- Wellness duffels
- Team-building gift baskets
- Appreciation gift bags
- Recreation gift boxes
Motivated employees tend to be more engaged and productive, excel in teams and stay at a job longer.
According to a Gallup survey, about 21% of Canadian employees are committed to and enthusiastic about their job. That leaves a large percentage of employees who may be less engaged or unhappy, which can lower employee morale.
Gift boxes and baskets, filled with items they’ll use and appreciate, can help employees feel valued and connected. We offer employee appreciation gift ideas to help boost morale at your workplace.
Wellness duffels
An emphasis on wellness shows staff that you care about them not only as employees, but also as people.
Morale improves when employees have a healthy work-life balance.
Some of the best gifts for employees are geared toward wellness activities, such as a Tee Pack to encourage time away on the golf course; a pedometer for tracking walks in the neighbourhood; a discount to a fitness club; or a gift certificate to a local dance studio to inspire employees to try new ways of getting exercise. Place these items in a useful duffel that gets handed out at new employee orientation or when you kick off your annual wellness initiative.
Team-building gift baskets
Morale increases when employees feel connected to others. Fun team-building activities strengthen bonds and develop friendships, which is great for building team spirit. When you plan a fun outdoor company event with team activities, help teammates feel like they belong by handing out gift baskets filled with a team-branded pullover, sport flyer and healthy snacks. A custom sticker for their laptop can display the team’s name as a happy reminder that will last long after the outing.
Appreciation gift bag
A simple “thank you” goes a long way. An appreciation gift box goes even further to make sure employees feel acknowledged and know they are appreciated.
Consider employee appreciation gift ideas that focus on gratitude, like a handwritten note, a wine stopper and their favourite snacks. This token of appreciation won’t go unnoticed and can have a lasting impact on morale.
Recreation gift box
Everyone needs time away from work to refresh and have a healthy work-life balance. Not only will employees feel recognized, but they’ll re-energize themselves with gifts that correspond to their favourite pastimes.
A gift box with tickets to an upcoming sporting event or local concert may be just the thing someone needs to take a break from the office or get out of the house. Toss in a portable power bank to make sure their phone will be fully charged throughout the event, and include and a pair of Polarized Sunglasses for the best view.
Employee recognition is definitely worthwhile. If you’re looking for more inspiration, check out this SwagMaster article on thank-you gifts for employees.
Welcome a healthy workplace with employee appreciation gift ideas
Grow morale with employee appreciation gift ideas that are sure to make employees feel valued, recognized and important. Your thoughtful gestures today will influence the attitudes and atmosphere of your workplace further down the road.
Key Takeaways:
- Emphasize health and wellness
- Create team-building opportunities
- Express appreciation
- Encourage recreation