Christmas Party Gifts for Employees

Employee gifts should be appropriate.

Christmas party gifts are a popular way to show your appreciation of employee efforts towards the success and future of the company. Holiday celebrations and gifts should be appropriate for all employees and respectful of all beliefs. Giving traditional, neutral gifts should be the focus.

Personalized Gifts

Christmas and holiday gifts which display the company logo are popular among employees and the company. Employees using the merchandise during vacations, business trips or during recreational pursuits are advertising your brand and company. Popular gifts are items that can be worn to work, specifically embroidered polos and sweaters. Additional ideas include coolers, executive pen sets, gym bags and health-related items, such as a water bottle or pedometer. Items can be further individualized by imprinting or embroidering employee names on the items. Functional gifts will be a hit with the staff.

Widespread Appeal

Gifts that appeal to the masses are popular and simple Christmas party gifts. Gift cards and gift certificates lead the charge with ease of giving and ease of use. Employers can purchase gift cards in various denominations and at virtually any restaurant or retailer. Consider putting together gift bags with movie tickets, movie candy and a gift certificate to a local eatery for a night out. In addition, people usually appreciate food gifts. Sausage, cheese and cracker combinations along with tins of popcorn or peanuts are an option.

Unique Gifts

Unique gift ideas can include individual and company-wide gifts and celebrations. Companies can forgo giving individual gifts and give all employees a chance to leave early on a Friday during the holiday season. Employees can always use the extra time around the holidays to prepare for a night of entertainment or get some shopping out of the way. Another simple idea is to host a dinner party at a local restaurant. To help ease the stress of the season, consider giving your employees gifts that will come in handy along the way, such as a gift wrapping set. These typically include wrapping paper, tape and bows.

References

• CNN.com: Living: Holiday Gift Etiquette for Co-workers
• Office Arrow: Chic on the Cheap: 24 Employee Gift Ideas for Under $20