics.
2) Writing a name tag
Use only big, bold block letters in all caps or upper and lower case letters. Avoid script or cursive handwriting, and do not add personalized touches that could be confusing. No matter how well lit a room may be, it is always challenging to decipher cursive handwriting, particularly by those from other countries or ethnic origins.
3) Etiquette and using honorifics
Except for specialized events, do not use honorifics and titles on name tags. These include Mr., Mrs., Ms., Dr., PhD, MD, General Manager or President. Because name tags intend to show a person’s identity quickly, they should only indicate first and last surname and affiliation.
4) “Hello, my name is…”
I confess I do not like this particular style of name badge. Admittedly, they do serve a purpose for highly informal occasions. But they seem very elementary and out of place in a professional setting. It is best to use clean, professional looking sheets, with or without colored borders.
5) Squint factor
Nothing is more disappointing than attending a conference or professional meeting only to arrive at check in and discover the name tags are terribly under presented. The names are printed too small, the company affiliation is so small you can not make it out and every other detail, shy of your birth date, is loaded onto the badge.
6) Printing name tags
When generating pre-printed tags on a computer, take care when choosing an appropriate font and font size. I find that 40 point Arial type is a good starting point for first and last names and affiliations for that tags I produce. Sometimes, it takes a little extra time to employ a little trial and error to find the correct font size and balance. However, it will be well worth the effort to achieve the optimum results.
7) Etiquette of using affiliations and logos
Even though it is important to give attention to the sponsoring organization, always remember that the essential information on the name tag is the person’s name, not the organization’s. By this, I mean the bulk of the space should be devoted to presenting the person’s full name. Thus, the scale of the logo or sponsoring affiliation should be much smaller than the attendee’s name. It should never dominate the tag.
8) Printing the first name larger than the last name
While there are no hard and fast rules governing whether to enlarge the person’s first name, I submit it is best to print both the first and last name in the same size font. With so many men and women sharing the same first name, it can be confusing to see a lot of Susans or Stevens walking around. But, again, this underscores the value of regarding one’s full name as one’s personal branding vehicle.
9) Etiquette for using reusable name badge at various events
While arriving with your very own custom designed name tag assures you that you will present your name and affiliation to your absolute liking, it may not be in your best interest. Consider this: event planners usually create name tags specific to a particular occasion to identify, at a glance, those who legitimately belong at the event and those who do not. Unfortunately, wearing a custom name tag you created may inadvertently convey the impression of being a party crasher!
10) Company ID badges
Many companies require staff to wear name badges for instant identification purposes. In this case, wearing such badges on the left shoulder is customary.
11) Placing name tags straight and in plain view
Never allow your name tag to be worn crooked, sideways or even upside down. It sends a negative message to others, usually implying a lack of respect for the occasion or a lack of care or interest in your personal appearance.
Never wear a badge upside down. Though it may sound silly, believe it or not, I know someone who deliberately wears his name badge upside down. He claims it is the best way to meet women. Why? Because he says women will go out of their way to approach him to help him correct what they perceive as his oversight. My friend claims men are far less likely to mention it or bother helping. Needless to say, I do not recommend this practice to anyone.
In my book, this tactic sends the signal that here is a person who cares little about the image he conveys. Who would want to convey the impression that they purposefully missed something as simple as adequately wearing a name badge? What else might be missing? In other words, while it is possible that one person may take this for humor, another person may take it as incompetence. Why risk creating this kind of confusion?
12) Last but not least, etiquette on where to wear a name tag.
Always wear your name tag on your upper right shoulder when networking at professional functions or social events. Here’s why. Place the badge as high up on your right shoulder as possible. This will give other people the best and easiest view of both the tag and your face. As you extend your right hand for a handshake, your eye and arm are already drawn to the right side of the person you are greeting. Because the uppermost part of your chest is the flattest area on your shoulder, this helps your tag to lie flat and be more secure.
These points are especially relevant to women, as most women feel awkward drawing attention to an area of our chests we would prefer not to. Placing it in an easy to read and visible place keeps the focus where it should be.
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