Toasters might be the worst wedding gift ever. You're very familiar with that, right? But what is the worst gift a business could give? Don't know what to do? Well, you might want to read this article so that you don't embarrass yourself and the other person doesn't raise their eyebrows.
The pointless thing. Since you don't know what your boss or client is interested in (let's say he's a man), you go to several stores that sell "things that men like." After a few minutes of searching, you finally find the best thing you could find: the most expensive boxing gloves. What's that? Your boss doesn't like the game.
Videos and tapes that teach. Even if you know the person you're giving the gift to is a big fan of yoga, pilates, or any other exercise you see on instructional tapes and videos, it's not a good idea to give him or her one of these things as a gift. Why? You don't know for sure that the tapes you are giving him are not already in his collection. Even if he or she thanks you, you're wasting your money.
Items "seen on TV!" Ah! Yes, you've seen the George Foreman Grill or the Magic Chef, and you want to give one to a client or your boss. But what if he doesn't like boxing, grilling, or sports in general? What if he already has a Magic Chef or a George Foreman Grill? It's easy to call the numbers on your screen, but it's hard to know if the person on the other end has it or if they'll love it.
Just like a rock. A $5 bill might get you somewhere, but it won't give you much choice when you're looking for a gift for a business. You might get something out of it, but do you think the person who gets it will be happy?
Apparel. If it's not a tie that costs $100, you might as well look for something else. A coat could be too expensive. You might want to impress the person, but do you know how tall he is? Do you think the recipient will wear it? Do you really know that he likes the colour or style of the clothes you plan to give him? If you live with the person you are giving clothes to, there is no problem with that. But since it's a business gift, it's kind of weird to see your boss wearing a coat or sweater you gave him or her. A necktie would be fine because it could be hidden under his coat, but you still have to take a chance. Give a gift certificate or voucher instead.
Langerie. Lingerie? As a business gift? Okay, you're single and she (your client or coworker) is also single... You really want to buy her underwear... Stop right there, because if you keep going, you'll get into a lot of trouble. Have you heard the word "harassment" before? Be careful.
Handmade gift. So you want your own touch to be on the gift? Or do you want to save money on the gift you're going to give? No matter how good you are at making things or how much time you have, it is never a good idea to make the gift yourself. Why? There are two: One, you'll spend more on materials and tools than you would on a ready-made gift from the store, and two, you'll have to sacrifice sleep to finish the gift.
A lack of thought when thinking. If the person you're giving the chocolate or gourmet gift basket to has diabetes, do you think he or she will be touched or ever be grateful for what you've given? Or, you've decided to give your coworker a book on "how to lose weight" or "how to be successful." Even though you have good intentions and a clear conscience, you don't give these kinds of gifts.
