Be a sweetheart this Valentine’s Day and learn the art of giving according to the experts at Prezzee.
In a world where consumers are spoilt for choice, gift giving can be a bit overwhelming at the best of times. We all want to be THAT gift giver. The one that gets the high fives and the nod of approval that acknowledges just how on point the present is.
So why do so many of us stuff up the art of gift giving for our loved ones? Are we too wrapped up in our own world, we assume they are just like us, and therefore must want what we’d like to receive? Or have we simply become so busy – or perhaps lazy – that a wad of cash and a card from Hallmark will suffice?
The experts at Prezzee, a marketplace for digital gift cards, has come to the rescue and put together some tell-tale signs of a gift-giving gone wrong and, more importantly, how to actually give the perfect present this Valentines Day.
Here are some common side effects of giving the WRONG gift (which you will most definitely want to avoid if you want to stay in your partner’s good books)!
The look of surprise, followed by the cheesy grin and a drawn out ‘Thaaaanks’. It may seem genuine, but what’s ticking behind the eyes tells a different story.
Next, and this is a sure fire way of knowing you’ve totally missed the mark. Crickets, literally. Awkward silence.
And lastly, the nervous laugh followed by a vaguely convincing “I so needed one of these”. Secretly they are thinking “How could you!”
Here are the rules of engagement on how to gift the perfect present
Think about e-gifts
If you’re looking at buying a gift for someone who would literally forget their head if it wasn’t screwed on, check out a digital gift card from Prezzee as an alternative to the plastic kind. Because unlike their physical siblings, they literally go wherever your phone does – and the participating outlets are endless. Just like plastic gift cards, they give the receiver the freedom to choose their own gift, all while giving the purchaser flexibility and a variety of retailers. With the advancement of technology, online giving or ‘e-giving’ is the way of the future, and can be stored on your mobile phone, redeemable online or in-store.
Set your budget
How much should you spend on gifts? Unfortunately, there’s no magic number. Be clear in the beginning what your budget is so you can eliminate gifts that are out of reach. Gift Cards are a great way of sticking to your budget and the ability to store them digitally on your phone means they can be redeemed and gifted throughout the year with ease.
Consider the receiver
What kind of person are they? Are you 100% sure they shop in Myer over David Jones? If you are giving to your wife, husband, boyfriend or girlfriend for Valentine’s Day you will most likely know them well enough to know what brand would be a good fit. But if you are unsure, give them the Prezzee Swap Card which can be exchanged for any retailer Gift Card they like! Or for an extra touch of romance, give them a Flight Centre Gift Card and let them choose your next holiday together.
Give the gift at an appropriate time
Do you give your gift first thing in the morning or wait until a romantic dinner to unveil? If it is an online gift, it can be delivered instantly or scheduled for a later date so ensure you choose the right time to purchase and send.
a digital Gift CardPrezzee has you covered. Sending a digital Gift Card will allow your loved one to choose their gift and avoid the pitfalls of giving a disappointing gift.
Happy Valentines Day!
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