Corporate gifting is more than just holiday hampers—it’s your employer’s way of recognizing your hard work and making you feel valued.
This employee-focused glossary breaks down what corporate gifts are, why they matter, how they work, and what you should know about gift cards, taxes, and the best types of gifts to receive at work.
Corporate gifting is when your company gives you a gift—physical items, experiences, or gift cards—to show appreciation for your contributions. These gifts may be given during holidays, work anniversaries, or as part of employee recognition programs.
It’s a thoughtful gesture that reflects appreciation for your efforts.
Corporate gifts are the actual items or services you might receive from your employer. They can include branded notebooks, tech gadgets, wellness kits, personalized thank-you boxes, or gift cards. These gifts are meant to acknowledge your hard work and celebrate milestones.
Corporate gifting helps employees feel recognized and valued. A meaningful gift can:
It’s more than a perk—it’s part of building a respectful and rewarding workplace.
Gifts are usually arranged by the HR, employee engagement, or people operations team. Sometimes your manager might select or personalize a gift for your work anniversary or specific achievement. In larger companies, gifting platforms automate and manage the process to ensure timely and consistent recognition.
You may receive gifts on:
Some companies use platforms where you can redeem your gift from a selection, while others may send items directly to your home or desk.
The best gifts are those that feel personal, thoughtful, and useful. Examples include:
Gifts that reflect your interests or offer everyday value tend to make the strongest impact.
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Celebrar reuniones periódicas de una hora de duración para mantener una charla informal con cada miembro del equipo es una forma excelente de hacerse una idea real de lo que les pasa. Al tratarse de una conversación segura y privada, te ayuda a obtener mejores detalles sobre un asunto.
eNPS (employee Net Promoter score) es una de las formas más sencillas y eficaces de evaluar la opinión de sus empleados sobre su empresa. Incluye una pregunta intrigante que mide la lealtad. Un ejemplo de preguntas de eNPS son ¿Qué probabilidades hay de que recomiende nuestra empresa a otras personas? Los empleados responden a la encuesta eNPS en una escala del 1 al 10, donde 10 significa que es "muy probable" que recomienden la empresa y 1 significa que es "muy improbable" que la recomienden.
You don’t need to do anything to “get into” corporate gifting—but if your company doesn’t yet have a gifting program, consider suggesting it to HR. Share how thoughtful gifting can support employee morale, loyalty, and engagement. If you’re in HR, consider platforms that allow personalized and automated gifting at scale.
Yes, sometimes. Cash gifts and high-value items may be treated as taxable income. However, small, occasional gifts—like holiday hampers, branded merchandise, or gift cards under a certain value—are usually considered de minimis (non-taxable) in many countries. Your HR or payroll team typically handles any necessary reporting.
Yes—but if your employer gives you money or a cash-equivalent (like a high-value gift card), it’s usually considered part of your income and taxed accordingly. Small rewards may be tax-exempt, but large cash gifts will likely be included in your payslip or bonus calculation.
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