Brainstorming the Plan:
Nothing can beat a meaningful and at the same time an original gift idea.
The tradition of gift-giving in big corporates and large firms has been there for decades. I can name at least thirty things that come to mind when I hear the term “corporate gifts”. So naturally, if you are planning to give something memorable you have to be creative.
Gone are the days when you could make your entire team happy with bunnies and eggs on Easter or a Diary on New Year’s Day.
The tip is: Don’t play super safe, a little careful experimenting will do no harm.
When to give:
Although there are no rules as such, it might seem obvious that Corporate Gifts are given out around holidays or festivals. But you might want to reconsider that.
Firstly, Cultural differences must be acknowledged. If you have a diverse range of people working in your organization, I will suggest you do a little research on the important events and festivals of your people and offer them gifts accordingly.
Gifts given out only during specific festivals such as Diwali or Christmas (as is commonly seen) might create a sense of dissatisfaction amongst employees who belong from diverse ethnicities and groups.
Secondly, if you offer gifts to your employees during a time when everybody else is doing the same, it might just be taken as a trend/tradition and employees might feel indifferent about it.
Unexpected gifts at times when your employees are least expecting it, on the other hand, will create a sense of belongingness and lead to a higher level of satisfaction.
Additionally, gifting employees on their personal milestones such as wedding anniversaries, birthdays, promotion, etc automatically adds to the value of the gift.
Presentation of the Gift:
Once you have compiled the gifts and decided on the time, you can proceed to a nice presentation of your gifts. Always try to maintain a gift management procedure to avoid any last minute hassles.
A nice presentation with a nice and formal wrapping along with a handwritten note is a great way to present the gifts.
The best way to deliver a corporate gift or business gift is to deliver it personally. Even if not, ensure the gift is being shipped and delivered to the right address at the right time. Timely delivery is the essence of gift-giving and especially corporate gift-giving. Also, sending business gifts to the recipient’s office address is more appropriate than sending to the home address.