The start of a new journey should be exciting whether you are starting a new job, moving to a new city, or taking a new class. As a business owner or event planner, welcoming new members to your organization should be a positive experience, not a daunting one. In fact, it is a great opportunity to begin building rapport and establish the basis for a long term business relationship. Making your new employees or co-workers feel welcomed will encourage them to give their best, resulting in more positive business outcomes. At COMDA, we have taken all of the guesswork out of the equation and have created a shortlist of products that you can customize for a warm reception.
Company Swag
Branded apparel is among the most popular welcome gift ideas as it provides an easy way to introduce your branding to new members. Shirts, hats, hoodies, and jackets are items you can customize with your logo in order to quickly make an employee feel like part of the team. Giving them a gift at the start of the business relationship encourages new members to give back something in exchange, which often comes in the form of greater efforts and ultimately stronger business outcomes. By welcoming them with branded gifts you are establishing the basis for a long term connection, which helps lower voluntary turnover.
Organizational Items
Another way to make sure your brand stays on top of every new hire’s mind is through personalized office products and tech-accessories. With the amount of individuals working from home, exclusively or as part of a hybrid schedule, surely they will appreciate additional materials for their home workspace. Additionally, what this does is remind them they are part of something larger each time they see your logo on their desks. Desktop items are great as they remain visible on camera during video calls, allowing the public to become accustomed to your company. You can also include desk and wall calendars which help them stay on top of their schedules and deadlines. As a bonus, these can be distributed to clients during meetings as alternatives to business cards.
Alternatively, you can always give out items that are more closely related to what you do or your industry. For example, interior designers and builders can customize many construction-themed products such as reflective vests and t-shirts to keep workers safe and visible. Anyone working in real estate, such as property management companies, can personalize house-shaped items or lifestyle products that incorporate your brand into their living space. Find products that make sense for your business and think about how these will help new members feel welcomed.
