Why You Should Let Your Employees Choose Their Own Corporate Gift and How This Can Be Done

If you’ve been tasked with selecting corporate gifts for your company, you may already know how overwhelming it can be. With diverse dietary requirements, the hassle of collecting addresses, and an endless array of gift options, the process can quickly become daunting. Fortunately, Social Stories Club, a leading sustainable gifting company, offers the perfect solution: hassle-free, memorable, and sustainable corporate gift hampers that allow your employees to choose their own gifts.

The Impact of Employee-Selected Corporate Gifts

Choosing the right corporate gifts can significantly influence how employees feel about your company. A well-thought-out gift can make employees feel valued and appreciated, especially when it aligns with their personal values. When the gift is not only thoughtful but also sustainable and supports social enterprises, it strengthens the bond between employees and the company, fostering a sense of shared values and belonging.

In this blog, we’ll explore why allowing your employees to select their own corporate gifts is not only the easiest solution for you but also the most enjoyable and meaningful for them. Let’s dive into how this process works.

How Staff Choosing Their Own Corporate Gift Works

There are various ways employees can select their own corporate gifts, but one of the most effective is allowing them to build their own sustainable gift hamper. Social Stories Club makes this process simple and engaging. You can start by deciding whether you prefer a hamper or a gift box and how many items you’d like your employees to choose. After that, you can purchase a gift card for the exact value or create a unique landing page where employees can build their own hamper through a personalised link.

Upon landing on the page, your employees will have the opportunity to choose from a variety of ethical and sustainable products, such as chocolates made by women who have previously been incarcerated, socks that support the homeless, and bath salts that provide jobs for individuals with disabilities. This process not only makes gifting easier for you but also more meaningful for your employees. Get in touch with us today through our corporate gifting page, and we’ll make this gifting experience as seamless as possible.

1. Employee-Selected Corporate Gifts Are Better for the Environment

Traditional corporate gifts, such as plastic merchandise like stress balls, often end up in landfills, contributing to waste. In contrast, allowing employees to choose their own gifts ensures they receive items they actually want and will use. By opting for a luxurious and sustainable gift hamper, you’re providing a gift that is not only desirable but also eco-friendly.

Social Stories Club’s sustainable gift hampers are designed to have minimal environmental impact. The gift boxes are made from biodegradable, recyclable cardboard, and the hampers are crafted from recycled paper rope, making them reusable. Instead of plastic fillers, we use wood wool sourced from sustainable timber forests. Additionally, all products in our hampers support various social causes, such as planting trees, educating vulnerable children, and supporting refugees.

When employees receive a gift hamper they’ve built themselves, they’ll be excited to open a package filled with their favourite items, all while knowing their gift has a positive impact on the environment.

2. Employee-Selected Corporate Gifts Are More Memorable

The experience of selecting the contents of a corporate gift hamper is unique and engaging. Employees will enjoy choosing from a variety of delicious chocolates, snacks, drinks, and pamper products, making the process fun for the entire family. A memorable gift doesn’t just make employees feel appreciated—it strengthens their connection to the company.

At Social Stories Club, we specialise in creating ethical gift hampers filled with products from sustainable businesses and social enterprises. Each product comes with a story of positive impact, shared in a story booklet included with the gift. Allowing employees to build their own sustainable gift hampers adds an interactive element that makes the gift even more special and memorable.

When employees participate in the process of choosing their corporate gift, they gain a deeper understanding of and appreciation for the values behind it. Selecting a sustainable corporate gifting company like Social Stories Club sends a clear message about your company’s commitment to sustainability, social impact, and ethical practices. This, in turn, fosters a culture of sustainability within your workplace and strengthens employee loyalty. You can look at options staff will have for building their own gift hamper on our build your own gift page. 

3. Employee-Selected Gift Hampers Cater to Dietary Requirements

With so many dietary preferences and restrictions, choosing a one-size-fits-all corporate gift can be challenging. However, by allowing employees to build their own gift hampers, you eliminate the stress of catering to everyone’s needs. Social Stories Club’s build-your-own gift hamper option offers a wide range of choices, including vegan, vegetarian, and gluten-free products, as well as non-food items like reusable water bottles and beautifully scented soaps.

This approach not only simplifies the process for you but also ensures that every employee receives a gift they can truly enjoy.

4. No Need to Collect Addresses When Employees Order Their Own Gifts

Collecting addresses for corporate gifts can be time-consuming and complicated, especially when trying to stay GDPR compliant. However, when employees build their own gift hampers, there’s no need to worry about collecting addresses. Employees can input their address directly into the website when ordering their gift, making the process smooth and efficient.

Conclusion

Corporate gifting plays a vital role in how employees perceive their company, and allowing them to choose their own gifts can make the experience even more impactful. By partnering with Social Stories Club, a sustainable corporate gifting company, you can provide your employees with a unique and environmentally friendly gifting experience. From building their own gift hampers to receiving products that support social causes and small businesses, your employees will feel valued and aligned with your company’s values. Reach out to us today and book a call with us, to learn more about how we can help with employee gifts, client gifts, and branded corporate gifts that truly make a difference.

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Social Stories Club Corporate Gifting

If you are looking to show your team how much they are appreciated, attract and retain clients, or you have a corporate event and you want to create an impression, then our sustainable corporate hampers are just what you need. We have created the most exciting gift to give and receive which are packaged beautifully using sustainable materials, filled with delicious products made by social enterprises, and also include a storybook starting conversations about sustainability.

"Social Stories Club is a fantastic initiative that enables social enterprises to collaborate in such a creative way. The perfect way to buy gifts with a social impact" - David Adair, Head of Community Engagement, PwC