Get Ahead This Christmas: How a Virtual Assistant Can Take the Stress Out of Corporate Gifting

Lauren Rogers
Oct 14
2 min read

Xmas Gifting And Sourcing With The Help Of A Virtual Assistant

As the festive season approaches, most business owners start to feel that familiar December rush - deadlines to meet, clients to thank, and an inbox full of “OOO” notifications on the horizon.

Christmas is the perfect time to show appreciation to your clients, partners, or team, but let’s be honest, finding the time to organise thoughtful gifts, stay within budget, and ensure they arrive before everyone switches off for the holidays can feel overwhelming.

That’s where a Virtual Assistant (VA) comes in.

🎄 Why Plan Your Corporate Gifting Early?

Planning early isn’t just about being organised (though we love that!). It’s about ensuring:

Gifts arrive before offices close and recipients go on holiday.
You have time to personalise your choices, rather than panic-ordering generic hampers.
You stay within budget, avoiding inflated last-minute prices or shipping delays.
You actually get to enjoy December, rather than rushing through it.

By starting now, your December gifts can land on desks by early December — perfectly timed to bring a smile before the OOO messages roll in.

🎁 How a VA Can Help You Organise Christmas Gifting

Here’s how a Virtual Assistant can take care of everything for you:

1. Sourcing the Perfect Gifts

Your VA can research and recommend gift options that fit your brand and audience - whether that’s premium hampers, sustainable goodies, local artisan treats, or custom-branded items. We’ll ensure everything feels thoughtful and on-brand.

2. Keeping You on Budget

We’ll work within your set budget, comparing suppliers, negotiating discounts, and ensuring every penny counts. You’ll know exactly what’s being spent and where.

3. Coordinating Delivery Addresses

From collecting client addresses to checking delivery cut-offs, your VA handles all the logistics — no spreadsheets, no stress. We’ll even cross-check addresses to ensure no one is missed.

4. Tracking Deliveries & Confirming Receipt

We can track shipments, confirm deliveries, and ensure every client or team member receives their gift in perfect time for Christmas.

5. Personal Touches That Stand Out

Whether it’s a handwritten note, branded wrapping, or personalised message cards, your VA can coordinate those small details that make a big impact.

✨ Imagine This....

It’s the first week of December. Your clients are delighted with their gifts.Your VA has handled everything from sourcing to shipping.And you’re enjoying a calm, productive month before the festive break — stress-free.