The backbone of any company is its employees. For this reason, before anything else, taking care of the staff comes first before the customers. This is the circle of consumer life. For customers to be satisfied with the product and performance of the company, the staff must be treated properly first. It all boils down to giving them the recognition and room for growth and improvement that they deserve. The employer and leader’s task is to provide consistent guidance and appreciation for all the hard work of the frontliners. One way to do this is by giving them gifts. Here is a list of thoughtful gifts for employees you can consider:
Gifts for Employees
Worlds Okayest Employee Mug
Employees who are recognized and appreciated become more satisfied and productive than those who aren’t. Simple gestures are enough to express how grateful you are for their hard work. The World’s Okayest Employee mug is a simple yet fun gift that will surely warm their heart. No need to worry about wrapping up the item as it comes in a stylish gift box. The mug is durable enough to withstand multiple coffee breaks to energize them throughout the day. It’s always better when employees are presented with something they can use every day. What makes it double the fun is when it was customized for them. Coffee will taste twice better with the perfect mug.
You’re Awesome and You Matter
When an employee gets promoted, it’s nice to give them a congratulatory gift saying how awesome they are. The simpler, the better. Because it’s the message that counts. Give the employee a “You’re awesome,” pop-open card to send cheers their way. On the flip side, work and personal lives don’t always end up the way everyone wants. So for those days when things don’t go as planned, pop up a sweet message for someone. Tell them “You Matter” through the pop-open cards. Throw in your personal note or message for them to know that you, as their leader or employer, aren’t only concerned about their job but their overall disposition.
Make Today Count Inspirational Calendar
To be happy, you need to be healthy. This line applies to all aspects of your life. For the holiday, get the inspiration calendar to that person who has been aspiring to stay fit and healthy in the succeeding year. The 365-day desk calendar is the most suitable accessory on their workstation to motivate them to live healthy and happy lives. It comes with inspirational quotes as well as fitness tips and recipes to get them closer to their goal. As the theme of the calendar, “Make Today Count” let the employee find meaning in each day they live. Bringing in their happy self not just at home but also, at work.
Novium Hoverpen
What can you give to an employee who always beats the odds? It needs to be something spectacular and even defies gravity if you may. Extraordinary gifts given to exemplary performers make each second meaningful. Give the person a Novium hoverpen. The exquisite design of the self-balancing pen and pen holder is a well-deserved masterpiece for a remarkable person. Novium was crafted to perfection and to last for a lifetime. Other employees will be mesmerized and encouraged to do better with the elegant gift. He will never need another pen again since the ink is waterproof and can be refilled.
Readerest Magnetic Eyeglass Holders
For the holiday, give away Readerest eyeglass holders to colleagues. It’s a practical employee gift that isn’t only useful for those who use glasses but for other small items. The eyeglass holders ensure the things they need are within reach all the time. With the help of the magnetic holder, it can secure eyeglasses, ID, earbuds, and even pens from being misplaced or broken. All they need to do is to attach the holder to the desired area on their clothes, somewhere they can easily see and reach for. It’s reusable and fashionable enough to go with any outfit. Made from Swarovski crystals and gold-plated holders, you’ll never go wrong with the classy look.
BackJoy Lumbar Support
Working in a desk office often results in a sedentary lifestyle. Lack of movement and stretches can stiffen the muscles all over the body, especially the back. Reward those who have stayed loyal with a unique gift for their hard work and dedication. BackJoy is like a tap on the back for all the years that they have invested in the company. It gives support to the lumbar, relieving the pain one usually gets when he is on their desk most of the time. Simply attach BackJoy to the office chair to push the back to align the spine. It’s a sudden movement that will reduce the strain on the back and shoulders.
Hourglass Sand Timers
Give your employee a little push with the hourglass. It’s the perfect gift for employees who cannot manage their time wisely. But it is also a nice desk toy that can be used to decorate their table. Each turn of the hourglass is equivalent to 60±6 minutes. An hour is what it takes to stay focused on one task before taking a break or moving on to the next job. Help your colleague prioritize on their list to manage their time effectively. The message comes across without sounding rude or alarming to the recipient. Besides, they can always use the hourglass as a pretty decor when they have finished their work on time.
Metal Puzzle Cube
Working nonstop can be draining even for the best employees. Boost their morale with icebreakers that can stimulate their brain and have fun at the same time through the metal puzzle. The brain teaser cube aids in decreasing the stress level of adults. They need to beat the time in assembling the 3D toy. Ask them to dismantle and reassemble the toy to break the seriousness in the office. This activity can get everyone engaged in no time and help them become more productive after the game.
Mini Desk Vacuum Cleaner
In every workplace, you will always meet a neat freak who will organize, clean, and sanitize everything on their desk. It’s not hard to pinpoint who this person is. And their work often reflects their personality. For this holiday or their birthday, impress them with a keyboard cleaner. The cute keyboard cleaner looks like a mini vacuum that will suck up all the small dirt in between the keys. Whoever receives the gift will use it right away. And may even offer to clean their seatmates’ keyboards. Recognizing individual personalities is always a nice way to bridge the gap between coworkers to create a nice and clean workplace.
Bluetooth Label Printer
A secretary’s job is no joke especially if she is required to file and organize various paperwork. Lighten up the burden of these hardworking secretaries with the Nemonic label maker. The label and sticky notes printer will be a fun task for the secretary. Especially when she learns how to connect it via Bluetooth to their smartphone. They can use their creativity to make the labels stand out and easier to track. Printing out sticky notes is a plus that will keep them preoccupied and productive for hours. Everyone in the office will surely ask for some sticky notes too. Nothing will be misplaced or disorganized in the office again, at least not under their watch.
Desk Monitor Stand Riser
Neck humps are common nowadays as more people spend time on their gadgets and computers. Raffle off the monitor stands as a gift for members who beat their quota or submitted on time. The monitor stand organizes the workspace, especially for stations that are cramped and small. Raising the monitor to the eye level reduces strain on the eyes and neck. Also, it clears up space for additional storage. In one place, they will have all their essentials like smartphones, pens, calculators, and other office supplies next to the monitor. Guaranteed to boost their creativity and productivity as things are now cleaner and more organized.
Desktop Cornhole
The staff from the accounting and finance department need to take a break from the numbers. Let them chill out for a while with a desktop cornhole game they can play during their coffee time. When the numbers don’t meet, get their eyes off the screen into the cornhole to toss their frustrations. Small bouts of stress reliever are often needed to get a better perspective of things. Sometimes, at rest or during play, ideas arise. Other than that, it is always good to hear some laughter to break the monotony of a day in the corporate world.
iCloth Screen Cleaning Wipes
Everyone has electronic gadgets nowadays. Employees are no exception as they have to face their computer monitors every single day. A much-needed accessory for all gadget owners is iCloth. It’s a practical gift that everyone should get for Christmas. Showing appreciation for employees doesn’t always need to come in big packages. Often small ones are what they end up using most of the time. ICloth cleaning wipes will take care of all the LCD screens, getting rid of the smudges, dirt, and other residues. Looking at a spotless smartphone and computer monitor always makes things better. Don’t let them settle to using the same cleaning cloth over and over again. Let iCloth wipe the dirt away.
Smart Notebook
Folks from the marketing department will wish to have a smart notebook once in their lives. The truth is manually jotting down on a piece of paper stimulates your brain to think creatively and intuitively. But sharing it with colleagues or peers can be a hurdle if it’s all on paper. This smart notebook is a revolutionary gift for employees that will improve their quality of work in the team.
They still get the old-school feel of writing in a journal. And convert it to their iPhone App to let the magic start. No need for a special pen as long as they are using the smart notebook, they can sync their scribbles and notes to the app. Best of all, it’s eco-friendly as each sheet is made from recycled paper. It is the ultimate companion perfect for a Christmas giveaway.
Employee First Day Onboarding Gift Set
People come and people go. So, what should you do for the newbies who just hopped in? Welcome them, of course. You wouldn’t want someone to leave as fast as they come. Set out to give them a warm welcome. One cordial way to do this is by giving them a welcome gift. Don’t let the new one feel like the odd man out especially on their first day. Get them on a good start with a newbie kit which includes a certificate, journal, click pen, and coffee mug. All tucked in a snap-close box with the engraving “Welcome to the team.”
Ember Temperature Control Smart Mug
Coffee lovers like their drink warm, otherwise, it goes straight to the drain. Don’t be the reason why their coffee turned cold to avoid those accusing stares. Some people can’t go by in the morning without the warm coffee in their hands. So send an ember coffee warmer their way. It’s for all the times they kept their cool together despite the lack of coffee energizer. Ember will ensure that their favorite coffee will stay between 120 – 145 for at least an hour. Long enough to endure the morning meetings and tasks. But lukewarm enough for them to hold while satisfying their caffeine craving.
Magnetic World Globe
Do you know anyone who can’t wait to hop on the plane whenever they are on leave? Find these globetrotters, often millennials, to inspire them into action. As their leader, your task is to help employees achieve their financial goals to make their dream possible by earning enough from their work. Help them visualize their dream with a magnetic globe. It works as a memo holder and decoration as well. Let them plot the places they have been to and their next destinations while using it as a pin for their to-do lists. Set them up to succeed as they try to balance their personal and work life.
KikStik Universal Kickstand & Grip
Every employee with an electronic gadget must have KikStik. It’s a practical gift that you can give away for the holidays. Kikstik is the answer, especially to employees who often drop or misplace their phones. In this era where the phone is the main source of communication, damaging or losing their phone may even put your job in jeopardy.
The slim design of Kikstik makes it convenient to carry along. Wireless charging is also possible without removing the phone stand. With one slide of the finger, they can use it as a standee. Also, it is easy to install and will stay in your phone case for a long time. It’s not about how extravagant the gift is but how reliable and practical it is.
Desk Organizer
When buying gifts for employees, it’s best to stick to what is rational and useful regardless of how big or small it is. One great idea is the Office Oasis office organizer. For the next thanksgiving, find a way to show how grateful you are for your employees’ diligence and hard work. To get more things done, the best way is to start decluttering and organizing the workspace. Doing so actually shifts the mind from focusing on tasks rather than being distracted. The Office Oasis doesn’t only fix this for them but also adds elegance in their area with the sleek modern design of the organizer. Often, the simplest lifestyle yields the most result.
Magnetic Levitating Floating LED Light
Give the employee of the month something that will swoop them on their feet. Surprise them with a levitating light. Like this unique lamp, they will feel like floating on cloud 9 reaping the rewards of their hard work. Levitating light, as the word implies, is a lamp that floats in mid-air using wireless power transmission. It is a decorative, meaningful gift that makes the achievement sweet and unforgettable. As the light shines from the lamp, so as the desire to get up and keep moving forward. Let them open the box the moment they receive their prize to see how they gasp at the reward.
Single Serve Coffee Brewer
For the most improved employee in the company, hand them a coffee brewer to replace their store-bought drinks. Save them multiple trips to the cafe for their daily dose of caffeine. The coffee maker may make only one cup at a time but the flavor is worth the wait. What’s more is that they can refill their cup any time of the day. Employees can set up the brewer to an auto turn-off to avoid overheating. They can also use the brewer for other purposes such as heating water for their tea or instant noodles. And if having it only at work isn’t enough, they can pack it up and bring it back to work, if she can’t have enough of the cafe version.
Beblau Multi Functional Organizer
For people on the go, a Beblau slim organizer is their savior. Employees who usually do fieldwork or attend various meetings need an organizer they can take with them wherever they go. For their birthday, give them back their peace of mind by equipping them with a Beblau portable organizer. Beblau comes with an elastic band to secure all the essential items. Pack everything in one go, including smartphones, cables, business cards, mice, and the like. Beblau plus laptop is the powerful combo that will get them up to speed with everything. Don’t forget to power up these employees. They may not be on their desk most of the time but they are for sure rolling up their sleeves wherever they are.
Bento Box Lunch Box
Trivial but equally important. If the employee is someone who would rather pack their lunch than eat out, give them a lunch box. Rewards for employee of the month don’t have to be generic. It’s best if you get them something they really need. Taking their needs into consideration when getting them gifts is the work of an ace. The lunch box is made of high-quality material that is BPA-free and built to last. Cleaning is a breeze as it is dishwasher safe. For a healthy balanced diet, a stacking lunch box that is leakproof and portable is the convenient way to pack anything from soup to casserole to fruits. Guaranteed safe to use.
MaxGear Wood Business Card Holder
Employees who work for the first time may be enamored at getting their own business cards. Gear them up with a business card holder so they can showcase their cards. The Maxgear holder also comes with a box which makes bringing the cards professional and exquisite. The wooden card holder must be a staple employee gift on standby. Give them out every time employees had to attend exhibition halls, conferences, art shows, and the like. Presenting their cards on a stylish wooden stand makes their image and the company polished and superior. It can be given for Christmas or other occasions.
High Performance Planner
Every employee needs a journal especially when they are working with clients and other groups. Staying abreast with all the meetings and deliverables is crucial to make each project successful. Give someone who aspires to be more of a planner something that will change their life. The planner isn’t your typical one with blank pages with dates next to it. Designed to bring out the performers for each employee, each page is a template of questionnaires and quotes to get through the day. The idea is to enhance their productivity through proper planning, instilling a positive mindset, and creating habits to win in life. It is the ultimate performance tracker that will help them to level up.
Duex Plus Dual Laptop Monitor
Sales and marketing employees would probably need Duex Plus the most. Don’t forget to reward the most hardworking salesman/woman for how they pushed themselves to do better. It’s a tool that will put their presentation skills to the next level. Duex Plus is one of the thinnest laptop monitors that is portable with dual monitors. It can be connected to various devices such as Mac, Windows, Android, and the like.
The plug-and-play solution is for any business presentation and multi-tasking. What’s more, it is energy-saving and works faster than regular laptops. With the plastic and aluminum alloy, it’s built to withstand any transporting damage or issues the laptop will be exposed to. This is one that is worth the investment.
Standing Desk Balance Board
Desk work doesn’t have to be boring and repetitive. Add some twists to the normal routine with a wooden balance board. It’s the most suitable gift for employees who want to lose weight and reduce stress in their lives. For this to work, the employee must have an elevated or standing desk. Adding a new layer, the balance board, will keep them active and enhance their balance and flexibility. Doing so will stretch and exercise every part of the body, especially the lower extremities. Whether they choose to stay on the balance board or while on break, it’s a surefire way to burn some calories and flex those muscles. This is highly recommended for fitness buffs and those trying to lose weight.
MUJI Handy Shredder
Let’s face it! There are tons of confidential documents that never get to the shredding machine. Sometimes they are lying around everywhere. Shredding these documents isn’t fun though as you have to wait for each page to be sliced into small pieces. But there’s actually a fun way to shred these papers. Best of all, it doesn’t require any electricity. Give this mini-shredded to the loyal customer of the shredding machine. Allow him to be immersed with the mini shredder which he needs to manually turn to cut the papers. Instead of accumulating all this confidential paperwork, they can shred them as they come. Bring it anywhere if they wish. And never let a day go by without a box of shredded paper.
Welaxy Office Drawer Organizers
If you know of someone who follows and takes Marie Kondo’s tips to heart, then give them drawer organizer bins. At least once a month, they do a random reassembling of their drawers. The best fit to give them is Welaxy where they can separate and organize various office or school supplies in one place. Welaxy has 7 organizer bins made from recycled PET felt. Put all the office supplies in order to make working simple and stress-free. The bins protect the various items from scratches and misplacement. Welaxy is also a portable and transferable item to bring anywhere. Bring back the happiness in the employee’s life as they declutter and organize their stuff.