Inspiration and Insights

Creating Goodwill with the Chinese

In America, we do not emphasize the symbolism and meaning behind a gift as other countries do, especially in Asia. Chinese symbols and meanings infiltrate the cities and landscapes of the region. From art to architecture, clothing to kitchenware, symbols of luck, prosperity and abundance are sure to be found. The Chinese believe that incorporating…

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Valentine’s Day Tips

With Valentine’s around the corner, gift giving can get a bit sticky. For example, how do you convey friendship to someone you are dating without introducing any thoughts of being serious? What type of office gift is appropriate? From personal to business, there is a protocol even for this day celebrating love. When picking out…

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Symbols of Success

First seen as an Egyptian symbol of the sun god Ra, the obelisk has a beautiful and elegant shape which has come to symbolize strength and nobility of purpose. An obelisk sculpture serves as a visual metaphor of one’s ascent to the top. Globes are a great theme for corporate awards as they represent worldly…

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Heartfelt Message from Diana Martin

With the New Year here, I wish to share my heartfelt appreciation to our dear clients, colleagues and artists who have been our loyal partners and friends. We all are deeply grateful for the commitment and support you continually give to the Diana Martin Gifts brand. We are more committed than ever to offer you…

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50 Tips for Successful Gift Giving

1. Quality, quality, quality. 2. Tailor your gift to the recipient. Don’t buy a gift that you like or a gift you think they need. Pay attention to what the gift recipient likes. 3. For large volume corporate gifts, give a gift that reflects your company’s spirit, culture, and brand. For example, an airline can…

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