Company Gifts for the Festival of Lights

"Oh Hanukkah, Oh Hanukkah, Come light the Menorah…" You might hear the lyrics to this festive song around the office today, as tonight at sundown is the beginning of the Jewish holiday of Hanukkah. Also referred to as the Festival of Lights, Hanukkah is a time for singing special songs, eating latkes and other unique foods (generally fried in oil) and of course, distributing company gifts. Instead of company gifts that correlate directly with the Festival of Lights, you can select blue and yellow items that maintain the holiday’s schematic theme without being overtly religious. Distribute blue and yellow stress balls or journals for celebratory company gifts that everyone in the office will surely enjoy.

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What to Get the Manager who has everything: Part Two

A lot of you probably liked yesterday’s post about what to get the manager who has everything, but are concerned about the amount of cash these company gifts require. Well, have no fear! Today I’m going to discuss two ideas for making company gifts more affordable. The first idea is simple: ask your co-workers to chip in for the products and make the gift from your entire team. If people at work are not particularly fond of this idea, consider talking to your friends about what they plan to do to thank their managers. You and your friends can choose one product and buy it in bulk for cheaper rates for affordable company gifts that your managers will surely appreciate.

What to Get the Manager who has everything

Just in time for the holiday season, the writers at Inc.com have released a few pieces on the topic of company gifts. My favorite article thus far has been one about what to get the manager who has everything. While most of my blog topics focus on ideas for what types of company gifts managers, marketing people and the human resources department can give to employees to recognize their hard work, it’s a great idea for employees to honor their deserving managers with company gifts as well. Most of the items that Inc.com suggests are in the electronics category, and they come in a wide range of prices. From sophisticated cameras to more affordable promotional mice, there’s something for everyone on this list.

Company Gifts for Employee Retention

It’s no secret that employees who feel as though they make a difference at their jobs are the happiest and most motivated. Happy and motivated employees, in turn, are more likely to stay at their job for longer than unmotivated workers and are also more productive during the hours that they are at work. In addition to giving employees continual positive feedback, consider distributing company gifts to show employees how much you value them. Consider company gifts such as electronics or picture frames, as company gifts are most effective when they are not work-related, but instead are items that employees can utilize during their leisure time.

Brand Name Company Gifts

Cutter and Buck®, a line of top-notch company apparel and accessories, offers a wide selection of company gifts for your business. Whether you are looking to give golf accessories for out of the office fun, or functional company gifts such as notebooks, there is a Cutter and Buck® promotional item waiting to be customized with your company name and logo. When you add your name to these items, you combine the high quality of the items with the strength of the Cutter and Buck&reg brand name. Cutter and Buck® started producing golf-inspired apparel in 1990 and since then they have expanded, becoming part of the New Wave Group, A.B. and producing a variety of custom company gifts. 

Looking for Fun Company Gifts? Choose Personalized Koozies

If you’re looking for a way to liven the mood at your office this holiday season, encourage employees to decorate their cubicles and offices with festive ornaments. Once the decorations are up, hold a tacky sweater party and walk around the office to examine everyone’s decorations. Next, consider company gifts that will align your brand with an exciting image. Personalized koozies are great company gifts because not only are they fun, they are functional as well. And, these company gifts can be used at picnics and ball games for years to come, providing exposure for your brand throughout the years.

Don’t Forget to Budget for Company Gifts

No matter what industry you work in, it’s never too early to start planning your budget for the coming year. When creating a budget, be sure to look at expenditures from the past few years, expected profits for the year ahead, and the overall economic climate. In addition, it’s important to include all aspects of your marketing strategy, such as commercials, billboards, giveaways and company gifts. While many of the specifics will vary depending on your business, all companies can benefit from distributing company gifts. Company gifts are cost-effective and personal ways to thank employees for their hard work and clients for their business; you don’t want to forget these items, so be sure to budget early!

Design Options for Company Gifts

As previously mentioned, when selecting company gifts it is also important to contemplate the effects of various customization methods and select one that fits the style and quality of your company. When you select custom timepieces as your company gifts this holiday season, there aren’t very many personalization methods from which to choose. For the most part, all watches require laser engraving. While you won’t have the colors that result from 4-color process or embroidery, you will have sophisticated company gifts with high attention to detail. For more on the laser engraving process, please refer to the blog posted on November 5, 2009.

Never Miss a Meeting Again with These Company Gifts

Do you ever feel that there simply aren’t enough hours in the day to get everything done? While we can’t create more hours, we can suggest that you distribute custom Leeds® watches to help recipients keep track of time. Promotional watches are ideal company gifts because they are stylish and functional items. Furthermore, there is a wide range of Leed’s® watches to choose from, which ensures that you select company gifts that fit the look and style of your business. Select a fashionable metal band or timeless leather bands, and be sure to take advantage of the corresponding men and women’s styles for company gifts that all recipients will appreciate.