Business Gifts that are Unique

BUSINESS gifts are an important part of doing BUSINESS. The larger your organization, the more important BUSINESS gifts become. Some BUSINESS gifts are intended to thank or congratulate an employee. Other BUSINESS gifts are to encourage BUSINESS. Still others are a way of expressing BUSINESS to BUSINESS good will.

Unique BUSINESS gifts can accomplish any one of those objectives with more thoughtfulness. They can show recipients that your gift was not perfunctory or last-minute.

BUSINESS Gift Warning

It is important when giving a BUSINESS gift to avoid offending the recipient. For example, a clergyman receives a large bottle of whiskey as a BUSINESS gift, but is opposed to drinking whiskey. That gift will be an offense. A very large person who is ostensibly dieting should not be given a gift of imported chocolates.

Learn about the Recipient

BUSINESS gifts should show that you have taken time to learn about the recipient and the recipient’s corporation, if this is a corporate gift. Be sure there is not a “no-gift” policy at the recipient’s company. Be sure the recipient is not a vegetarian before sending a BUSINESS gift of sausages and salmon.

Think Globally

Unique BUSINESS gifts from other lands can be ordered on the Internet. Those who plan corporate giving, and avoid last-minute gift certificates, can find gift ideas for employee or executive with a few clicks of the mouse. Below are a few BUSINESS gift ideas we found:

1. A carved wooden fish hook on a stand would be a great BUSINESS gift for an executive who loves to go fishing. The Maori craftsmen of New Zealand, who make the fish hooks, believe that fish hooks represent strength and determination and bring peace, prosperity, and good health. They also believe the hooks provide safe journey over water. The recipient will believe it is one of the best BUSINESS gifts you could give.

2. An employee might appreciate, also from New Zealand, a box of Manuka honey shortbread cookies - or a necktie with a Maori design. Sets of coasters made of native New Zealand rimu wood would also make lovely BUSINESS gifts for employees.

3. Order gongs on stands from Japan and you have unique BUSINESS gifts for corporate heads.

4. For small BUSINESS gifts to give a group of BUSINESS partners visiting from out of town, order miniature ceramic “kaeru” from Japan. The word “kaeru” in Japanese means both frog and return. This little green frog is to be tucked into the pocket or purse of the traveler as a wish for safe return home. Add another small gift or not.

5. Promotional BUSINESS gifts to encourage BUSINESS can also come from abroad. Order cowbells from Switzerland, and have your company logo imprinted on them. If it is near a winter holiday, turn your BUSINESS gifts into top marketing with pewter ornaments from Norway.

The Conventional Way

You could, of course, be conventional and simply order non-unique BUSINESS gifts from a local promotional company. You could order a bouquet from your local florist for your secretary. You may have to, if you wait until the last minute.

The Better Way

The better way, however, is to set aside time twice a year to anticipate needs for BUSINESS gifts, and order in advance. You will be rewarded by gift recipients who appreciate your thoughtfulness.