If you make reservations for your anniversary dinner two weeks in advance, pay your taxes before Groundhog’s Day, and especially if you slapped a bow on the gift for the last employee on your holiday list before the calendar flipped to December, this article isn’t for you.

But if you’re like us (and according to a Klarna study, 79% of you are) then you know it’s down to crunchtime for holiday corporate gifting.

A Snappy survey of more than 1,500 Americans found three in four people expect their employer to give them a gift. And it pays to exceed those expectations; one-third of respondents said a meaningful gift increased their job satisfaction for three to six months. That’s a big deal in a tight job market.

When you need a gift, and you need it fast, gift cards are a go-to solution. You can purchase and send them online so shipping isn’t a problem. That helps explain why half of all corporate gift givers expect to purchase digital gift cards in a given year. And on the consumer side, gift cards have long been among the top choices come the holidays.

But a gift card to a chain store or restaurant can come across a little cold.

To put the magic back into your last minute gift card, you need to make it feel personal, and you need to give your recipient the ability to spend it on what they want.

Personalize Your Recipient’s Gift

Last minute gifting doesn’t have to mean impersonal or generic. With the Giftly Corporate Portal, you can 

1. Upload your employees’ names and emails
2. Pick a beautiful, custom design 
3. Then, add a note and hit send 

We’ve helped customers send personalized gifts to over 5,000 employees in just a couple of minutes!

Giftly even lets you save templates. You can create templates for employee appreciation, incentives, rewards, and yes, even holidays. That way, the next time you need to send out a card, you can do so with a single click.

Instead of a plain text email and an unbranded landing page, your recipients get a custom-designed card with their name and a personal note from you.

Allow Recipients To Choose Their Gift

Corporate gifters told the Coresight research team that two of their biggest challenges around giving their employees meaningful gifts are:

• Limited information on the recipient’s preferences
• An inability to purchase gifts from multiple brands and retailers.

With Giftly, your recipient can spend their card however they’d like. You can send a coffee-themed card, and they can use that money at Starbucks if they want. Or, they can stroll down to that corner cafe where the barista already has their order memorized.

Giftly's Magic: Not Just for the Holidays

Giftly's usefulness isn't just a seasonal affair. It's a comprehensive solution designed to elevate your corporate gifting strategy throughout the entire year. Whether it's recognizing milestones, celebrating achievements, or just showing appreciation, Giftly seamlessly fits into every occasion with its personalized and flexible approach.

But if you're still in need of some inspiration for this holiday season, don't worry, we've got you covered. Check out our curated list of 'X Exceptional Gift Ideas Every Employee Will Love.' These ideas are sure to spark joy and gratitude, making your holiday gifting memorable and impactful.