Let's be honest: corporate gifting usually goes one of two ways.Option A: You plan ahead, send thoughtful gifts, and bask in the gratitude emails.
Option B: It's December 18th, you're panic-ordering Amazon gift cards, and you're promising yourself "next year will be different."
This year, let's make Option A happen. Here's your foolproof playbook.
The gifting calendar moves fast. Here's when to send for maximum impact:
|
Send Date |
Why It Works |
Order Deadline |
|
Before Thanksgiving |
Stand out before the inbox flood + authentic gratitude timing |
Nov 3 (bonus: free branding!) |
|
Early December |
Peak holiday spirit, people are still in office, gifts arrive before vacation |
Nov 15 |
|
January |
Fresh start energy, less competition, perfect for "let's crush 2026 together" vibes |
Dec 10 |
Pro tip: Thoughty's November 3 deadline gets you free branded hang tags and closure stickers—a $5-8/gift value.
Choose Gifts People Actually Want
The fruit basket test: If you wouldn't be excited to receive it, don't send it.
Popular Gifts:
 |
 |
 |
| Functional + Delightful | Giving Back | Experience-in-a-Box |
 |
 |
 |
|
C-Suite Clients |
Team Gifts | Budget-Conscious |
Generic gifts whisper. Branded gifts resonate.
Smart branding moves:
- Custom hang tags with your logo + personal note
- QR codes linking to a thank-you video or Spotify playlist
- Branded closure stickers (free if you book by Nov 3!)
- Custom packaging for 30+ gifts (think: your colors, your message)
The Thoughty advantage: We handle design proofs, production, and iteration—you just approve the final look.
What you do:
- Pick gifts (or tell us your vision)
- Approve designs
- Send your recipient list
- Take credit when the raving emails roll in
Translation: You get zero stress and 100% of the credit.
Real talk: Our holiday slots are 60% full, and we've had to turn away clients in past Decembers. Custom orders have a 4-6 week lead time, and shipping delays can happen.
The companies who nail corporate gifting? They're the ones reaching out in October, not December.
Here's how to get started:
- Browse the 2025 Corporate Catalog
- Call 910.632.0408 — speak with a gifting specialist (we're nice, we promise)
- Email hello@thoughtygifts.com — describe your vision, we'll handle the rest
November 3 deadline for free branding
The Bottom Line:
Corporate gifting isn't just checking a box—it's how you make people feel about your business when they're not working with you. A thoughtful, well-timed gift strengthens relationships, sparks joy, and sets the tone for a successful year ahead.
And with Thoughty handling the details? You actually get to enjoy the process.
Let's make this easy.