10 Gift Ideas for the Office
Holiday gift-giving at the office is never easy, but there is a joy that comes with giving one another trinkets that are fun and useful. While this isn’t necessarily an exhaustive or even a complete list, it can give you a few ideas for token gifts to show those whom you work around each day, that you do care for them.
Secretary and Administrative Assistant Gifts
Secretaries and Administrative Assistants deserve their own class of gifts. While we may be a bit frugal with our colleagues and try to impress our supervisors or even the CEO, the people we rely on the most are the ones who deserve our utmost attention and thought when choosing gifts. Let’s keep that in mind and do not skimp whenever possible when it comes to putting something forth for these essential people who help us remain employed.
Traditional, Functional, or Fun Gifts at the Office
Of all the office parties I’ve been to, It seems as though the most fun can be had by all when there is a mixture of the types of gift-giving involved. None of us are boring all of the time, and most love to have fun at be silly at least on rare occasions. Use this opportunity to be bold and creative when choosing gifts.
Here are My Top 10 Gift Ideas for the Office
10. Coffee Mug with Assorted Cookies-
A nice coffee mug with an assortment of cookies can be found at Starbucks, Dunkin, or a local shop. Think about favorites and allergies.
9. Tea Cup with Assorted Teas –
As with the coffee mug, a nice teacup and tea assortment can be found at Starbucks, or a local tea house or even Walmart.
8. Cookbook-
A favorite among the men and women in our area is the Better Homes and Gardens cookbook. There are others that are just as coveted. Take your time and peruse the isles of your favorite eateries and bookstores to find the one that speaks to your heart – or stomach.
7. Travel Essentials Kit-
While some of your coworkers are always in the office, others may be busy traveling for their job. A toiletry kit will provide them with a full set of body products to use while they’re on the go. Pick a nice case with moisturizers, body wash, shampoo, and conditioner – or find a kit that is already made. The Travel Ready Essentials Kit is $32, and available from Malin+Goetz.
6. Chocolate Holiday Wreath-
This wreath will please any chocolate lover. It’s a virtual smorgasbord of tasty treats! Its a smorgasbord of treats: the first layer is made of high-quality chocolate and English toffee, topped with festive candies.
The chocolate holiday wreath is available in milk chocolate or dark chocolate, and can read either “Happy Holidays” or “Merry Christmas.” The Chocolate Holiday Wreath is $26, and available from the Chocolate Pizza Company.
5. Cinema Lightbox-
The Cinema Lightbox is a great gift for millennials and creative types in your office. Each lightbox is powered by LED lights and comes with letters and characters needed for new phrases every day. It’s wall-mountable, or place it on a desk. The Original Cinema Lightbox is $35, and available from Amped & Co.
4. Action Camera-
Your coworkers may not be adventurous at work, but who is? Most of us live for adventure on the weekends and vacations. This full HD action camera by Vivitar is a great way for friends to capture every exciting moment, and it’s waterproof. This makes it great for the beach, ski-trips, or even whitewater rafting. The Full HD Action Camera, $40, available from Target.
3. Every Day is Epic-
Life happens every day, and many events are exciting and note-worthy. White this guided journal, your colleagues will be able to write their special ideas and record their most creative thoughts.
Filled with writing prompts and activities to combat writer’s block, it’s a great creativity tool. The Every Day Is Epic, journal is $17, and available from Workman.
2. Water Bottle-
Who doesn’t like a good water bottle? Depending on the availability of great-tasting water at your location, you may want to consider a collapsible water bottle or a filtered water bottle like I bought my son for use at college. The filtered water bottles from Brita have replaceable filters and are available in a variety of colors from $24.99 at Brita.
1. Embroidered Scarf and Gloves-
The last gift is not necessarily the nicest or the most expensive, and can usually be had for middle of the road pricing. A nice pair of gloves and a matching scarf can be found at most department stores during the fall and winter months. It isn’t an extravagant expense and having the recipient’s initials embroidered on the items adds a nice touch that doesn’t break the bank, yet lends to the thought and personalization of the gift.
It isn’t about The Gift
When the holidays come around, it’s nice to both give and receive tokens of appreciate from one another, but remember that it isn’t about the gift. It’s about showing and telling others they are appreciated by you. Just as with family, we enjoy being together and sharing in each other’s company more than we do from any material things that anyone may provide. Even when on hard times, I enjoyed just being with my family more than I did anything they could give me otherwise. Let our hearts and minds open and be there for our friends as we receive and give our gift of friendship and camaraderie.
That is what makes for a Happy Holiday!
