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Gift ideas for a friend on her new job

A new job is definitely a moment for pride and celebration. It is also a period of testing the waters and proving your abilities. Whether it is your friend’s first new job or whether it is a switch into a new role, she must be excited about the new opportunity. Get her a gift to mark the occasion and show her how proud you are of her. We have a few ideas for you to choose from.

Apparel: A new job could definitely do with a wardrobe update! Depending on the culture of the new organization, she would want to buy stylish apparel for work. So get her a gift card from Myntra, Allen Solly or Van Heusen as they have a good collection of formal and business or casual wear.

Accessories: Accessories like purses, jewellery, footwear and the like can make a huge difference to her entire outfit. If you think she has an adequate wardrobe but would prefer to update her accessories this season, then get her a card form Hidesign, Lifestyle or Shopper’s Stop and send her on a shopping spree.

Spa day: A day at the spa to pamper and rejuvenate oneself so that the body and mind are fully re-charged for the new job would be a great gift your friend would appreciate. Get her a gift card from Four Fountains Spa or YLG Salon & Spa for a day of rest and relaxation that she would love you for!

Fine Dining: Your friend has been working hard to land this job. Gift her an evening of relaxed dining with gift vouchers from her favourite restaurants like Copper Chimney, Spaghetti Kitchen, Sigree, Oh! Calcutta or Mainland China.

A choice of many: If you would like to gift her the option to select from any of the above, then the Woohoo gift card is your best bet. With the Woohoo gift card she would be able to select the product or service from the brand of her choice.

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(Post updated on 14 March 2016)

Woohoo launches its new gifting campaign

As appeared on exchange4media.com on 11 March 2016.

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Woohoo, the go-to platform for gifting by Qwikcilver solutions, recently engaged with consumers to ask them: ‘What would really make them happy?’ in the context of gifting. This was done through a recently launched video: https://youtu.be/-C5Oszqz2fA

The campaign talks about how ‘We think we know everything about our loved ones. But do we really?’

A selection of different people that included siblings, mother-daughter and married couples were put through a small test. As part of the test, they were asked a simple question on what they would gift their loved ones to make them truly happy. An interesting observation that was noted at the end of the video was that the majority of people did not know what their loved ones actually wanted as a gift.

Woohoo presented the solution to this problem in the form of a small gift box in front of the participants, which comprised a mobile phone with the Woohoo app downloaded and a Woohoo gift card. This is the simplest and the most powerful way to gift someone we love, the freedom of choice from a world of brands, services and experiences.

Women’s Day: Cos taking steps to encourage gender diversity

As appeared in the Business Standard on 8th March 2016 by the Press Trust of India.

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In a bid to encourage a diverse, inclusive workplace companies are undertaking various initiatives, like ramping up women headcount, offering extended maternity leave and flexible hours among others.

Various research reports, white papers have been advocating the positive impact of promoting gender diversity in workforce and various women centric policies being offered by companies to retain their women staff.

To ensure an inclusive workforce, companies are opting for extended maternity leave, flexible working hours, adoption leave, creche allowance, committee on prevention of sexual harassment, identification of high potential women employees as a part of leadership talent planning process among others.

Ericsson said that it aims to have one-third of its employees as women by 2020. The company is hiring more female candidates in fields that used to be dominated by men.

Meanwhile, some companies are getting innovative and gifting their women employees gift cards to celebrate the international women’s day.

“We have witnessed increased interest by consumers & corporates to felicitate their lady colleagues and women. For Women’s Day, we have seen 125 per cent growth of Woohoo base of customers being gifted the Freedom of choice Via Woohoo Gift Cards vis a vis last season,” Smartcard technology company Qwikcilver CO-Founder and CMO Pratap TP said.

He further said across its base of over 400 corporates that Qwikcilver is closely integrated in India, this year has seen the preference for Woohoo-Travel related Gift Cards as the number one Choice among Women colleagues.

“Over the last one week, Woohoo App has also registered 44 per cent gifting taking place for Women’s Day related Gifting designs and greetings from across all the occasion based designs available,” he said.

Saurabh Nigam, VP-HR, Snapdeal said, “We are introducing a number of initiatives to further support employees going on maternity leave. We have further strengthened our mentoring, counselling programmes to assist women employees with career development, enabling them to take leadership roles.”

Meanwhile, Telenor India is taking conscious steps to promote diversity in its workforce and aims to have a right balance of women when hiring new employees for next few years. The company has also taken some of the following initiatives at the workplace to make it an all-inclusive workplace.

Piyush Mehta, Senior Vice President, Human Resources, Genpact said some of the women centric initiatives being offered by the company include, Genpact Center for Women’s Leadership” (GCWL), initiatives to welcome new moms and Career 2.0 Program.

Under the Career 2.0 Program, Genpact would offer flexible, customised workdays to encourage such women to revive their career. Genpact plans to hire 30-50 mid-to-senior -level women in various roles this calendar year.

#theSuperGift

We asked a few people what they thought would make their loved ones really happy. The result? Most got it wrong.

No matter how much we THINK we know our loved ones’ choices, it’s not ALWAYS possible for us to get it right. With Woohoo, you gift your loved ones EXACTLY what they want, by gifting them the power to choose from a wide range of products and services across the best brands.

Gifts to congratulate your wife on her promotion

It’s a day to be proud of when one’s spouse is acknowledged for her efforts at the workplace. It’s not every day that we are acknowledged by our peers and celebrated by our seniors. When that happens, it’s time to party and celebrate. Show her how proud you are of her achievement by gifting her something special.

Give her what you know she likes:

What do you have in mind? A mega shopping trip for all the goodies her heart could desire? Then don’t hesitate. Buy a gift voucher or card from a brand like Lifestyle, Shoppers’ Stop or Central. If you want a more brand-specific shopping experience, consider Marks & Spencer, Allen Solly or Van Heusen. Hand her the card and accompany her, helping with her shopping bags, and it’ll be the best gift you ever gave her.

It’s time to pull out the ace in your sleeve:

If you’ve been planning something very special from a long time, now’s the time to make it happen. Don’t wait for your wedding anniversary or her birthday. Both those occasions are celebration-worthy, but nothing will beat this moment of pride in this achievement.

So if you’ve been planning a nice long trip together, you could gift her a gift card from MakeMyTrip or Cleartrip. Both these companies offer complete travel packages, starting from airline tickets to hotel stays and car rentals. The cards are valid for several months, so you will have enough time to plan the vacation. Enjoy a trip of a lifetime with her!

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(Post updated on 1 March 2016)

Gifts to congratulate your husband on his promotion

It’s a moment of pride for your husband. It takes a lot of hard work and dedication in any industry to be promoted to a better position. A promotion brings with it a better pay and perks. Moreover, it’s the satisfaction of knowing that he’s been acknowledged as a top performer by his peers and seniors. The pride that comes with that fact is unbeatable.

Mark This Momentous Occasion With A Suitable Gift:

The day he gets his promotion is the day your husband will remember throughout the year. Seal this day into his memory by commemorating it with a fabulous gift. How about a classy watch from Helios or Titan? Traditionally, a watch has been the most suitable gift to mark a momentous occasion, especially for a man. Professional men take pride in wearing classy watches to work because the watch adds to the image. Buy a gift card from your husband’s favorite watch brand and let him select the watch that he’ll be proud to display on his wrist for a long time.

Explore Gift Options That Will Add More Shine To His Image:

A gift card from Crossword, for him to select a fine, collection-item pen or a gift card from P. N Rao or Van Heusen for that classy suit would make ideal thoughtful gifts. Your husband’s promotion means greater responsibilities and perhaps even more travel. How about a new smartphone from Croma or E-zone to manage his enhanced business requirements?

If you would like to keep the options open for him, to let him choose from across the different brands and products or services that he would love, you could choose to gift him a Woohoo gift card. This is one card which does not bind him to only pick products or services from one particular brand. Instead, with this gift card, he could choose from across a wide range of brands according to his own choice – be it from Amazon, Flipkart, Marks & Spencer, Levi’s, Allen Solly and the like.

There’s are endless options available to you. So why play the guessing game? Pass on these options to him and accompany him in picking up the gifts of his choice. After all, your husband will always remember the day of his promotion and your pride in him and his achievements, reflected in your gift.

Other Gifting Category you might like to take a look at :
Valentine’s Day Gift Cards for Husband

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(Post updated on 24 Feb 2016)

Here’s a Valentine’s Offer you shouldn’t miss!

So Valentine’s Day is just a few days away, you’re pressed for time but you want to ensure you make this day special for you and your partner. We know that feeling! Here’s a sweet something (Valentine’s Offer) from us to you, that’s sure to make this Valentine’s Day more memorable for the two of you.

Pick e-gift cards from select brands (there’s quite a list to choose from!) of your choice and get upto 15% cashback.

Be it a spa date you’re planning, a coffee date or a shopping spree you intend to gift your loved one, Woohoo.in has the e-gift cards for all. For the spa / salons options you could choose from Four Fountains spa, O2 spa, or YLG salon. A coffee date at Costa Coffee? The e-gift card’s right on the list too. Besides, you could also choose e-gift cards from brands like Allen Solly, Van Heusen, Crossword, Amar Chita Katha, Levis, Louis Philippe, Pavers England, Jabong and many more.

Why gift something you could only “hope” they like? Keep the guessing out and offer them what they truly love, from a wide range of options they themselves could choose from. Go on, pick your e-gift card and grab the Valentine’s Offer today!

Valentine’s Day gifts for her

Men often express their feelings towards women by buying gifts, and Valentine’s Day is the perfect occasion of the year. Women enjoy and appreciate romantic gifts because it makes them feel loved and valued. In addition to chocolates and flowers, there are a few other things that can make Valentine’s Day special and memorable for a woman.

Jewellery

Precious jewels have a special relationship with women. Jewellery is associated with beauty, status, security and love; and Tanishq or Joyalukkas gift cards from Woohoo.in are a perfect gift on Valentine’s Day.

Designer Bags

Expensive and well-made bags are always on the top of a woman’s shopping list all over the world. Even in India, women are often ready to pay a premium for good hand bags. Hidesign or Shoppers Stop gift cards from Woohoo.in can help her in selecting the leather bag of her choice.

Clothing and Accessories

From western outfits to Indian ethnic wear, there are immense varieties to choose from. Adding appropriate accessories like belts, shoes etc. can make it a perfect gift for your valentine, and what better way to gift them than Central, Shoppers Stop or Lifestyle gift cards from Woohoo.in.

Beauty Products

Women care about their beauty more than anything else in this world. Gifting cosmetics is a sure shot way to bring a great smile on your loved one. Gift cards from Lifestyle or Shoppers Stop will give her the option pick her favorite cosmetic brands.

Travel and Getaway

Last but not the least, there can be nothing better than spending time together on a nice vacation. A getaway that includes a massage, spa treatment and shopping is sure to sweep her off her feet. Gift cards and vouchers from MakeMyTrip, Cleartrip or Four Fountains Spa make great options.

With freedom of choice in brands, product and experiences for your loved one, Woohoo gift cards will make your Valentine’s day that much more special and filled with memories for a lifetime. Happy Valentine’s!

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(Post updated on 11 Feb 2016)

Farewell gift ideas for your friend

Your friend is going abroad and you are caught in a bitter-sweet moment, bursting with pride on his achievement and, at the same time, feeling a sense of sadness that you would miss him dearly. Get him a farewell gift to celebrate this new phase in his life as he goes on to experience new places, things and adventures. Here are a few farewell gift ideas you might like to explore.

A nice and sturdy suitcase

Going abroad would call for suitcases in sizes that he might not currently possess. But how would you know the exact size and type of suitcase that would be a perfect for him? A good idea would be to get him a Shopper’s Stop or Lifestyle gift card, as that would give him the option of picking up exactly what he needs.

Good books to keep him company

Travelling overseas often demands long hours being spent at airports and on flights. It could get pretty boring if he has nothing to do to while away his time. In such times, books make good company and a perfect way to lose track of time. You could get him a Crossword, Amazon or Flipkart gift card so he could pick some books that have been on his “must-read” list for a while.

Ready-to-eat packets

Once he lands on foreign shores, there are lots of things he would miss and home food will certainly top the list. Yes! Comfort food is what he will need when he misses home. Get him a gift card from Spencer’s or Big Bazaar so that he could stock up on some ready-to-eat Indian food packets to take with him.

Apparel

A different place would also mean a different climate he would have to brace. This could require him to buy now clothes in-keeping with the demands of the new place and climate. Get your friend a gift card from Shopper’s Stop, Lifestyle or Central. He could go pick a nice jacket or shorts and shirts, depending on where he’s heading.

Miscellaneous needs

You know you want to gift him something useful for him but not too sure about exactly what he needs at the moment? No problem! You could just gift him a Woohoo gift card which he could use across a wide range of brands across different categories to get himself exactly what he wants. This way, both he and you would be happy you gifted him a farewell gift that is useful and not something he would have had to leave behind.

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(Post updated on 19 Jan 2016)

Housewarming gift ideas everyone will love!

Housewarming is a special event in most people’s lives. It is a moment of pride and happiness and a culmination of a huge endeavor not only in monetary terms but sheer physical effort and emotional investment. A beautiful gift to mark this moment would reflect your thoughtfulness and joy in their celebration. Here are some housewarming gift ideas everyone will love.

Kitchen ware: The kitchen is the heart of a house. A new crockery set, spice rack, non-stick set, cook and serve ware etc would be a nice addition in the new home. A gift card from Prestige Smart Kitchen, Amazon or Flipkart would be a good idea as the host can select the exact item that would serve the functional and aesthetic requirements of her kitchen.

Bed linen: A new home could do with a dash of colour. Fresh new bed linen would brighten up any bedroom. A gift card from Shopper’s Stop or Lifestyle would be perfect for gifting this as they offer a wide range of design and colour options for bed linen.

Art: Wall hangings, vases, sculptures and other decorative items in silver, wood, ceramic etc convert a house into a home. A gift card from Pantaloons, Westside or Central would give them the choice of buying beautiful things that add a touch of class to the new home.

Home furnishings: Have your friends been considering cushions, curtains or other furnishings for their new home? Then a gift card from @Home or Home Stop would be ideal, where there can choose the colour and fabric of their liking.

Appliances: Small home appliances always make great gifts. Be it a cool toaster, an espresso machine or sandwich maker, gift your friends a gift card from Croma or E-zone to give them the freedom and flexibility to choose the appliances of their choice.

Want to give them even more choices? Gift them a Woohoo gift card, which they could use to pick a gift card from the brands of their own choice from Woohoo.in.

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(Post updated on 13 Jan 2016)