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This common-sense activity is as impactful to making a gift “very memorable” as gifts chosen especially for each individual. And research shows that recipients of gifts they describe as “very memorable” are 70% more likely to report feeling connected to their employers. The impact of a simple personally-addressed note is worth emphasizing: overall, two-thirds of all employee gift recipients don’t remember their gift including a personalized note. Taking the time to individually…

Employee gifting can play an important role in employee retention in a tight labor market, which is why US businesses will spend upwards of $40B in employee gifting this year. The good news: Gifting plays an important role in employee connectedness, loyalty, and retention. 81% of employees feel appreciated when they receive gifts from employers 56% feel recognized for doing a good job 41% indicate that gifts positively influence their opinion of their…