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Gift ideas for coworkers

Office gifts should be modest, inclusive and easy to enjoy. Check your workplace’s gift policy and keep gifts similar within a team.

Coworkers

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10 gift ideas

  1. Good coffee or teaA small bag of beans or loose-leaf tea.Find it: AmazonEtsy
  2. Desk plantA small, easy plant like a succulent.
  3. Sweet treatsChocolates, cookies or regional sweets to share.Find it: AmazonEtsy
  4. Notebook and penA nicer version than the office supply.Find it: AmazonEtsy
  5. MugA plain, good-quality mug, with treats inside.Find it: AmazonEtsy
  6. Desk organizerSimple and practical.Find it: AmazonEtsy
  7. Hand cream or lip balmSmall, useful and unisex options exist.Find it: AmazonEtsy
  8. Book voucherEasy and inclusive.
  9. Snack boxFor the whole team.Find it: AmazonEtsy
  10. Card with a noteA specific thank-you means a lot.

By budget

Budget

Treats to share, a card, a plant

Mid-range

A good notebook, coffee, a mug with treats

Splurge

Usually not appropriate between colleagues

Tips

  • Agree a spending limit with the team.
  • Avoid alcohol unless you know it is welcome.
  • Run a Secret Santa to keep it fair.

Best avoided

  • Personal items like perfume or clothing.
  • Gifts upward to a boss that look like favor-seeking.

What to write in the card

Thanks for being a great teammate this year.
Couldn’t do it without you. Enjoy!

Write a card message

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Frequently asked questions

What is a good gift for coworkers?

Good coffee or tea: A small bag of beans or loose-leaf tea. Desk plant: A small, easy plant like a succulent.

What should I avoid giving?

Personal items like perfume or clothing. Gifts upward to a boss that look like favor-seeking.