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When Corporate Gifts Go Wrong 

Finding the right corporate gifts can be a challenging undertaking for many. The beCAUSE minded blogs usually focus on helping our readers discover how to find great referral, employee, and client gifts. But sometimes the best way to learn is from your (or others’) mistakes. So, today I’m going to share a few times folks totally missed the mark, and tips to help you avoid these mistakes! I’ve received countless corporate gifts. Some are really thoughtful, and it’s immediately evident that a significant amount of thought went into choosing the gift. Some are practical and immediately put to good use. [...]

By |2023-07-04T21:24:57-05:00July 4th, 2023|Blog|0 Comments
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Should You Celebrate Your Employee’s Life Events?

There are moments that change your life forever. I call these before and after moments. For example, when I had my first child - There was a life before kids, and a life after. The loss of my closest aunt. There was a before her death and an after. Marriage and divorce are before/after events. A move across the country can be another one. The question is – as an employer, should you acknowledge these events and if so, how? Let’s start with the simplest answer. Yes. As an employer, you have a group of people, not robots, who work [...]

By |2023-06-27T13:29:47-05:00June 27th, 2023|Blog|0 Comments
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Should You Give Employees the Same Gifts? 

The debate is on. Is it ok to standardize gifts for employees or should every employee receive a gift that is unique to them? For those who don’t claim gift-giving as their strength, they almost always say that buying the same gift for everyone is fine. But that’s the thing – do you want your gifts to be fine? Wouldn’t you rather they were thoughtful, unique, or exciting? Of course!   That said, we believe that some occasions work well with standardize gifts, while others require a more personal touch to effectively communicate the appreciation you are trying to show. In [...]

By |2023-06-21T06:16:55-05:00June 21st, 2023|Blog|0 Comments
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Breaking Corporate Gifting Norms: A Touching Story of Kindness

It was just after lunch, the day after my 31st birthday, a Sunday. I was sitting on the couch when I received a call from an unknown caller with a Kansas City area code. At that time, I was in a role that involved managing a lot of moving pieces on the weekends, so it wasn’t uncommon to get a call from an unknown number. But I wasn’t ready for this one. It was the ex-husband of my only employee and one of my closest friends. It took me a moment to figure out why in the world he would [...]

By |2023-06-13T10:20:52-05:00June 13th, 2023|Blog|0 Comments
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Top Trends in Corporate Gifting

Let’s start with the obvious: corporate gifting is a fantastic way to build strong relationships with your clients, partners, and employees. But in an age where brand messaging and communication are coming at you from every angle, how can your gift create a lasting impression? One way is to understand market trends and make sure the gifts you select are resonating with your target consumer. Let’s look at some of the top trends in corporate gifting. The Rise of Luxury Gifting Picture this: instead of the usual generic gifts, imagine presenting your clients or employees with a touch of luxury. [...]

By |2023-06-07T10:44:35-05:00June 7th, 2023|Blog|0 Comments
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3 Milestones You Should be Celebrating 

Laughter, smiles, and a sense of accomplishment - these are just a few of the emotions that come to mind when we think about employee celebrations. And let's be honest, who doesn't love a good reason to celebrate?   Employee celebrations are more than just an opportunity to have a good time – they're an essential part of recognizing the hard work and dedication your team members put in day after day. By celebrating milestones like birthdays, work anniversaries, and achievements, you demonstrate to your employees that their efforts are valued and appreciated. This, in turn, leads to increased job satisfaction, [...]

By |2023-05-30T14:53:32-05:00May 30th, 2023|Blog|0 Comments
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Gift Ideas for Homebodies 

You know them…or maybe you’re one of them. They prefer a cozy night in over a night surrounded by people. They’d rather make a nice dinner than fight crowds at a restaurant. They’re happy with a book and don’t need (or want) the stimulation of a bar or dance club…at least not often. Zero judgement here. I am an extreme introvert myself and have often decided to lounge in my sweatpants rather than put on “real clothes.”  Do you know someone who fits this description? If so, here are a few gift ideas for this special group of loveable, but [...]

By |2023-05-30T14:47:02-05:00May 23rd, 2023|Blog|0 Comments
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How to Present Gifts for Maximum Impact

I have a member of my family who is notoriously late with birthday gifts. Then, when this person does give you the gift, it’s usually in the plastic bag it came in at the store. Sometimes it’s even in a trash bag. It’s funny, but also, it doesn’t do justice to the thought that actually went into the gift. This person often puts a lot of time into researching the best gift option, but the presentation is lacking. How can you make sure your gift presentation matches the energy you’re putting into your gift? 1. Make sure the gift arrives [...]

By |2023-05-16T12:35:36-05:00May 16th, 2023|Blog|1 Comment
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Mother’s Day Gift Ideas

Mom. A small word with so much power. When you stop and think about “mom,” there’s an emotional response, often a warming of the soul. Sometimes it hits a chord of grief. If your childhood relationship was strained, it may evoke anger. But rarely does it elicit no response.   I took the power of this word for granted pretty much my entire life. I had a traditional family, with a mom, dad, and little sister. The word mom was just what I called the person who raised me. I never really gave it much thought.    But then I became a [...]

By |2023-05-01T10:22:18-05:00May 1st, 2023|Blog|0 Comments
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Coffee or Tea? Which is Better for Someone You Don’t Know? 

We have two luxury branded gift boxes that are very similar – beMINDFUL and beINTENTIONAL. Both include a hardbacked journal, a handcrafted pen, and an artisan mug, but one includes coffee and the other includes tea. We created these very similar boxes on purpose so that no matter which beverage your recipient prefers, we have the perfect option! The question is – which should you go with if you don’t really know the recipient all that well?  We find that many people purchase the morning beverage they themselves prefer. Coffeeholics choose coffee beans. Zen masters choose tea leaves. But is [...]

By |2023-04-25T14:59:59-05:00April 25th, 2023|Blog|0 Comments
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