Desktop Gifts

Desktop gifts are some of the most practical gifts for working men and women. Not only to they fulfill a daily need, but they also earn your logo a visible spot in any office. However, if you're looking to impress a high end executive, you'll want to make sure the item is classy and sophisticated.

Which is why I love Futura items. The Futura Pencil Cube and Clock is practical with a padded base for a no-scratch bottom and easy to read clock on the front. By laser engraving a company logo on metal panel rather than just printing it, you'll be able to create a professional feel for this item and maintain a high percieved value.

Your Message on a Massager

Promotional massagers are a great gift item for any go-getter. These small, handheld items are battery powered with two AA batteries (easy to find at any drug store!) and provide some much needed relaxation to recipients.

With a vibrating disc and lightweight body the recipient will be able to massage a specific location of discomfort. For restaraunts, these are a great holiday gift for employees after standing on tired feet. Labor workers will also appreciate the sentiment after a hard days work.

For a cheaper non-electronic massager, check out the H-ball. These are inexpensive enough to give to trade show goers or event attendees.

Quills are Not Out of Fashion

It might not seem like your typical gift- a quill and ink. However, these aren't the feather quills of days past. These are high quality executive quills, perfect for signing important documents. The art glass quills come with a bottle of ink and an elegant maple box.

Both the box and the metal plate inside the box can be engraved with a company logo. These are great for the business man or woman who has everything because while they may have dozens of beautiful pens, they will probably not have a quill.

Let's Celebrate

Having a tough time at work? Want to crack open a bottle of wine and celebrate the fact that Friday is finally here? Do it in style with an 8 Bottle Wine Chiller.

With this corporate gift you're not only going to make an excellent impression on the recipient, but you're also guaranteeing that your company logo is going to stay visible for a long time. Unlike hats or water bottles, the recipient won't lose, ruin or throw out this corporate gift. In fact, it's likely to get an honorary spot in the office as a weapon against stress, boredom and particularly awful Mondays.

After all, the weekend isn't here until you're opening a bottle of wine. If you want to go a step above, add a few bottles of your favorite wine for recipients to enjoy. I'm a big fan of Ports, especially for a good dessert wine at an office party or small gathering.

Plus, this gift will have you covered for the next few years. Each holiday add a wine accessory or customized bottle of wine. It's a great way to remind customers and business partners they're an important part of your company's success.

Truly High End Gift

Golf outings are the epitome of corporate culture. Networking happens, business deals are made and golf clubs are carried from hole to hole. What better place to have your company name than right in the middle of every game?

Which is why I love these high quality Golf Club Bags by Ogio. Ogio specializes in durable sports gear, including features like a padded sunglass pocket, elastic tee holder and elastic umbrella containment system (these guys really thought of everything!) all made standard on the golf club bag.

Imprint your logo on one of these Ogio items for a customized corporate gift. Recipients will be impressed by your style choice and are sure to use this bag every time they hit the golf course.

For a continued gift, send imprinted golf balls periodically, coupled with an invitation to the course. It'll be a great way to keep in touch with clients or business partners throughout the year.

Puzzled?

Brain teasers and puzzles have become a popular gift for any creative position. Brain teasers like the X-ball are meant to train employees to think outside of the box and develop problem solving skills.

Even on an executive level, these puzzles are gaining momentum. One of my personal favorites is the Ball of Whacks. The ball has 30 pieces that stick together with magnets. It comes with a 96 page instruction book for challenge suggestions.

The idea is to inspire creativity... and it's fun to play with when you come across a mental road block!

The Gift of Knowledge

For the employee who always has his/her nose in a book, give the gift they actually want. A book!

You can get a variety of books printed with company information and the recipients name on the inside cover or front page.

For the businessman who networks on the golf course, give 101 Essential Tips Golf. It never hurts to brush up on your game before hitting the course.

If your recipient is a go-getter, well-traveled person consider 1,000 Places to See Before You Die. It has a great list of things to do and places to see that are off the beaten path. This is a great gift right before retirement or holiday vacations.

Lastly, don't leave out the philosopher of the office! With the Good Life Series Book you'll give employees food for thought, provoking some interesting conversations around the office.

Wallet Sized Gifts

Cash is slowly going the way of the Walkman. It's on the way out. Credit cards are becoming ubiquitous and wallets and shrinking to follow the trend.

The good thing is that corporate gifts have now gone credit-sized as well. Credit sized USB drives are a great gift to toss in a gift basket or put in holiday gift cards. They are small enough to fit in most wallets and are a practical gift for any business man or woman. What I love about them is their sleek design that fits into a professional life. No more goofy USB drives for the corporate environment!

If you're looking for something a little more technological than a USB drive, you find credit card Mp3 players too! These are great for a music loving client or manager and hold between 100 and 800 full length songs. With these gifts you can do a full color imprint to keep your company's message bright and clear.

Both are great solutions to the corporate gift problem. Try mailing them in holiday cards for a truly unique touch.