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Corporate holiday giving California

Holiday gift giving is an excellent way of saying thank you to both employees and loyal clients and customers. Gifts can help solidify business relationships and, in some cases, actually tilt the playing field in your favor.

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Hallmark Cards & Gifts
(510) 465-1063
3359 Lakeshore Ave
Oakland, CA

Hallmark Cards & Gifts
559-433-4622
1157 E Champlain Dr
Fresno, CA

Gazebo Gardens Inc
559-222-7673
3204 N Van Ness Blvd
Fresno, CA

Angel Crossing
562- 494-7300
1819 Ximeno Ave
Long Beach, CA

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916-448-6465
423 J St
Sacramento, CA

Nedys Flower & Gift Shop
661-638-0991
2420 River Blvd
Bakersfield, CA

Chris Bridal & Gifts
714-664-0901
209 W 4th St
Santa Ana, CA

Dollar and Gift
714-543-3737
619 W 17th St
Santa Ana, CA

K Lee Gift Shop
714-547-5574
1000 E Santa ANA Blvd
Santa Ana, CA

Mr Jons Gift Shop
714-540-3890
1412 W Edinger Ave
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Gift giving is an excellent way to not only say thank you for all the business and continued loyalty your clients and customers have shown over the past year, it help to solidify relationships and in some cases, actually tilt the playing field in your favor. A well-conceived business gift will speak volumes on your integrity, thoughtfulness and sincerity and may make the difference between you and a competitor. As for employees, the days of 50 years and a gold watch are long gone, so a token of appreciation during the holidays or other special occasions can turn a mediocre relationship into one of fierce loyalty.

Obviously Christmas and the season surrounding it are the major themes here. Other times of the year, such as Thanksgiving, Easter, Labor Day etc., may also present golden opportunities as it is not expected then. Other times to consider might include occasions such as a business anniversary, marriage, births, promotions, new offices or branches, and possibly retirement(ESPECIALLY of a competitor!)

This can be the most difficult part of the process. All of us have been the recipient of the cookie cutter approach, as the countless fruitcakes of Christmases past haunt our freezers. In a large company, it's difficult to avoid this, but by bearing this in mind, you'll be able to come up something unique and stand out above the rest. Also think of the nature of the business relationship. Anything inappropriate would not only be unappreciated, but could have the opposite effect of that you're trying to achieve. If you can, try to make it as personal as posssible, reflecting the interests and likes of the person receiving the gift. Be mindful of religious differences, as you don't want to offend in that area either. While striving to give the nicest gift possible within your budget, take care not to appear as though you are bribing anyone for business or loyalty.

Start as soon as possible, and dedicate at least one person to work on this solely, as depending on the size of your list, it can become onerous. Given enough time and resource, however, it can be done quickly and efficiently. Shopping online has made things so much simpler. You can find so many more choices with the click of a mouse than you could with weeks of prospecting on foot. Many of your favorite brick and mortar merchants now have an online presence as well, as they too recognize the immense possibilities of the medium. Take advantage of web vendors, many of whom offer free shipping, corporate and bulk discounts, and many other perks to get your business. It really is a time-saver!

Christmas and Holiday gift-giving isn't the gargantuan task it used to be. The internet and a smart strategy make it profitable and enoyable!

About the Author:

(c)Keith Thompson 2004

Keith Thompson is webmaster of GiftsForBiz.com, and the recipient of many BAD holiday gifts. See some great choices at his website!

http://www.giftsforbiz.com

keith@giftsforbiz.com

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