Gifting is a tradition you can find embedded in most cultures worldwide. However, the art of selecting the best possible gift is not very easy.
We all have experienced anxiety when selecting a gift that captures our intent and resonates well with the receiver. Today’s blog will help highlight a few things you should remember to better navigate this complex task.
There are a lot of discrepancies between how receivers and givers value gifts. Most givers focus on the desirability and value of the gift. However, receivers’ think more about its long-term value and what they can do with your gift. While beautiful artwork could wow the receiver at the moment, they may already love how their home looks and may not be looking for another art piece. While gifting something like a personalised pen might seem basic, it will add more value to your receiver’s life than artwork.
Most people don’t like to ask the recipient what they want for a gift. But that’s okay. There is still one way to gift something the recipient wants without losing the element of surprise. That is by listening and observing. When speaking to the recipient, look out for complaints about something and find a way to solve that issue. If you notice their wallet is barely holding up, consider gifting them a personalised leather wallet. This way, you can easily gift them something they want without them telling you.
Yes, your thoughts do matter, but if you ask the receiver, the quality of a gift generally matters the most. If you want to gift them something that’s out of stock or are gifting fewer gifts since they are more expensive, its always better than getting something with sub-par quality. However, if you don’t want to spend a lot of money, you can consider giving them a personalised gift. These gifts don’t cost much money and can help you stand out.
By remembering these tips, you will notice how easy it is to find a gift that genuinely resonates with the receiver. Once you get your gift, we encourage you to wrap it neatly since the presentation only adds to the recipient’s experience.