It’s that time of year! Time to begin shopping for a gift for every member of your team that will express your utmost and sincere appreciation for all the work they’ve done this year. Wow, sounds like a tall order!

When you’re looking for Christmas gifts for employees, remember that personal and sincere appreciation is the most effective. Therefore, giving a gift that is unique to each recipient goes a long way and makes a lasting impact on the recipient. Personalized gifts make excellent Christmas gifts for employees because the gift item can be enhanced by adding your recipient’s name using either an engraver or printer. This approach will also save you time and money since you can select one item and personalize it for each individual. 

To start your shopping this season, we’ve put together our top ten list of personalized Christmas gifts for employees!

You can personalize this gift two different ways. First, have the recipient’s name engraved on the back side of the Christmas ornament. Second, add a personal note to the inside cover of the gift box.

A personalized gift pen is a classic thank you that employees can use for both personal and professional occasions. 

In addition to the person’s name, add a story to the engraveable picture frame to make it unique for the recipient. You can also select one story that represents a challenge or triumph your team experienced this year. Under the story, insert the employee’s name, company name, and a date.

4. Gift Set 

If you can’t decide on a single item, choose a gift set for this year’s Christmas gifts for employees. Gift sets provide a variety, so you can be sure your gift will please everyone on your team. 

Personalized gifts that can be used in the office will be highly valued. The more your employees use their Christmas gifts, the more they’ll be reminded of your appreciation for all their hard work.  Write a personal note on the first page of a personalized journal, and your gift will have a big impact!

If you want to present each employee with an award, Character Pins are an affordable option. Display each pin in an Award Presentation Board and add a personalized nameplate to make it unique to the recipient.

A classic gift of appreciation, clocks make timeless personalized gifts that your employees will treasure.

8. Perpetual Calendar 

It is very important to select Christmas gifts for employees that are practical! A sleek perpetual calendar can be personalized and can be used for several years thanks to the interchangeable calendars.

Delight your team with a unique gift like a kaleidoscope that their family will enjoy, too. Personalize it by having their name and a date engraved on it.

Your employees will be reminded of your appreciation every time they pick up their keys and the personalized key chain. 

Tip: Regardless of the gift you choose this year, give your presentation special attention! A beautiful gift that is poorly presented will miss its mark. Instead, carefully gift wrap your gift or give it in a gift bag. Then make sure the moment is right to present it to your recipient for a meaningful recognition occasion.