2007-04-19 04:36:55 · 13 answers · asked by pottersclay70 6 in Society & Culture ➔ Etiquette
Tell your client that while you greatly appreciate his/her thoughtfulness, the gifts are not necessary and that you would appreciate they make a donation to the local Food Pantry, or whatever your favorite charity happens to be.
2007-04-19 04:48:13 · answer #1 · answered by Beach Saint 7 · 2⤊ 1⤋
I AM this person !! I bring small gifts to appointments with me simply to share, such as a candy treat ( like tootsie pops) or a collector coin since I am a collector and love to spark the interest in others as well.
I am glad I read the answers here. I guess it is time for me to stop sharing & making others uncomfortable. I never realized that I was doing this and certainly had hoped that the people I deal with would have the balls to simply flat out tell me.
WOW what an eye opener !!
Happy Spring !!
: )
2007-04-19 12:57:58 · answer #2 · answered by Kitty 6 · 1⤊ 1⤋
Depends what business you're in.
We usually say that we have a rule in place where we are not allowed to accept personal gifts from clients as it may influence our professional relationship.
I have been told by customers that they are not allowed to accept any form of gift (Even lunch/dinner meetings) as it may be seen to be preferential to the other suppliers they use.
2007-04-19 11:41:34 · answer #3 · answered by EaterOfTartanColouredSmarties 4 · 1⤊ 1⤋
Do not ask, TELL.
In your acceptance of the appointment, print the warning in bold type ' People trying to appease with gifts will be prosecuted. Do not come with Gifts.'
2007-04-19 11:43:12 · answer #4 · answered by smartobees 4 · 1⤊ 1⤋
Some people like giving gifts the way others (hint, hint) like not receiving gifts.
You know whats wild? Its more fun to give gifts to people that don't want a gift. Its annoying to give a gift to someone that expects the gift (Like they deserve it).
2007-04-19 11:50:42 · answer #5 · answered by Danny 2 · 0⤊ 1⤋
I agree with telling them it's company policy, but if they insist and if the gifts are appropriate, donate them to nursing homes or shelters, etc...
2007-04-19 11:45:36 · answer #6 · answered by Milkaholic 6 · 2⤊ 0⤋
There is no proper way. If you are serious make sure the person is told to take it back.
2007-04-19 11:42:02 · answer #7 · answered by cnsone 4 · 1⤊ 1⤋
let them do what they want and thank them and be firm in letting them no that no gift is needed at your appointments .if they continue start dropping hints of expensive presents if they won't stop no reason you should not benefit
2007-04-19 11:41:40 · answer #8 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 2⤋
I will be there at time
2007-04-19 11:40:32 · answer #9 · answered by Atila a 4 · 1⤊ 1⤋
Just say it. Or rewrap the gift and return it to them.
2007-04-20 06:41:10 · answer #10 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 1⤋