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Gifts to Celebrate an Achievement
About Gifts to Celebrate an Achievement
If you’re celebrating a co-worker's retirement or the fact they have received an award or status within your industry, you might want to buy them a gift. It can be hard to figure out what gift to buy someone in this position. We take a look at some things you should consider to help you choose the perfect gift for an achievement.
Their interests
The best gift appeals to the recipient's interest; they’ll enjoy using it or get pleasure from owning the item. Find out about the person's interests and tailor the gift towards these interests. Perhaps they’re enthusiastic about cooking; in this case, a set of quality spices combined with a cookbook or set of knives would be a gift they are likely to appreciate. If the individual loves to travel, you could give them vouchers for an airline so they can use them for their next trip. Gifts that are tailored toward a particular person show thought, care, and attention; these are hallmarks of a good present.
Achievement-related
Suppose you’re a business buying an employee a gift for a specific achievement or retirement. In that case, you might not know their interests, especially in a large company with thousands of employees. In this case, you could give an item or experience related to the achievement. Something that is symbolic of their hard work in the industry would be a good reminder of their achievement. Chefs who have worked in the industry for a long time and are about to retire could receive a golden spoon or an engraved mixing bowl as a retirement gift. These commemorative items can be displayed in their home as a reminder of their accomplishments. Many people would be delighted to receive a gift demonstrating the hard work they’ve put in to achieve their goal. These prestige gifts can be used as part of an event or party to celebrate the recipient's achievements. If you’re unsure about what achievement-related gift to buy, you can always go online and do your own research into gifts that would be best suited for your industry. Some employers make a tradition out of giving employees the same prestige gifts when they reach a certain number of years at the company or when they retire. This is a good incentive and an excellent way to reward employees for all of their hard work and commitment.
Experience gifts
An achievement is a great occasion to give an experience. People work hard to achieve their goals, so celebrating with an experience where they can relax or do what they love is an excellent way to mark the occasion. Experiences can vary from a holiday or weekend away to a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity. Where possible, the experience should be in equal standing to the achievement of the individual. To avoid wasting an experience gift, focus on the recipient when purchasing the gift. Some companies choose to give an experience gift card to prevent issues with experiences that aren’t suitable for the individual. However, if the company knows the individual well, they could create a really special experience gift.
Engraved gift
A gift engraved with details of the achievement is a nice piece of memorabilia the person can keep and proudly display in their home. Trophies are commonly engraved with details of the achievement, such as how many years an employee has worked for the company and when he or she retired. If a trophy doesn’t feel relevant, a plaque or ornament is a good alternative for gifting as part of celebrating several years of service at a company. People also choose to use framed pictures with engraved letters around the frame; this is a great way to capture a memory and celebrate the person's achievements through a gift.
Achievements should be celebrated; a party or an event combined with a well-thought-out gift is one of the best ways to do this. If you’re looking for the perfect gift to celebrate an achievement of a family member, friend or employee, you can use the tips listed above to help. Always remember to keep in mind your overall budget; if you love to buy gifts, it can be easy to forget this and spend too much money.
