Employee gifts

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Top gifts to give employees

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Employee gifts are presents given to teammates to commemorate holidays, birthdays, achievements, work anniversaries, and other special occasions. Employers utilize gifts to boost workplace morale, increase employee engagement and retain employees longer.

 

As a general rule of thumb, $30 is a good price point for small employee gifts throughout the year. For special occasions and holidays, you may want to increase this budget to $100 or more.

Gifts are one way to express gratitude and appreciation in the workplace. By reciprocating employees’ time and effort with presents and friendly gestures, companies build trust and rapport. Presents show thoughtfulness and effort on your part, which encourages employees to value their relationship with you and the company.

 

Welcome to the team kits are a must for every company. If you do nothing else, start with welcome kits and then build more appreciation in throughout the year as your company grows. Whether your new employee works at a nearby desk or from a home office, a welcome kit starts their first day off on a positive note. Each kit could contain a branded journal, pack of mints, and pen. The kit is a fun way to express how happy you are to have the new team member onboard. It might also include a company fleece or shirt, coffee mug, or other items with staying power. All of these items mentioned will stick for some time, with outerwear being kept an average of 16 months, T-shirts for 14 months, and writing instruments for nine months. Over the past decade, adult coloring books also have become a common office gift. Coloring or doodling is a great stress reliever, which is why including them in a welcome kit might help your newest staff members feel a little more at ease.

 Logo Sweater: Apparel swag helps new employees look and feel like a part of the team. By presenting your teammate with a sweatshirt on day one, you solidify their status in the team, which warms their heart. Ordering sweaters in bulk a couple of times a year is usually the most cost-effective option.

 A Sherpa Fleece Blanket might be good for your employees who like to sit outside at the local brewery, or maybe your office is always cold. The branded fleece blanket with your logo is great for remote workers as well, keeping them cozy and snug as they work.

 If your company is watching its carbon footprint, think about an eco-luggage tag made of 100% recycled water bottles. Or keep it green by forgetting that single use plastic utensil and get your employees wheat straw utensils to go, complete with a fork, spoon, and knife rolled into one. These mobile kits are ideal for the breakroom at work or even lunch break at the home office.

If you prefer apparel, the Nike Dri-FIT line is perfect for athletes and anyone who leads an active lifestyle! The Dri-FIT technology helps with moisture management and maximum breathability. Promotional polos are kept an average of 13 months, and 76% of women report keeping their promo polos because they find them attractive.

 And finish off the look with the Ray-ban Wayfarer Classic sunglasses to keep your team looking like absolute closers.

 Whatever you choose, your employees will feel valued and your company will look elite when they rock the latest trends. For more ideas, be sure to consult one of the branding experts at MSP Design Group.