Why Is It Important to Give Gifts to Employees? 10 Most Appealing Gifts That Top the Corporate Gifting Lists and Will Keep Every Employee Appeased (2019)

A company’s success depends largely on its employees. Happy employees make for a good office environment and which also reduces employee turnover to a certain extent. Apart from a competitive salary, appreciation for their hard work goes a long way in ensuring that they are happy. Gifting the employees is one such way to appreciate them for all that they have done. Not just festival times but also for birthdays, anniversaries, promotions and what not. Keeping these in mind, employers have to make sure the gifts are everything the employees expect and more.

Here are a few reasons why employee gifting is important for a happy workforce.

We cannot stress enough on this point. Team morale is very important when it comes to a happier workforce. A pat on the back for doing exceptional work or an appreciation email for a job well done are some of the ways you can get your point across. The employees feel appreciated and it boosts team morale. However, nothing works better than a tangible gift emphasising the same. It also makes the workforce sit up and recognize the employers as well. That works towards boosting team morale and creates a better workplace.

As your organization grows leaps and bounds, the distance between the employees and the management increases. The employees may even be working in different time zones and that makes it difficult to have a good rapport. A gift can close the distance and bring them closer together. A thoughtful gift can bridge the gap and bring about a sense of loyalty which encourages the employee to work hard.

Employers can show appreciation of their employees by various methods. The classical method is via an email or even a little trophy acknowledging their work. But gifts work way better in this regard. This ensures the employees feel respected, valued and create a workforce where they work together, share the goals and objectives. Gift giving shows an appreciation for the employee and creates a positive atmosphere in the place of work profiting both the employers and the employees. It is a win-win for both sides.

Respecting your employees and investing in their happiness plays a major part in demonstrating strong leadership. A well-chosen gift helps you in the same. It shows that you respect and care for your employees. It also shows that you are committed to them as they are to their work. We’ve put forward a few tips that are sure to help you in choosing a gift that is amenable to your employees.

Health does not refer to only the physical well being. It so refers to the emotional state of being as well. A healthy employee is a happy employee. If you are a boss, you cannot refute the importance of having happy employees in your office. That also means you also need to take care of your employees' health needs and not just with appropriate health insurance. Your gift also needs to reflect the same. Gifts such as fitness watches, gift hamper with wellness tea packets etc, are not just memorable but also speak of your concern for your employee.

Gifting one person can be difficult enough. But planning a gift for all your employees and taking into consideration all their needs is a pretty daunting task. But the key to succeeding is the care you have for your employee. Small points like taking their culture and their tradition into consideration matters a lot especially if you are a large concern. Remember to add a personal touch like a thank you message personally addressed to each and every employee which makes a huge difference.

While being conscious of getting a tasteful gift for your employee, you tend to forget that minimalism often is the best. Instead of looking for cheap gifts, look for moderately priced yet refined gift for your employees. Fix a budget and gift something that is best priced within the budget. But make sure it is something that is practical and talks about you as an employer and as a company.

It's the hard work of your employees that lifts your company up and keeps it from going aground. Help them manage the more stressful workdays with these Popp It Sheets. Being in a corporate environment is not that easy. Let them know that you acknowledge their hard work, and encourage them to have a little fun if that helps take the edge off. Popping bubble wrap is always fun and having a box of these with 20 sheets is a creative and thoroughly enjoyable way to releive stress. Purchase it at bigsmall.com for Rs.399.

If you are looking for employee gift ideas that would be useful for male and female employees alike, your perfect choice is the lip balm. Biotique Bio Fruit Whitening Lip Balm is currently the best lip balm in the market currently and is available to buy at Amazon. <Made from natural ingredients, the slightly fruity smelling balm comes in a 12 gm tub . It is infused with almond and sesame oil to keep the lips smooth, supple and moisturized. It is priced at Rs.131.

The best employee appreciation gift ideas are the ones that are practical and work without much fuss. The Thanks For All You Do Screen Cleaning Dude is one such gift which requires nothing much to work. If you are an IT company or any corporation that uses a computer for all operations, then go for it. The screen cleaning dude is a good addition to the desk while the shaggy mane made of microfibre strips works well in cleaning the desktop/laptop screens. The dude also carries the lettering “Thanks For All You Do” at the back which is the personal touch you need to reach your employees. The screen cleaning dude is available to buy at successsories.com starting at or Rs.486/-. The price changes depending on how much you require.

A good quality duffel bag is something that everyone should own. If it matches the cabin baggage size requirement for flights, then it is a double win for you. The duffel bag we chose for you is cabin baggage size compliant and can be used as hand baggage in flights. It is made of high-quality denier and has multiple pockets to keep you organised. It has a main compartment and two side pockets. It is quite compact and can be folded and zipped up. It is available at BrandedCorporateGift and can be customized with your corporate branding. It is priced at Rs.702/- per piece. GST, customisation and packaging charges are extra.

Acknowledge your employees’ dedication and hard work with Thanks! Tumbler Set. The set contains a 16-ounce tumbler and a coaster packed away in a leatherette bag. The tumbler has a stainless steel inner wall and a push-on/thumb-slide lid. The sleeve and the tumbler both feature the lettering “Thanks For All You Do”. The tumbler can also be customized with your logo, however, the minimum quantity, in this case, should be 72. Thanks! Tumbler Set is available at successsories.com starting at Rs.1,321/-.

Gone are the days when headphones were wired and had to be glued to your laptop or had to be removed every time you move away. With the wireless headphones, your headphones can be glued to your ears and can entertain you with an endless stream of music. The Xech TM002 wireless headphone comes with Bluetooth connectivity and also offer your handsfree calling facility. It is compatible with both PC and phones. It also supports FM. You can purchase it at BrandedCorporateGift for Rs.734/- per piece but you’d have to purchase a minimum of 100 pieces.

Help your employees keep track of their steps and meet the required 10,000 steps for a healthy and fit life. This fanny pack is a three-piece set which contains a wrist wrap, a pedometer and an 8-ounce squeeze bottle. The wrist wrap has a pouch to hold your phone or iPod and has a headphone compatible port. The pedometer has the standard step counter, distance travelled and also the calorie counter. The wrist pack is available to buy at e-CorporateGifts and can be customized with the company logo. Priced at Rs.1,513/-, the waist pack is an amazing reward for your employees who have been working hard all year long.

An organized calendar helps you breeze through your daily meetings and work efficiently and makes sure you don’t miss anything. Encourage your employees to work smart with this 365 daily planner and plan their days in an organized manner. Planning your days can be fun and thrilling with this colourful and attractive planner priced at Rs.499/-. The cute planner is compact at 7” height and 5” width. Bring an end to the chaos with the 365 Daily Planner from BigSmall.

Mobile phones have become an extension of our arms and it really is a source of panic when you find yourself out of charge. Gifting your employees with the emergency mobile charger & Bluetooth mini speaker gift set is apt for this day and age. The set contains a Bluetooth speaker which can be connected to your phone via Bluetooth or 3.5mm audio cable. It also offers hands free calling facility and all you need to do is push a button.

The set also includes a Samsung Lithium-ion cell encased in an aluminium alloy shell which enables you to charge your mobile phone literally anywhere. It also comes with a standard USB cable. You also have the option to imprint your label on the box which might cost you extra. It is available to buy at e-CorporateGifts for Rs.3,444/-.

Make your employees happy and their time at your company memorable with the Rajsthani serving set. The serving set has two bowls, spoons and a tray, all of which are gold and silver plated. You can also find intricate designs and traditional motifs on the bowls and the tray. The serving set is a thing of beauty and shouts the beauty of traditional Rajasthani work. The tray measures 9(in) x 5(in) x 3(in). The serving set is an ideal gift for festive occasions. You can buy this from IndianGiftsPortal(IGP) for Rs.1,250/-.

Employees are an asset to the companies in ways more than one. It is only apt that you encourage and motivate them by gifting them at least once a year. We present you with employee appreciation gift ideas that are sure to ensure their happiness. But if you are willing to take it to the next level and make it personal, we have a few tips for you.