Even More Tips Do's and Don'ts of Client Gift-Giving DO think twice about gifts for people of the opposite sex. Extra care should be taken that gifts are not construed as being intimate in any way. DO inquire about gift protocol.
Some companies have very strict guidelines regarding gift acceptance.
To avoid troubling your intended gift recipient, a discreet call to the secretary or receptionist to ask about the company's gift policy should give you the information you need. DON'T send a group gift unless everyone knows each other. DO check vigorously for mistakes in personalized gifts. Nothing is more disappointing than a misspelled item. DON'T reciprocate automatically.