Words of appreciation, company awards, and team celebrations are some of the things employers can provide to show their gratitude for their workers. These initiatives also aim to boost employee morale and motivate them to continue their hard work. But worker appreciation shouldn’t stop there, especially now since the holiday season is right around the corner. Giving gifts is a simple yet profound way of acknowledging the hard work your staff members have put in all year. The plethora of options means you won’t run out of items to choose from, but that can also make it difficult to pick the right ones for your workers. Don’t worry, because this list of gift ideas for your employees is here to help you narrow down your choices and find the ideal holiday presents for your employees.
Office Essentials
Office essentials are items employees use every day while at work. Things like notebooks, pens, sticky notes, staplers, and markers are just some of the things that workers may need to have at their desks. Giving them their supply of these essential office items ensures they have the things they need to go about their work efficiently, even if it’s only for the time being.
Small Office Gadgets
Whether your company has a remote, office, or hybrid work set-up, your staff members are likely in need of small electronic accessories while working. Pomodoro timers, a gadget charging station, a mini desk vacuum cleaner, high-quality headphones, and a personalized thumb drive are among the many low-cost yet still useful gadgets that you can give your employees this holiday season.
Warm Jackets
Offices can feel chilly, even more so when the weather gets colder. Instead of tinkering with the thermostat or air conditioner, why not give your employees a warm jacket instead? It’s a practical gift they can use even outside of work. A high-quality jacket is also a good investment since it can last for years.
Succulents
It can be a bit boring to be confined inside the office, so bring a part of the outdoors to your employees’ desks by gifting them succulents. These small plants are affordable, require little care, and are long-lasting. They are resilient to the point that these plants will thrive even if your workers forget to water them. Succulents also make for a great desk decoration and add life to the office space.
Free Subscriptions
There are subscriptions for nearly everything these days, making them an ideal gift if your employees have hobbies or interests that need such payments. Your staff members will be delighted to receive a corporate gift in the form of a free subscription whether it’s of their favorite magazine, streaming service, skill course, online tool, or hobby class.
Care Package
Care packages are a variety of items packed in a box or basket given to someone else. Its contents can depend on a theme or the things that you think the receiver may like. This type of gift may also include items that promote self-care and support mental well-being. Some of the things you can put in an employee care package are:
Scented Candles
# Small clothing items like socks and hats
# Writing journals
# Adult coloring books
# Motivational/best-selling books
# Healthy snacks and beverages
# Hot chocolate mix and holiday cookies
# Personal Care Products
This kind of gift is assembled like a care package but instead of things like candles and snacks, it includes things your workers need for personal care. Such items can be hygiene products like hand soap, bubble bath foam, and shampoo. You can also add other personal care items such as:
Luxury Skincare Products
# Weighted eye mask
# Bath bombs
# Facial tissues
# Perfume or cologne
# Cosmetics
# Paid Holidays/Occasions
Everyone needs a vacation, and your hardworking staff deserves every day off they can get. Make it easier for them to take time off work by gifting them paid holidays for a day or two to celebrate the holidays or special occasions like birthdays, anniversaries, or when they perform outstandingly at work.
Flexible Gifts
If you’re still not sure what to get your employees, why not let them choose instead? Doing so ensures you’ll give them something they will like, while still making them feel valued and rewarded.
Final Thoughts
You spend a significant part of your year with your employees regardless of your work set-up. You also see how hard they work, so it’s only right to reward them for their perseverance and diligence by giving them a gift this holiday season.
Choosing the right present goes a long way in showing your gratitude to your workers, considering that not all employers are willing to go the extra mile of giving gifts to their subordinates. When you finally hand them their gifts, make sure to talk to your staff personally to explain why you are giving them a gift and what they did to deserve it.
The list above offers a few gift ideas for your employees that you can prepare for your hardworking team this holiday season to show your unwavering appreciation for them.
