Corporate gifting is a great (and potentially fun way) to show your appreciation to clients and employees. By giving a thoughtful and unique gift, you can build stronger relationships, boost your business’ reputation and brand image, and foster a sense of gratitude and loyalty.
Today, we’ll explore the importance of corporate gifting and provide several unique corporate gift ideas, including barware and an online mixology course. Surprise, surprise that we’d recommend our own awesome products!
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Why Corporate Gifting Is Important

Corporate gifting is a way to show gratitude to clients and employees; it says “you’re important to us” in a thoughtful and hopefully helpful way. It can help build stronger relationships with clients, boost employee morale and productivity, and enhance your company’s reputation and brand image. Plus if people are wearing or using your swag in public, it helps get your name out there!

Building Stronger Relationships With Clients & Employees

One of the most significant benefits of corporate gifting is that it can help build stronger relationships with the giftees. A well-thought-out and personalized gift can show that you value their business or contribution to the company, fostering a sense of loyalty and trust, which can lead to increased business or better employee retention.
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Showing Appreciation & Gratitude

Corporate gifting is an excellent way to say “Thanks for the hard work and dedication” to your employees and loyal clients. A thoughtful and unique gift can go a long way in making people feel valued and appreciated, boosting employee morale and productivity and strengthening client relationships.

Boosting Company Reputation & Brand Image

Corporate gifting can also help boost your company’s reputation and brand image. By giving unique and high-quality gifts, companies can showcase their commitment to excellence and attention to detail. This can help differentiate them from competitors and improve their overall image in the eyes of clients and employees.

Unique Corporate Gift Ideas

There are many different corporate gift ideas to choose from, but some stand out as particularly unique and memorable. Here are some of our favorites:
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Barware

Barware is obviously a great option for companies looking to give unique gifts. You can even personalize glasses, cocktail shakers, or other bar tools for those who enjoy entertaining or relaxing with a drink. Consider doing an online survey before gifting to see if your employees would welcome barware.
You can order bar tool gift boxes like ours (if you want to buy a bunch of bar sets, contact britlyn@abarabove.com to chat about bulk orders)– and you can also customize barware with your company’s logo or a personalized message, making the gift both useful and memorable.
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Online Mixology Course

For employees or clients who enjoy making drinks, an online mixology course is an excellent gift idea! (Hint, hint: We have a lot of options, and our Bar Basics course even comes with the gift box linked above).
With the rise of mixology courses online, it is now easier than ever to access high-quality and engaging courses from the comfort of your own home. This super unique gift can help employees or clients learn new skills, while also showing that you’re invested in their personal development.
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Customized Gift Baskets

Customized gift baskets are a great option for companies looking to give a personalized and thoughtful gift. You can fill baskets with local products or personalized items that are tailored to the recipient’s interests and preferences– it might take a little research, and is therefore probably best for smaller companies, but it’s well worth it.
This can be a great way to show that your company cares about the recipient’s individual tastes.
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Technology Accessories

Technology accessories are a practical and really useful gift option for employees or clients who are always on the go. Phone chargers, wireless headphones, or smart home devices are just a few technology accessories that can make life so much easier for the recipient.
I mean, how often does your phone run out of juice and you just wish you always had a spare charger in your work bag?
These gifts can also help reinforce the company’s commitment to innovation while also being super duper useful.
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Wellness Items

Wellness items are a great way to show that the company cares about the health and well-being of its employees and clients. Yoga mats, aromatherapy diffusers, or fitness trackers are just a few wellness items that can promote health and relaxation.
By giving these gifts, you can help employees and clients feel valued and supported in their personal health journey.
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How To Choose The Right Corporate Gift

When choosing corporate gifts, it is important to consider the recipient’s own interests, which can obviously take some research. But personalization is key to making a gift memorable and appreciated!
And while it’s important to stay within budget, definitely focus on quality and functionality. A thoughtful and unique gift that is actually useful is more likely to be appreciated and used by the recipient.
Another important factor to consider when choosing a corporate gift is the company’s brand image and values. The gift should align with the company’s mission and reflect its commitment to excellence and attention to detail.
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I mean, a super formal company probably shouldn’t gift shot glasses to its employees. The gift should also be appropriate for the occasion while reflecting the level of relationship between the company and the recipient.
The most important thing to remember is that corporate gifting is an excellent way to show appreciation and gratitude to clients and employees. By giving a thoughtful and unique gift, companies can build stronger relationships, boost their own reputation, and foster a sense of gratitude and loyalty.
If you follow our tips above, companies can give memorable and appreciated gifts that help reinforce their commitment to excellence and make their employees or clients feel extra special.