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Astonished girl in Santa cap looking at colleague giving her red package with xmas gift<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

The Holiday season is fast approaching and that means gift giving!  Of course, there\u2019s more to holiday gifting than just gathering your team around and handing out presents.  Presentation and timing really matter.  The best gifts don\u2019t just show up, they arrive at the perfect moment and in a way that makes people smile.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Pick your drop date wisely<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

The best time to deliver gifts isn\u2019t right before the office closes for the holidays, it\u2019s the week before that. According to Forbes Business Council, early December gifts can feel \u201ctransactional,\u201d while late-month deliveries often get lost in the shipping rush. Mid-December, though? That\u2019s when magic happens. The work year is winding down, the mood is lighter, and your gifts becomes a bright spots that everyone actually remembers.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Stage a small surprise<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Everybody loves (pleasant) surprises, and one simple way to make your holiday gifting<\/a> memorable is, if you\u2019re doing an in-office drop, plan on staying late to set it up the night before, or get in super early before everyone arrives.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Walking in to find a gift waiting on your desk instantly creates a \u201cwow\u201d moment. Sendoso calls this experience gifting, which embodies the idea that how you give matters just as much as what you give.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Avoid the email-only approach<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Did you know that the act of physically unwrapping gifts boosts positive sentiment and recall by up to 40%?  That\u2019s not a made up number.  It\u2019s backed by research, courtesy of Coresight Research.  The act of unwrapping or unboxing makes all the difference, so even if you\u2019re handing out gift cards (including digital gift cards), print a representation of it and put it in a real envelope, an ornament, or a card.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Include everyone, near or far<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Is your group a \u201cHybrid Team\u201d with some members in the office and others working from home, and maybe in different parts of the country?  If so, be sure to ship gifts so that they arrive the same week.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Add a little note that says, \u201cDon\u2019t open until Friday\u2019s call.\u201d That shared experience builds connection across distance, something Harvard Business Review<\/a> calls key to maintaining inclusion and morale for remote employees.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Make it feel personal<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

A thoughtful message, or a small surprise, delivered at just the right moment.  That\u2019s what turns \u201cjust another company gift\u201d into a lasting memory.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Five Bestselling Successories Gifts That Make the Moment Count<\/p>\n\n\n\n

If you\u2019re struggling with gift ideas this year, we can help with that!\u00a0 Here are just a few of our best-selling products and if you don\u2019t find the perfect gift idea below, be sure to spend some time browsing our full collection.\u00a0 We\u2019ve got something for everyone, in every budget!

1. <\/strong>The Thanks for All You Do Tumbler Gift Set<\/strong><\/a>
A double-wall insulated tumbler, a matching gift box, and a message of gratitude that employees will actually use and remember.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

2. <\/strong>The Teamwork Framed Art Print<\/strong><\/a>
This is Successories inspiration at its finest. A visual reminder of collaboration and shared purpose that looks great in any office.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

3. <\/strong>The Making a Difference Eco Tote<\/strong><\/a>
Perfect for hybrid workers on the go. Durable, practical, and a subtle reminder that their contributions matter every day.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

4. <\/strong>The Teamwork Trio Stress Reliever<\/strong><\/a>
Fun, colorful, and a guaranteed conversation starter.  This is a small way to say \u201cyou matter,\u201d while lightening the mood during the year\u2019s busiest and most trying weeks.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

5. <\/strong>The Personalized Teamwork Journal<\/strong><\/a>
A sleek, customizable notebook that pairs perfectly with your holiday card.  A great option for goal setting in the new year.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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