What Is A Good Gift For Coworkers?

Whether you’re participating in an office Secret Santa swap, or looking for farewell gifts for coworkers who have found a new job, finding the perfect present for a coworker can be tough. However, it can also be a great way to build a strong relationship with your colleagues, especially if you put a lot of time and effort into sourcing a thoughtful gift.

Swapping gifts at your workplace is also a great way to show your appreciation to your colleagues, and is sure to put a smile on their faces. As a result, it's hardly surprising that buying gifts has become a popular practice. In fact, a recent study found that “7 in 10 employees say their workplace has a holiday gift-giving tradition like Secret Santa or White Elephant.”

However, as mentioned above, it can be hard to come up with gift ideas for coworkers - but that’s where we come in. At The Personalised Gift Shop, we’ve hand-picked a range of stunning, customisable products that can easily become an awe-inducing gift for your coworkers, friends or loved ones.

What are the best gifts for coworkers?

There are many different qualities that make up a ‘good gift’. For example, you could wow your colleagues by buying them a gift that relates to their hobbies and interests, showing them you actually listen when they’re talking. Alternatively, you could look into gifts for office workers that will make their day-to-day work life easier or more enjoyable.

Fantastic Gifts For Coworkers.

Still stuck when trying to come up with the best gifts for office workers? Don't worry, here are some gift ideas for office workers that they are sure to love!

Personalised Cocktail Shakers.

Whether your colleague is the life and soul of the office party or considers themself to be something of a mixologist, then apersonalised cocktail shaker is the perfect gift. This way, they’ll be able to put their skills to the test and treat everyone to a cocktail (or two) at your next celebration (or maybe after a particularly difficult meeting).

Coffee Coasters.

If your colleague is best-approached after their morning cup of coffee, then they’ll likely have already pledged their loyalty to a certain brand of coffee. As a result, it's far better to buy them coffee accessories, such as coasters and mugs. For example, this Keep Calm and Drink Coffee Coaster can be personalised with your colleague's name - and is sure to bring a smile to their face.

Business Card Case.

Business cards are known for boosting employee morale. This is because they create a sense of belonging within the company, and can also lift their confidence levels completely. You can help enhance the impact of this by buying them a personalised business card holder, complete with their name or initials. (Note: this also makes an excellent welcome gift for new employees).

Notebooks.

While we may be more reliant on technology than ever before, there’s still a lot of merit behind writing down notes during meetings or throughout the work day. This is because “the act of physically writing things down on paper is associated with more robust brain activation in multiple areas and better memory recall.” As a result, a notebook is a great, practical gift. However, you can take this one step further by purchasing a personalised notebook - this way they won’t risk confusing it with that of another employee!

Mouse Pad.

Various studies have found that personalising our offices and workspaces can boost workplace satisfaction, while also encouraging us to be more productive. As a result, you can’t go wrong with a personalised mouse pad that features a photograph (or two) of your colleague and their family.

Champagne Glasses.

Whether you’re buying a gift for a coworker to celebrate the holiday season, bid them farewell, or mark a special occasion in their life, you can help them to celebrate in style with personalised Champagne Glasses. Our exciting range of champagne glasses can be personalised in a variety of different ways and styles. For example, you can choose from a variety of fonts, and feature a special message or date on the glasses, or even their name.

Personalised Swear Jar.

Is your colleague prone to dropping some expletives when they really shouldn’t? While this can prove to be a method of stress relief, this personalised swear jar is a great gift that’s sure to make everyone in the office laugh. This affordable gift for coworkers also doubles as a great stocking filler during the holiday season. Who knows, maybe they’ll use the money they save throughout the year to buy your gift next Christmas!

Puzzles.

If you’re looking for a great gift for a coworker who's always on the lookout for a challenge, then a personalised puzzle is a great choice. After all, this gives them the chance to put their brain power to the test to see how quickly they can complete the puzzle. Using their own photographs and memories as the backdrop is sure to make this more fun, and there are plenty of styles to choose from, such as our 300-piece A3 Puzzle or the Heart-shaped photo puzzle.

Cheese Boards.

If you’re looking for the perfect gift to pair with a glass of wine, then look no further than a personalised cheese board. Perfect for entertaining guests or a night in front of the TV, your coworker will fall in love with this unique, personalised gift. Again, there are various styles to choose from. For example, if your coworker is celebrating a wedding, engagement or vowel renewal, you can buy them the

Outlined Couple Personalised Cheese Board.

Drinks Bottles.

There are many reasons why a personalised drinks bottle is the perfect gift for coworkers. This is because they’re a great way to encourage your co-worker to stay hydrated on the go, whether they’re sipping on a smoothie or some water. Furthermore, reusable drinks bottles are good for the environment, reducing our demand for single-use products. As a result, they’re a fantastic gift for eco-friendly coworkers.

Personalised Candles.

Candles are a seriously awesome gift for coworkers. After all, they smell and look great, but they’re also incredibly therapeutic. For example, lighting candles can “help us to calm down and even achieve a meditative state”, meaning they’re a great way to banish stress after a busy or chaotic day. We’ve got a wide range of

personalised candles on offer. After all, what is better than a candle with your own name or personalised message attached?

Top Tips For Buying Gifts For Coworkers.

Buying gifts for coworkers can be tough, though there are plenty of great ideas listed above for you to consider. As a result, here are some top tips you can use when buying gifts, whether you’re looking for the perfect present for a retiring friend, or organising a secret Santa.

• Set a budget. While we pride ourselves on affordable gifts and presents, it's important that you set a budget ahead of time when buying any kind of gift. This means you won’t accidentally overspend on one present when you have many more to buy as the holidays draw closer.

• Ask people to get involved. If you’re organising a workplace gift swap, it's important you ask which colleagues would like to get involved, making it clear that it's fine to opt-out. This way, you’re not putting pressure on anyone to buy something if they’re running low on cash.

• Write down wish lists.As many of the conversations you’ll have with your co-workers will be work-related, it can be hard to learn more about their interests and hobbies outside of the office. As a result, asking everyone to put together a wish list can be a great way to narrow down your gift search.

Final Thoughts.

As discussed above, there are many reasons why you may want to buy a gift for a coworker. For example, you may simply want to show them some appreciation after a tough project is completed, or help them to celebrate a special occasion in their lives. Sending and receiving gifts within a working environment can also strengthen your bond and promote good working relationships.

At The Personalised Gift Shop, we’re on hand to make the process of buying gifts for your co-workers as easy and stress-free as possible. We’re also here to make sure those gifts are as unique as they are - by offering various opportunities to personalise the gifts. As a result, you’re handing over something you know they will love.

All gifts can be delivered directly to your door once ordered, so be sure to give yourself a head start now before the Christmas rush begins. If you’d like to find out more, please do not hesitate to get in touch today! We look forward to hearing from you and would be happy to answer any questions you might have.