{"id":4270,"date":"2020-09-28T12:32:55","date_gmt":"2020-09-28T12:32:55","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.fnp.ae\/blog\/?p=4270"},"modified":"2025-09-11T09:25:43","modified_gmt":"2025-09-11T09:25:43","slug":"common-mistakes-people-do-in-corporate-gifting","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.fnp.ae\/blog\/common-mistakes-people-do-in-corporate-gifting","title":{"rendered":"Common Mistakes People Do In Corporate Gifting"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>Wondering how to select a remarkable corporate gift for your next event? A gift that stands out for all the good reasons. If yes, then you are in the right place. Whether you are planning corporate gifts for your clients, prospects, or employees, it requires a little effort (well, a little bit more!). It can be an awkward experience for you and your company if you do not consider the etiquette behind corporate gifting.<\/p>\n<p>So, here we are with a list of some common mistakes that you need to avoid to build and maintain corporate relations.<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>\n<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_64 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title \" >Table of Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" aria-label=\"Toggle Table of Content\"><span class=\"ez-toc-js-icon-con\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseProfile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/a><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 ' ><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-4' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/www.fnp.ae\/blog\/common-mistakes-people-do-in-corporate-gifting\/#Corporate_gifts_can_be_personalised_but_not_too_personal\" title=\"Corporate gifts can be personalised but not too personal\">Corporate gifts can be personalised but not too personal<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/www.fnp.ae\/blog\/common-mistakes-people-do-in-corporate-gifting\/#They_should_not_look_like_a_marketing_gimmick\" title=\"They should not look like a marketing gimmick\">They should not look like a marketing gimmick<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/www.fnp.ae\/blog\/common-mistakes-people-do-in-corporate-gifting\/#Give_attention_to_timings\" title=\"Give attention to timings\">Give attention to timings<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/www.fnp.ae\/blog\/common-mistakes-people-do-in-corporate-gifting\/#They_should_be_reflective_of_your_companys_values\" title=\"They should be reflective of your company\u2019s values\">They should be reflective of your company\u2019s values<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/www.fnp.ae\/blog\/common-mistakes-people-do-in-corporate-gifting\/#They_need_not_be_boring_just_practical\" title=\"They need not be boring, just practical\">They need not be boring, just practical<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/www.fnp.ae\/blog\/common-mistakes-people-do-in-corporate-gifting\/#Explore_Our_Gift_Collection\" title=\"Explore Our Gift Collection\">Explore Our Gift Collection<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h4><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Corporate_gifts_can_be_personalised_but_not_too_personal\"><\/span>Corporate gifts can be personalised but not too personal<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>You might have friendly terms with your colleagues, but that doesn\u2019t mean that you can send personal gifts to them. Instead, it would be best if you go for sophisticated and subtle gift boxes or office essentials with the recipient&#8217;s initials on them. Adding a personalised message can do wonders in corporate gifting, but again, not too personal.<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>\n<h4><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"They_should_not_look_like_a_marketing_gimmick\"><\/span>They should not look like a marketing gimmick<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Do not consider corporate gifts as a marketing tool &#8211; they are just gifts. Choose a great gift that compliments the vision and values of your brand, but does not make your recipient feel like you are sending it as an incentive program. So, make sure to add the company&#8217;s logo to packaging or somewhere at the back or bottom (not on the top) of each gift item.<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>\n<h4><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Give_attention_to_timings\"><\/span>Give attention to timings<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>What is the use of Diwali gifts when they reach your recipients weeks later? While it is true that thoughts matter, it just does not have the same effect if it arrives late. It is, thus, essential to send your gifts well before the event or the occasion so that it reaches your clients and colleagues on time.<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>\n<h4><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"They_should_be_reflective_of_your_companys_values\"><\/span>They should be reflective of your company\u2019s values<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Select an ideal gift that reflects the brand value in subtle ways. But do not make the mistake of covering the entire gift box with your logo or values. Find creative ways to brand your corporate gifts, and please your recipients.<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>\n<h4><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"They_need_not_be_boring_just_practical\"><\/span>They need not be boring, just practical<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Always remember, corporate gifts should be useful and practical, but not necessarily boring. You can select from a range of office essentials, stationery items, gourmet food baskets, indoor plants, and handcrafted calendars &#8211; something that most people won\u2019t buy for themselves but would love to receive. Just a little thought into the selection of gifts can strengthen your corporate relationships.<\/p>\n<p>If you are looking for an incredible range of <a href=\"https:\/\/www.fnp.ae\/corporate\">corporate gifts in Dubai<\/a>, Ferns N Petals is the right place for you. Here you can find an array of unique gifts that speak your brand\u2019s language and represent its values.<\/p>\n<h3 data-start=\"1250\" data-end=\"1438\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Explore_Our_Gift_Collection\"><\/span>Explore Our Gift Collection<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.fnp.ae\/corporate\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Corporate Gifts<\/a> | <a href=\"https:\/\/www.fnp.ae\/corporate\/cakes\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Corporate Cakes<\/a> | <a href=\"https:\/\/www.fnp.ae\/corporate\/flowers\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Corporate Flowers<\/a> | <a href=\"https:\/\/www.fnp.ae\/corporate\/gift-hampers\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Corporate Gift Hampers<\/a><\/p>\n<p><strong>You Might Also Like:<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.fnp.ae\/blog\/unique-corporate-party-theme-ideas\">Unique Corporate Party Theme Ideas<\/a><br \/>\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.fnp.ae\/blog\/best-eco-friendly-corporate-gift-ideas-for-employees\">Best Eco-Friendly Corporate Gift Ideas for Employees<\/a><br \/>\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.fnp.ae\/blog\/5-rules-for-corporate-gifting\">5 Rules for Corporate Gifting<\/a><br \/>\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.fnp.ae\/blog\/the-value-of-presenting-corporate-gifts-to-employees-on-different-occasions\">The Value of Presenting Corporate Gifts to Employees on Different Occasions<\/a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Wondering how to select a remarkable corporate gift for your next event? 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