General Tips on Business Gifting Etiquette

During the holiday season, business owners naturally incline their thoughts toward showing their appreciation for relationships developed over the past year; or even sharing the anticipation of a deeper or renewed relationship in the coming year. Ideally, the gifts you select should be a reflection of your thoughtfulness, creativity and good taste. The "Tips on Business Gifting Etiquette" assembled here can be useful through the business gifting process.

• Avoid the "Oops" - Many companies (for example government and media outlets) have limiting or prohibitive gift acceptance policies in place. Prior to sending a gift, it is always a good idea to contact the recipient's company regarding any gift acceptance policies that may exist in order to avoid your recipient having to decline or refuse your gift.




• Make It Unique- The gift you choose to send is as much a reflection of you and your company as any other marketing in which you participate. Therefore, try to personalize a business gift so that it reflects your unique image. Use your imagination and creativity to customize your gift so that it makes an impression while it shows appreciation.




• The Repeat Offender- You obviously think highly of your client or you would not be sending a gift. However, if your client receives the same gift from you each year, the gift may be viewed as obligatory or can give a false impression of the value you place on the business relationship.




• Do Some Research- Job duties, personal interests and recipient's location are only a few of the attributes that could be factored into selecting your recipient's gift. Need help with some gifting suggestions? Feel free to consult with our Studio for ideas.
  
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• Timing is Everything- Sending the appropriate business gift at the right time will always make an impression, especially gifts of appreciation. One caveat, however, would be sending a business gift to a business partner during business negotiations. This can be viewed as bribery. Avoid large, expensive gifts at this time if one must be sent and consider the occasion.



• The Relationship Value- Every business relationship is valuable. A business gift should reflect the value you place on the client; the more respected the client, the more attention and personality that should go into the gift.




• Attention To Detail- Names are very important. Make certain that you have the correct spelling of both the recipient and the company name when sending a personalized gift.

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