Office Gift Giving Guide - Tips & Information
Gift exchanges in offices now are quite common.
Some companies discourage employees from accepting gifts from their
clients and customers.
However gift exchanges between colleagues is usually accepted and
considered more like a internal family matter and may even promote a
relaxed work environment amongst employees.
Gift giving in the office can be fun and enjoyable
as most gift exchanges are. However some
guidelines should be followed ensure that office
gift exchanges do not lead to bad feelings
amongst colleagues.
Office politics can lead to unpleasant situations
and no one wants to send the wrong impression
by giving gifts that may not be appropriate.
Tips for giving gifts in your office
1. The purpose of exchanging gifts in the office is social interaction and to build a sense of community spirit. Gift giving in
the office should not be considered as an opportunity to try and bribe your boss or colleagues with expensive gift items. You
can't buy friendship, at least not the right kind of friendship.
2. When purchasing gifts for the office keep in mind the cost of the gift. Many offices set
a limit, for example no gifts above a certain amount. Some even go beyond the
maximum cost rule and clearly specify the lower price as well. For example gifts should
be between ten to
fifteen dollars.
Defining such limits
is a sensible and fair
way office staff in
participating in gift
giving with their
colleagues.
3. Spend some though when buying gifts. Don't rush into
the store at the last minute to purchase gifts.
Knowing something about the person for who you are
buying a gift helps in selecting a gift that will indeed be
appreciated.
4. When buying gifts for your office colleagues make
sure you buy the gift that is for your colleague only. For example if you are buying a gift for a coworker Jane, then don't buy
a gift for her husband or her children.
5. Stay away from buying personal items such as
lingerie when buying gifts for office colleagues.
6. Perfume used by women is a personal use item.
Unless you know the person well and what perfume
they use don't buy personal cosmetic items. You may
love a certain perfume but others may not share your
taste.
7. Gag gifts may seem funny but should be avoided.
Don't give gifts that will embarrass the recipient.
8. Gift wrapping does give your gift a kind of elegance.
Don't hand over your shopping bag.
Don't forget to include a signed gift card when giving a
gift. You will be surprised how many people include a
gift card and forget to sign it.
Office management should ensure that office gift giving
is done so as not to put undue pressure on their
employees.
Rules such as setting a maximum monetary amount on
gift exchanges should be considered and implemented. Well planned gift exchanges in the office can be a real moral
booster for employees.
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