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Article #117: Business Gift Basket Ideas

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Selecting appropriate business gifts is To keep things safe and professional,
often more challenging than selecting gift baskets make a wonderful corporate
gifts for family and friends. There are gift idea. Opt for generic baskets that
more forces at work and the stakes are do not tie in with a certain theme, hobby
usually higher. Etiquette, corporate or interest. For instance, gourmet gift
policies, and leaving a positive lasting baskets are a one-size-fits-all solution
impression are all key considerations. for corporate gifting. They typically
Before sending a gift to a business contain a selection of savory foods such
associate or a client, it's important to as crackers, cheeses and nuts, as well as
follow all corporate guidelines and to an assortment of sweets and candies.
find out what the restrictions are on the Other alternatives to the gourmet food
recipient's side. Some companies have basket are fruit baskets, cookie baskets
strict policies concerning gift giving. and organic baskets containing dried
For instance, gifts that surpass a fruits, nuts and different types of
certain monetary value may be restricted. granola mixes.
Companies also place restrictions on For a unique idea, try a state inspired
situations in which gifts can be basket. Some suggestions are a Blueberry
exchanged or accepted. Ask your clients Basket from Maine, a Northwest Gift
directly or contact their personnel Basket made in the State of Washington or
department to find out what limitations a Wisconsin Cheese Basket. For the
and guidelines are in effect. holidays, many Canadian nurseries will
Once the boundaries are determined, keep wrap up a fresh wreath with a basket full
in mind that corporate gifts need to be of goodies. Whatever type of basket you
memorable in order to generate goodwill decided on, don't take a do-it-yourself
and foster word-of-mouth referrals. Look approach. This is not like painting the
for items that are unique, distinctive, walls in your hallway. In the corporate
and convey a professional image. world, its better to let a professional
Etiquette is essential. For example, it handle what they're good at - especially
wouldn't be appropriate to give a female gift baskets!
client clothing or jewelry. This may be Business gift baskets are an ideal way to
construed as too intimate. On the same say "thank you", "your business is
note, it would be disastrous to give a appreciated" or "happy holidays." Your
business partner a vintage bottle of wine clients and business associates will
without realizing first that he or she is remember your professionalism and
a recovering alcoholic. Don't send a generosity. And your bottom line will
personal gift unless you know the appreciate it, too!
person's interests, likes and dislikes.






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