Q: Looking for durable folders for middle schoolers to bring papers back and forth daily. Will they last the year? How many pages does it hold?
Product: Two-Pocket Heavyweight Poly Portfolio Folder (33950)

A: Product life depends on many factors including use, handling, etc. Item 33950 holds 100 sheets of paper and is made from heavyweight polypropylene to resist tearing. As an alternative, you might want to consider C-Line Classroom Connector™, School-to-Home Folders, 32000, which hold 50 sheets of paper and are imprinted with “Home” and “School” designations. These are also made of polypropylene and are designed to keep parents and caregivers informed with daily updates on lessons, projects, behavior and more.

by Frank Moriarty

Frank Moriarty has worked for several international consulting companies including RSM McGladrey and FIS International. He is a professional presenter and has helped many executives during their job transitions with his ‘Building a Professional Portfolio’ session. Along with that, Frank is a beekeeper and has won national awards for his honey and creme honeys.

Today, Frank explains how to create a Professional Portfolio.

1. Start with a strategy. What do you want this collection of information, your Professional Portfolio, to say about you?

2. Determine which program you will use for your portfolio (e.g., PowerPoint or Word). Your document will eventually be turned into hard copy. It is not meant to be posted online. It is meant to be your “talking” portfolio, the one you bring with you and use during personal conversations. If necessary, you can provide it electronically to an interviewer, but it loses impact without the verbal component.

If you’re like me you’ve attended networking events where presenters train participants on a multitude of different topics. At a recent event, the presenter, Frank Moriarty, suggested everyone in attendance create a personal portfolio. He recommended we all create a portfolio that included work experience and other background information, plus lots of images to visually highlight those experiences. All of this would be kept in a binder to be used at an interview.

Everyone likes something shiny and new. C-Line’s the latest Modern Metallic product line will not leave you disappointed. There are two color designs in this line – Brilliant Black and Blackened Bronze. Both are very professional looking and they have a unique textured finish, which instantly takes the professional look up a notch in your work space.

Business professionals will not only look sharp with these office accessories, but also work more efficiently. The Modern Metallic Executive Style Report Covers are very easy to use.  To use, simply insert documents inside the report cover, then close clip to secure contents. (more…)

It is finally officially Spring! As the saying goes, “April showers bring May flowers.” At C-Line, if you “shower” your classroom or office with our new colorful products, they will “bring” you a year of an organized lifestyle.

Teachers, let our Classroom Connector School-to-Home Folders rain down puddles of communication between you and your student’s parents. When you, your students’ and parents are on the same page, life between school and home becomes a smooth transition. The Classroom Connector makes communication between home and school efficient with the imprinted interior pockets. Plus, the variety of color selection could spark students’ interest in learning, which in turn, brings communication to an enhanced level.

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Holidays are always full of fun and laughter because you get to spend time with family, enjoy delicious food and receive cool gifts. However, there is always something on our mind that causes us to be extra stressed during this time of year. It’s okay, take a break and check out C-Line’s new product – UColor Two-Pocket Coloring Folders.
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It is the time of year where students are graduating from school and on to their next journey. Whether it is continuing on to a higher education or starting a new job, it’s always important to leave a positive impression with a professional appearance. C-Line’s 8-Pocket Portfolio with Security Flap has a polished look that is ideal for a job interview, business meeting, social gathering, company function and many other events. (more…)

Spring cleaning can already be a hectic job, with organizing papers that are scattered all over your desk on top of your task can make you dread your spring cleaning even more. The fact that most standard file folders look alike adds to this repetitious process. If only there were a product that could make this job easier and more interesting… Wait! C-Line’s Write-on File Jackets are here to rescue you from the boredom of filing. These file jackets are super durable and are designed to keep you super organized. (more…)

Hello, office supply enthusiasts! Haven’t heard any updates about C-Line products lately, huh? Well, you came to the right spot! As a new member of the C-Line family, I am here to learn with you and catch you all up on our new tips and tricks that will help you while using our wonderful products.

“Yay, it’s tax season!!” – said no one. Are you already overwhelmed by just reading the phrase tax season? No worries, you are in good hands. Here are some easy-to-use tricks that helped me through this stressful time of year. I hope these suggestions will be helpful to you too. (more…)

Since my recent job acquisition in the city, I have begun taking apartment tours in neighborhoods I’m interested in living in. Upon arrival for an apartment showing, the leasing agent handed me informational papers enclosed in a report cover. After examining the plastic cover, I realized it was a C-Line’s Vinyl Report Cover with Binding Bar.

The report cover was perfect for protecting the 8-1/2” x 11” documents inside, and the combination of the clear finish and vinyl cover helped provide a professional, clean look for the property management company.

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