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Gift giving, especially in work-based relationships, is largely becoming a thing of the past. Whether for a special work anniversary (for example, having worked at the company for five years), one’s birthday, or to show appreciation for one’s work, businesses and organizations used to give gifts to show honor to their staff. But this practice is less common than it used to be. There are several reasons for this change: