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WHEN
YOU GIVE:
1.
Be sure of the true purpose of the gift. Beyond saying the gift is for a
particular holiday or occasion, think through how well this gift will express
your feelings for this person. To figure this out, ask yourself: How much do I
really care about this person? How much time, energy, and money am I willing to
spend to select just the right gift for him or her? Let the answers guide you
throughout this process
2.
Know more about the recipient. Be observant about his or her favorite
items, things he or she might need, or things that would be a meaningful
expression of your relationship. Try to remember favorite colors, foods, or
beverages. As needed, ask someone else who knows the person, to help learn
something that will help you select a special gift. I think most people are
willing to help with ideas
3.
Be sensitive to personal and cultural tastes. With such a diverse population in our
society, it is important to learn something about a person’s ethnic, religious,
and cultural practices along with their personal likes and dislikes, before you
present a gift. Take time to learn what’s appropriate and what’s not in
different communities to gain insights on what a person would or would not
appreciate as a gift. For example, giving a bottle of wine to someone who does
not drink alcohol could make the receiver less than overjoyed with your gift.
4.
Know when corporate logos are appropriate. Some times a gift with a company logo
cheapens its appearance. The best gifts are those without any company logos or
promotion on it, especially when given as special thank-you gift. Logo gifts
are fine as small tokens and remembrances for meetings held, not generally as
the sincerest form of a thank-you gift.
5.
Use simple and elegant wrapping. Japanese-influenced, understated
wrapping is best in my mind. Avoid using brightly colored, bold, heavily
patterned paper and a lot of brightly colored, fancy bows and ribbons on the
package. Use instead, solid stately colors and quality paper with simple
ribbon.
6.
Present your gift with style. The best way to present a gift is always beautifully
wrapped and in person. And when you do, present your gift held with both your
hands as though you are holding it on a silver platter. This ritual is adopted
from Asian culture to show the utmost respect and care. In business situations,
when sending the gift by messenger or mail, include your business card with the
gift, along with a handwritten note on personal note card or stationary
WHEN
YOU RECEIVE:
7. Show your appreciation when receiving a gift in person. Always put a smile on your face as a
gift is being presented. Receive the gift with both hands (again an influence
from the Asian culture). Say thank you along with a brief expression of
appreciation.
8. Let the giver know as soon as possible when a gift has arrived.Make every effort to let the sender know you
received a gift sent by mail or messenger (email, telephone call or
SMS/Ping on messenger is fine). Then follow it up by sending the proper
thank-you note as soon as possible
9.
Be sensitive to opening a gift in front of others. Americans typically open gifts as soon
as it is received, even in front of an audience and other groups of people.
Know that in many countries it is not customary or appropriate to open gifts in
front of other people. They are kept to be opened alone. When receiving house
gifts, special guest and speaker gifts, be sensitive as to whether you will or
will not be encouraged and expected to open it right away
10. Know the bottom line. Always, always hand write a thank you note for every gift
you receive, no matter what—regardless of whether you
like the gift or not, even if you plan to exchange the gift or give it away.
Simply said: Sending a thank-you note is the right thing to do
Happy Gifting!