I always read the providers bio ......... location and convince are secondary to what I think my provider will like.
Originally Posted by Topgun007
I like that you take the time to read bio's and that the location and convenience are secondary. Very nice.
As with all gifts, they shouldn't be chosen out of sheer convenience otherwise the meaning and intent behind giving the gift in the first place is lost.
Reading provider profiles or simply just asking what they like always works for me. As long as there is thought behind the gift and not an obvious flower from QuikTrip after thought kind of gift, you can't go wrong.
Originally Posted by Bcdrummer
Would you say gifts for providers are most likely to be bought when they can be purchased with cash, instead of only being able to be found online and purchased with a credit card? I'm not sure what gift this would be, but do you think providers should only list gifts that can be purchased with cash?
So, what do I think?
I think the price is not the main thing. I once brought a lady a sack full for various kinds of grapes because I knew she loved grapes. She was thrilled. But, then there was three other sacks of groceries and I knew it was the end of the month and the money was probably thin. This was a lady who refused to take any tips from me. Pride is important. If you respect a person, the object is to cultivate friendship. If you give something that is too expensive, it can be an insult and hurt. Sometimes, one has to be careful with gifts, at other times it is just "go for broke", it depends upon the situation.
I think that in all cases, a gift is special if a person puts some thought into the purchase.
JR
Originally Posted by JRLawrence
In what case do you think a client should purchase a gift that he thinks the provider needs, instead of buying her a gift that she has shown an interest in?
I think it more about being thoughtful then cost or convenience.......don't mind going out of my way or spending a bit more for someone who make our time special
Originally Posted by bluesfan
What percentage of clients would you say look at the wish list/gift ideas on a provider's website or profile, and actually consider surprising her with one of them?