It’s no surprise that many studies have found a positive correlation between employee recognition and retention. When people get a shout-out for doing a great job, they are more likely to keep up the good work.
Corporate gifting is a great way to recognize and reward your employees for their hard work and dedication. Thanking your employees is important year-round, but especially during the holiday season. Nowadays, many employees have come to expect some sort of gift or reward from their employers during the holidays… so don’t leave them hanging!
In the sections below, we’ll share some helpful tips and lots of ideas for employee appreciation gifts that will actually be appreciated.
What Makes Some Holiday Corporate Gift Ideas Better Than Others?
When investing your time and resources into holiday gifts for your employees, it's crucial to ensure that your gesture is both meaningful and memorable, steering clear of items that might end up discarded. Here are some valuable pointers to consider during your search for the perfect corporate holiday gift boxes and holiday employee gift ideas:
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Maintain Workplace Appropriateness: Keep in mind the professional context and avoid gifts that could be interpreted as overly personal or romantic. This typically means refraining from items like high-end jewelry, clothing, perfumes, or colognes.
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Avoid Gag Gifts or Offensiveness: It's essential to avoid gag gifts or anything that may potentially be perceived as offensive. Remember that humor varies greatly among individuals.
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Strive for Balance in Spending: Strike a balance in your gift's value to prevent employees from feeling uncomfortable due to an overly expensive or undervalued present.
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Prioritize Utility or Consumables: Instead of contributing to clutter, aim to select gifts that are practical or consumable, ensuring they enhance daily life.
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Show Genuine Care: Demonstrate your appreciation for your employees by opting for personalized or custom gifts. Thoughtful presents can foster a sense of loyalty and connection to the company.
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Consider Company Branding Wisely: While company-branded gifts can be effective if genuinely useful, surveys indicate that most employees prefer gifts without prominent logos.
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Craft a Coherent Theme: When assembling a gift box or package, aim for a cohesive narrative or theme. This enhances the overall gifting experience.
A Few Of Our Favorite Corporate Holiday Gift Ideas
Drawing from years of experience in curating bespoke corporate gifts, we've distilled some of our favorite holiday employee gift ideas that resonate with employees and leave a lasting impression.
1. Self-Care Emphasis: Acknowledging the importance of self-care in the workplace, consider a curated gift box featuring items that promote mental, physical, and emotional well-being. Think botanical bath salts, aromatherapy, essential oils, candles, skincare products, or even a self cleaning water bottle, like this one from LARQ.
2. Productivity Boost: Appeal to the productivity enthusiasts in your workforce by creating an office or home office upgrade package. Include elegant stationery (planners, notebooks, pens), local treats for energy, coasters for beverages, or other items that enhance excitement and motivation.
3. Morning Ritual Enhancement or Evening Chocolate Lover: Start your employees' day or night on a positive note with a morning rituals gift box or this hot chocolate gift box (pictured below). Complement it with a ceramic mug and breakfast goodies for a cheerful workday beginning.
4. Culinary Delights: Food-themed gift boxes are always appreciated, especially during the holiday season. Add a little wine or non-alcoholic spritzer and a festive game to play with a group.
5. Support Local Businesses: Showcase your commitment to supporting local businesses and artisans by curating a holiday gift basket filled with regional products. Your employees will appreciate the effort, and it's a great way to strengthen your local community ties.
These suggestions offer just a glimpse into the myriad ways you can express gratitude for your employees. By investing thought and effort into your holiday gifts, you'll undoubtedly convey your appreciation in a manner that resonates deeply. Should you require further inspiration, don't hesitate to reach out for additional ideas and assistance.
Show Your Appreciation With a Personalized Corporate Christmas Gift
What’s even better than one of the pre-packaged gift box ideas highlighted in the section above? A thoughtful, curated gift that really expresses care and appreciation for your employees and that can be thoughtfully and beautifully branded or curated to include personalized gifts inside.
Of course, hand-selecting all the products for your employee gifts takes up valuable time and resources. Don’t stress yourself out about finding the perfect gift on top of everything else you have going on at work! Hiring someone to help out with your custom employee gifts will save you time and allow you to focus on your other duties.
Need More Holiday Corporate Gift Ideas?
Now that you’ve got some ideas and inspiration for your employee holiday gifting, take some time to brainstorm what would be best for you team and then let us help you bring it all together.
With our carefully-curated vendor list and full-service design studio, we can create a custom gift box around almost any theme and then package it beautifully to make a stunning first impression. To make your corporate gifting even easier, we can fulfill your product, store it, and send it out, insured, nationwide! Whether you are buying holiday gifts for a team of 30 or 3,000, we’ve got you covered.
Don’t procrastinate and let the holidays sneak up on you this year – fill out the contact form on our website today to get a head start!
