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How to Celebrate the Holidays and Year End with Your Business!

The holidays are just around the corner! And this year that’s ringing true more than ever with less than four weeks ‘til Christmas. If you just said “YIKES!” you’re not alone. But don’t sweat it. The Baudville elves are here to help!

Here are some of our suggestions to make your co-workers extra jolly while keeping your holidays stress-free.

1. Holiday gifts perfect for everyone on your list!
Our holiday gifts under $10 will make your recipients grin from ear to ear. Now 30% off and $5.57, our Character Pins tell a story of the appreciation you’ve had throughout the year. Shaped Notepad and Pen Gift Sets provide a practical gift for everyday use and the best part is they are only $5.95 each! However, my favorite gift under $10 is our latest edition of Twist Top Tumblers , our Glitter Twist Top Tumblers, only $9.95! These fun and useful gifts guarantee your gratitude sparkles.

2. Don’t know what you’re looking for? The Gift Finder does!
Baudville’s Gift Finder helps you discover the perfect gift for your occasion, recipient, or budget! Simply pick the occasion, theme, product category, or price and be amazed at the results. Still not sure what to give? Call the Baudville elves – they’re brimming with holiday suggestions! 1.800.728.0888.

3. Add an extra personal touch
Create a special moment for your recipient by adding your own personalized text to one of our popular gifts. We have hundreds of personalizable gifts that you can choose from so you get exactly what you want! A holiday favorite for many is our Spinner Ornaments. You can add a special message to the back of the ornament for an additional $5.00! Another favorite personalized gift is our Elegant Glass Clock where you can add three lines of personalization for free.

4. Ships Same-Day
If you place your order by 6 pm ET, Monday – Friday (except holidays) our in stock items ship the same day. Orders placed on Saturday and Sunday will be shipped the next business day. For many of our customers that means getting their order 2 days after they place it! Yes, we’re really that fast!

4 Ways to Celebrate International Volunteer Day!

December 5th is International Volunteer Day. This day was marked by the United Nations in 1985 as a time for volunteer organizations and individual volunteers to be recognized for their commitment, as well as a time to build awareness around the impact volunteering has in our local, national, and global communities.

Volunteers are such a vital part of many of the biggest difference-making organizations all over the world. It is the tireless work of millions of volunteers each year that keep the homeless off the streets, feed impoverish families, pick up the pieces for communities effected by natural disasters, protect our animals, and clean our environment. Their work goes unpaid, but their hearts are filled, and our hearts are filled because of their goodness.

December 5th is a time to thank them. Here are 4 great ways to let your volunteers now how much you appreciate their dedication to the cause:

1. Gather the Troops & Celebrate! There is a special energy that presents itself when we gather together. Invite your volunteers to a special lunch just for them. Feature the statistics of hours served, lives changed, and impacts they have made while serving your organization. Present them each with a certificate honoring their dedication and a lapel pin keepsake, then sit back, have fun, and enjoy your downtime together!

2. Make a Difference for the Difference Maker! Volunteers give, and give, and give, and give. They aren't the types to take time for themselves. Brighten their day in a way they never would for International Volunteer Day. Send them flowers, give a gift card for a day at the spa, buy them tickets for a local theatre event, or send them shopping at their favorite store! Whatever you do, make it personal to each volunteer. After all, they deserve special treatment, too!

3. Tell Their Heart-Warming Story. Spend a little time with a person that each of your core volunteers has impacted. Take notes, write a letter, or tell their story at your volunteer appreciation event and present them with a special award. Spotlighting these stories at your event will also speak volumes to your new volunteers, as well, as to what's possible with the organization moving forward!

4. Say The Right Words. Oftentimes it's hard to find the right words to express your most sincere and deep appreciation for your volunteers. Our Gift of Appreciation Character Pin and Starfish Character Pin are two examples that give you the right words as well as a tangible take-away gift. Check out our complete line of success and dedication Character Pins to find the right match for your volunteers!

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As a team member since 2005, Falon has worn just about every hat the 'ville has to offer. She's seen both sides of working life — as an employee and as a manager — so if it sounds like she knows what she's talking about, we're pretty sure that's why. When she's not juggling between the IDville and Baudville brands, she's been known to whip up a mean diorama - just like that!

Embarrassing Office Moments: The Stuff You Just Can’t Make Up!

Have you ever had an embarrassing moment at work?

While it may have been a moment of sheer humiliation, now it's something that you and your co-workers are able to laugh about and even share with new team members. It helps build those essential work connections and friendships that are building blocks to having fun at work!

I have to say that I've had my fair share of them, and they always seem to come up in conversation, even years later.

Oh, remember when Kim...

Wore that skirt one day and proceeded to walk from the bathroom to her desk (which is not just down the hall, by the way), with the back tucked in to her underwear?!

Yeah, that was me.

I got back to my desk and sat down, not even feeling any noticeable difference. Come on Kim.

So, a few minutes later, a guy that I work with came over and whispered, "Your skirt is tucked into your underwear." HORRIFIED. RED FACE. SWEATY.

Now, at the time, this guy and I were not close work buddies. But, over the past several years, we've definitely formed a friendship and a mutual trust. And, we always have a great story to laugh about together and with others.

Embrace those embarrassing moments, build friendships, and have fun!

Share your embarrassing moment with us on Facebook, we'd love to hear about it.

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Kimberly is the Baudville Website Manager and star of our online product videos. She applies her knowledge of the web to create the ultimate online experience for Baudville customers.

Our Newest Free Resource Will Help You Create an Exceptional Employee Experience!

The numbers are in: the latest Gallup Survey reports that 70% of employees are either not engaged or actively disengaged at work. Whoa...that's a staggering statistic!

It's clear that many American workplaces need an intervention. Is yours one of them? If so, our latest issue of RecogNation can help! Read it now and you'll learn from the experts how to reverse this trend and re-engage those who have gone astray.

Inside, you'll discover how to give your employees valuable face time with your company's leadership, how to encourage team togetherness and individual friendships, and how to get your employees engaged in idea sharing and innovation. You'll also see how wellness, philanthropy, and award ceremonies are integral to creating a robust and engaging employee experience.

Ready to get inspired—and make some positive and rewarding changes to your workplace? Grab a cup of whatever suits your fancy and let's get busy!

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Allison is a self-proclaimed Copywriting Diva and has the certificate to prove it! She's been writing for Baudville for five years and has worked in a variety of business settings for 20 years. Before becoming a professional writer 13 years ago, Allison worked as a department manager where she used Baudville products to motivate her team. She's what we call a true believer!

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