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The “Too Nice to Use” Problem in Premium Corporate Gifting

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  As more and more companies put focus and funds behind giving high-end or luxury branded products as gifts, we are seeing significant increases in the dollar amounts spent on these items. Whether it be extravagant desk products, gourmet collections or some of the finest collectible pieces, the goal of these products is to impress, create a moment of delight and indicate the value of the corporate gifting relationship. The problem is that, ironically, many business gifts are being appreciated and praised when received, yet they generally find themselves placed into the back of some corporate storage area where they are hidden from sight.  This situation has created the growing phenomenon that industry experts are now calling "too nice to use", referring to the way in which premium branded gifts have been treated by individuals who receive them. What Is the “Too Nice to Use” Problem? Corporate premium gifts often suffer from "Too Nice to Use" syndrome when recipient...

Why Corporate Hampers Often Feel Like Obligations

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  Corporate gifting has evolved far beyond a seasonal formality. Now, the hampers are considered more than powerful relationship-building tools .  These directly influence how employees, clients, and customers perceive your brand and decide to stay connected with it. When planned thoughtfully, gifts in the corporate field enhance brand goodwill , strengthen brand loyalty , and encourage long-term engagement with your business. Results? The recipients start looking favourably upon your company and feel more encouraged to continue using your products or services. Well-chosen gifts communicate genuine appreciation and professionalism, and convey strong brand values.  Why Are the Corporate Gifts an Investment  One common misconception that businesses often make while considering gifts in the corporate field is offering them as normal promotional gestures .  In reality, gifts for corporates are genuine and strategic investments . A well-planned corporate gifting pr...

The 7-Second Touch Rule: First Impressions of a Corporate Gift

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  In the world of corporate gifting , first impressions always matter, even before the organisations realise. Psychologists claim that people already form an opinion in their mind and decide within the first seven seconds of interacting with the gift, where the feel, presentation, and emotional impact strongly influence a brand’s perception.  At Dausto , we always value thoughtful and premium gifts that meet ultimate strategic brand value. We understand the 7-Second Touch Rule and its importance in creating meaningful business connections. What Is the 7-Second Touch Rule in Corporate Gifting The 7-Second Touch Rule refers to the brief yet powerful moment when a recipient forms a strong impression of your brand or business based solely on the initial physical interaction with your gift. Before they even unwrap the gifts, their brain is already analysing the weight of the gift, as well as the texture, packaging quality, and colour palette, and it also conveys the overall “exper...

Why Corporate Gifts Should Be Designed for Silence, Not Applause

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  In the corporate gift industry , a successful gift is usually defined by the immediate reactions you can see when the gifts are given, smiles during unwrapping, or photos shared on the company's internal channels. But, what if the real worth of corporate gifts was not in loud recognitions, but in their quiet, long, term relevance? The best corporate gifts are hardly those that result in an instant frenzy of excitement. Rather, these are the gifts that become a part of everyday work life without being noticed, thus, gradually getting more and more appreciated without being announced, without any fanfare. This change in perception is turning around the way corporate gifting, premium corporate gifts , and luxury corporate gifts are being used by contemporary companies. The Problem with Applause-Driven Corporate Gifting Numerous corporate gifting strategies are tailored for occasions, and not for life span. Items are selected for their eye, catching nature, rather than for their p...

Why uniform branding across gifting channels matters

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  In the modern busy and dynamic business environment, each touch point narrates a tale, whether it is your web site or what you have gifted. To businesses that are struggling to establish a good and well-known image, brand consistency is not merely a marketing jargon; it is a reputation policy.  It may be a Diwali gift hamper , a personalized desk item , a work anniversary trophy , but the point is in the same way, your brand must be identifiable, memorable as well as significant. At Dausto , the concept of uniform branding of all the gifting channels is considered the golden thread to tie up your corporate persona and perception of the audience. Even the slightest elements, such as logo placement , even color tones , can create the image of how your clients and employees recall your brand. The role of brand consistency in gifting Brand consistency guidelines also make sure that your organization has a single face on, whether you are sending a mail, package, giving corporate ...

The psychology of “useful” gifts in corporate environments

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  There is one fact in corporate gifting , which is that memory is made by utility. Although ornamented gifts are attention-grabbing at first, it is the practical ones, which are remembered. Something that is considered and can be used in everyday life, such as a coffee mug , which starts every morning, a notebook with groundbreaking ideas, or a smart desk organizer , which clears up the workspace, etc. Utility is regarded as the new type of luxury at Dausto . With a combination of sophistication and practical use, it is possible to receive a gift that is not just beautiful, but really meaningful, which creates emotional and practical value simultaneously. Why usefulness matters more than ever Contemporary employees are sensitive. They cherish simplicity, utilitarianism, and sustainability . In this regard, effective and practical corporate gift ideas are better than generic gifts ideas. A gift that becomes an inseparable part of the lifestyle of the recipient implies that you car...

Merchandise as a marketing channel: Beyond giveaways Rethinking merchandise in the corporate world

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  Gone are the days when keychains and coffee mugs were given out randomly as a corporate gift . Nowadays branded goods have become more than a symbol of advertisement, but a major marketing platform that communicates brand values and creates emotional relationships.  Gifting is a critical component of Indian culture in business dealings and thus branded merchandise marketing has turned into a critical component of the long-term brand strategy. The modern business has come to understand that the correct talk may leave a thousand advertisements behind. Not only this strategy of freebies, but it is a way of creating something that fits a company with its values, creativity, and story. That is what Dausto is promoting and making seemingly ordinary company things meaningful brand properties. Through sustainable stationery to lifestyle items , the variety of products offered by Dausto demonstrates how a product can be more than a giveaway and fulfill the role of an actual exp...