Social Media… Isn’t it just a fad?

Written by Tami Ross on 26 October 2009

Saving Time Saves Money

Written by Tami Ross on 23 October 2009

I remember a basket delivery last year… it was really close to an afternoon appointment and I thought I could save the client a little money if I dropped the gift off myself…

I left the meeting and headed to the drop off point… made it in record time and then spend over an hour finding my way back to the office!!! I saved the client a few dollars and cost myself over an hour of time.

I mention this because as you plan for your holiday gift giving know that there are professional gift designers out here to help save you time and ultimately the headache and frustration. I outsource my deliveries so I can focus on your gift design and you can focus on what drives your bottom dollar.

5 things to know when you’re hiring a gift basket company

1. Budget – provide a range within $10 and note if the budget includes shipping and handling and tax.

2. Delivery date – most holiday corporate gifts go out the week of the Dec 10th. Planning ahead allows you to ship ground… the savings here can really add up

3. Themes or ideas – This could mean adding a special item or using a specific color. With a little of this and a little of that a custom look can be achieved without breaking the bank.

4. Messages for cards – This is a great way to further customize your gift. Messages can be added to gift tag or to the shipping box.

5. Payment – most custom projects require a deposit upfront. OBB Nashville takes a 50% deposit before physically creating the gifts, but the intial consultation and design are free.

Please let us know how we can help!

Tami Ross
Gift & Appreciation Marketing Specialist with OBB Nashville
http://www.obbgiftsnashville.com/

Be Original! Give Original!

Can’t Get Home for The Holidays… send a Taste of Tennessee Gift Package or better yet… take it with you!

Written by Tami Ross on 15 October 2009

Nashville, Tennessee is a home away from home for a long list of people from all sorts of industries… from music to publishing, medicine to agriculture and beyond… Music City is a place where the best of the best come from all over to dream and thrive!

I first visited Nashville in 2001 and it was love at first sight! I opened The Original Basket Boutique in Nashville with the hopes of supporting and promoting my new home. The list of mouth watering gourmet delights are endless! For a list of amazing local food options check out the Pick TN Products website.

Send a Taste of Tennessee gift package home for the holidays.
Prices start at $40 and can include:
Peanut brittle, nut mixes and toffee from Page’s Premiums
Tennessee T Cakes
Aunt Lizzie’s Cheese straws
Country Fresh Fudge

Tami Ross
Gift & Appreciation Marketing Specialist with OBB Nashville
http://www.obbgiftsnashville.com/

Be Original! Give Original!

On A Tight Budget – Holiday Gift Ideas

Written by Tami Ross on 13 October 2009

The old saying goes that those who market their business during the tough times see tremendous growth during the good times…

A GREAT way to get your name in front of your customers one more time this year AND thank them for their business is to send a card. You can even get ahead of the curve and send it out in time for Thanksgiving… only my favorite time of the year!

My choice for custom cards is Birchcraft Studios. They are a family owned business celebrating over 80 years in business! Birchcraft offers a huge catalogue of designs and verses. A great product at a great price.

CLICK HERE to browse my card selection.

A fun addition to the card may be to include a package of hot chocolate or apple cider… it increases the postage slightly but increases the impact exponentially.

to your success!

Tami Ross
Gift Specialist with OBB Nashville
http://www.obbgiftsnashville.com/

Be Original! Give Original!

My favorite spa packages…

Written by Tami Ross on 09 October 2009

Create your own world of relaxation… love these! The bath fizzies are shaped like fortune cookies and have little water proof notes in them. It is OK to invest in a little YOU TIME!

www.dodisturb.com

If you’d like to use these gifts to reward your clients or staff please drop us a line at TamiR@obbgifts.com

Tami Ross
Gift Specialist with OBB Nashville
www.obbgiftsnashville.com

Be Original! Give Original!

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Why use OBB?
We save you time, money and get your name in front of your customer one more time! We will never compromise on quality or variety and you’ll always be the first to know what’s new. If your gift needs to go across town or across the continent, you’re covered.

What sets us apart?
We pride ourselves on being “original” – we find unique gifts and gourmet treats customized to your business that can be presented professionally with your company logo on the bow ribbon.

Why send gifts or gift baskets?
Cultivating relationships is a key component to building a successful business. At The Original Basket Boutique we can think of 365 reasons to give. From thank you gifts to special occasions, holidays to new baby, get-well and bereavement we can help with gift selection and delivery.

Community Involvement

Tami Ross, Owner of The Original Basket Boutique Nashville receives the 2009 Spirit of the Chamber BELONG Award. Tami Ross and Ron Samuels