Investment Executive | Should You Give Alcohol As A Client Gift?
A gift of a bottle of wine or spirits can be a gracious way to say “thank you” to a client, says Joanne Blake, owner of Style for Success Inc. in Edmonton.
But, Blake says, giving alcohol can also be “a bit of a minefield.” Many clients may abstain for religious, health or cultural reasons. Giving a bottle to the wrong person could be offensive.
Once you have determined that your client indeed enjoys a sip now and then, consider these tips before “gifting” a bottle: