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Top 3 Gifts To Avoid When Gifting Employees
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A 2021 study by US research firm Coresight found that corporate gifting is on the rise following COVID-19, and the same goes for firms in Singapore. Though well-intentioned, it’s important to choose wisely when it comes to giving employees gifts or preparing office gifts, as some of them could send the wrong message.
To ensure that your gift-giving efforts are well-received and appreciated, it’s essential to consider factors such as company policies, cultural sensitivity, and individual preferences when selecting gifts for employees. In this article, we’ll discuss the top three gifts to avoid when gifting employees, so you can make informed decisions when it comes to choosing office gifts!
#3 Personal Items
While your employees might be glad to receive perfumes, clothes and other personal items from their friends and family, it can be perceived as too intimate if the company’s the one that’s doing the gifting. Each perfume has different scent notes, just like how clothes have distinct styles, cuts and colours — unless you have a deep understanding of each employee’s personal preferences, likes and dislikes and cater to all of them, you run the risk of making employees feel distinctly underappreciated when you gift them something entirely out of their comfort zone.
If you’re looking to gift in bulk, it’s always better to err on the side of caution and avoid gifting personal items altogether, because it’s not going to be a “one-size-fits-all” experience!
#2 Religious Or Political Gifts
Religious or political gifts are particularly problematic as they may not align with an employee’s beliefs, values or personal preferences. As employee gifts are mainly given top-down, many of them can be misconstrued: Conform to the belief or ruin all prospects for career advancement in the workplace.
We’re sure that your own firm has policies that prohibit employees from discussing or promoting their religious or political views. Stick to your own guidelines to foster a professional and inclusive culture!
#1 Cash
As much as you know that cash is king, especially within your circle of employees, it does come with several administrative difficulties. For starters, cash gifts are often subject to taxation and CPF contributions, which often come with additional regulatory burdens for you.
Furthermore, giving cash gifts is a missed opportunity to reinforce company culture and values. Consider swapping out the cash gift, which might be used to fuel vices, for a thoughtful gift card, like a spa gift card or a wellness gift that encourages self-care.
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