Corporate Gifts vs Awards: What Makes the Bigger Impact?

Finding the Best Way to Say Thank You

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1.0 The Big Question: Gift or Trophy?

Every boss wants their team to be happy. In Dubai, we have many ways to show we are thankful. Sometimes, a boss gives a gift, like a box of chocolates or a fancy pen. Other times, they give a shiny crystal award.

But which one is better? Which one makes a worker feel more special?

At TheAwardsDXB, we help many companies choose. Some people think a gift is better because you can use it. Other people think a trophy is better because you can keep it forever. In this guide, we will use simple words to see which one has the “Bigger Impact.” We want to help you spend your money in the best way.

2.0 What is a Corporate Gift?

A corporate gift is a “present” from the company. It is usually something you can use or eat.

Common gifts in the UAE are:

• Nice boxes of dates or sweets.
• Fancy power banks for phones.
• High-quality water bottles or coffee mugs.
• Gift cards for malls.

Gifts are great because they make people feel happy right away. Everyone likes getting a surprise present! Gifts are usually given to everyone at the same time. For example, every worker might get a box of dates for a holiday. It makes everyone feel included and part of the group.

3.0 What is a Corporate Award?

A corporate award is different. It is not just a present. It is a “badge of honor.” You do not get an award just for being there. You get an award because you did something amazing.

Common awards at TheAwardsDXB are:

• Clear crystal trophies with 3D lasers.
• Gold-colored metal cups for top sales.
• Wooden plaques for five years of work.

An award is a physical symbol of a win. It usually has the person’s name on it. It says exactly why they are a star. Because you have to “earn” an award, it feels very valuable to the person who gets it.

4.0 Comparing the Impact: Long-Term vs. Short-Term

This is the most important part to understand.

Corporate Gifts (Short-Term Impact): Gifts are fun, but they often “disappear.” If you give a box of sweets, they are eaten in one day. If you give a pen, it might get lost in a drawer. The “good feeling” lasts for a few minutes or hours. After a week, the worker might forget who gave them the gift.

Corporate Awards (Long-Term Impact): An award has a “Long-Term Impact.” It sits on a desk or a shelf. The worker sees it every single morning. Every time they look at it, they remember that they are good at their job. Their friends and family see it, too. A bespoke award keeps saying “thank you” for ten years, not just ten minutes.

5.0 When to Use Each One

Both have a place in the office. Here is how to decide:

Use a Corporate Gift when:

• It is a big holiday like Eid or Christmas.
• You want to say “thank you” to everyone for a busy week.
• You are meeting a new client for the first time.

Use a Corporate Award when:

• Someone reached a big goal.
• Someone has worked for you for a long time.
• Someone did something brave or very helpful.
• You want to show who the “Best Employee” is.

6.0 Can You Use Both Together?

Yes! This is a great secret for big companies in Dubai.

Imagine a big party. You call a worker to the stage. You give them a beautiful 3D engraved crystal award. Everyone claps! Then, you also give them a gift card or a nice gift box.

The award is the “memory” they keep forever. The gift is the “treat” they enjoy tonight. Using both together makes the impact even bigger. It shows that you care about their work (the award) and their happiness (the gift).

7.0 Conclusion: Why Awards Usually Win

If you can only pick one, the award usually wins for the biggest impact. Why? Because people forget what they ate, but they never forget how you made them feel.

An award makes a person feel proud, talented, and important. It builds a strong bond between the boss and the worker. It turns a job into a career.

At TheAwardsDXB, we specialize in making those memories. We use the best materials right here in our Dubai workshop to make sure your awards look perfect. We want to help you make an impact that lasts for years.

Are you ready to make your team feel like stars? Visit theawardsdxb.com today and let’s find the perfect award for your winners!