10 Great Business Gift Ideas
Researching, sourcing, and ordering gifts is a task that often falls on the plate of an Executive Assistant. Sounds like a pretty fun job: online shopping for someone else, right? While it can be fun, it can also be intimidating trying to find the perfect gift for the recipient. Fortunately, our community of Executive Assistants has years of experience combing through the myriad of gift sites out there, so we know which gifts are a “do” and which are “don’t!" Today we want to share that knowledge with you with this list of ten great business gifts at various price points to fit any budget:
1. Bluetooth Speaker + Water Bottle
Water and music—two things that are sure to put a little pep in your recipients’ step during their afternoon slumps. This reusable water bottle from Uncommon Goods features a Bluetooth speaker in its lid and is rechargeable with the included USB. For the business traveler that likes to be efficient in their packing or the team member who just appreciates nifty gadgets, this is a great choice.
2. Branded Succulent
Everyone likes a little life on their desk, and succulents add that touch of nature without the need for much water or attention, making them the perfect plant for just about anyone! The selection of corporate gifts at Lula’s Garden has a range of prices, and you can even customize your desired succulent garden with a logo, message, or photo. Plus it’s great for team gifts, as you can give Lula’s Garden all of your recipients’ information and they’ll ship it directly to them, making it easy breezy for the gift giver!
3. Virtual Meeting Kit
As pros at Zoom meetings, our community of virtual Executive Assistants can appreciate having the right tools to look their best on a video call. Enter this virtual meeting kit from GiftSuite, a BIPOC, female-led, and LGBTQIA-friendly company. The kit features a wide-angle lens that attaches to most mobile devices, as well as a tripod that doubles as a Bluetooth selfie stick, lightning charging cable, and screen cleansing towelettes. Anyone who is doing more virtual meetings these days will appreciate this gift!
4. Custom Wine Box
For a gift to enjoy “off the clock,” a nice bottle of wine is tried and true. We love Artificer Woodworks’ custom wine boxes that elevate the standard bottle of vino. The handmade boxes can be engraved with a fun message, custom design, or logo to create a unique, personalized gift. You can even add a message inside the box lid for free! The boxes range from as low-priced for bulk orders of single bottle boxes to much higher prices for a walnut three-bottle box. These boxes do not include wine, but you can order a wine package from their partner and they’ll package and ship it as a complete gift. Another reason this gift gets our “cheers” is that they plant one tree for every product they sell.
5. Wood Journal
Another company that gives back to the environment by planting trees for every purchase is Woodchuck. Notebooks are a classic “swag” item for corporate gifts, but the sleek wood design of these journals offers something a little more unique than the standard spiral bound book. For an additional fee, you can customize with a logo, message or design. Woodchuck also offers a corporate gifting catalog with more beautiful wood items that you can order in bulk at a discounted price.
6. Brew Bottle
Coffee is a staple in the business world, so clients and employees alike will love this convenient bottle on Gifts for Good that is designed to produce the perfect pour-over, cold-brew coffee, or tea on the go! Bulk orders of 96 or more can be customized with a logo for an additional fee, too. This is another gift you can feel good about giving, as each purchase helps provide clean drinking water in developing countries! Coffee not your recipients’ thing? Gifts for Good has a treasure trove of options that all support nonprofits and social enterprises, organized by cause, price, recipient, and category so you can find the perfect gift.
7. Ember Mug
Another gift for a coffee or tea lover but at a higher price point is the Ember Mug2. This smart mug keeps your coffee at just the right temperature so your drink is never too hot or too cold— the perfect match for the Goldilocks on your list! It has a built-in battery and comes with a recharging coaster so it can keep your beverage the perfect temperature all day when placed on the coaster. No more playing the warm-up-the-mug-in-the-microwave game all day with this clever business gift!
8. Glass Sipper
Another unique beverage gift is this hand blown glass carafe set. Each beautiful set is handcrafted by a single glass blower and comes with a corked carafe and a cup so you can stay hydrated in style. This set would look great on the nightstand or the desktop, making it a thoughtful gift for anyone who appreciates aesthetics.
9. Knack Box
Themed gift boxes with a variety of items are very popular business gifts, and Knack takes the guesswork out of choosing the perfect box. Create a gift based on the recipient’s interest in various categories, from well-being to grilling, or based on occasion. You can even shop by Ethos, such as BIPOC-owned, woman-owned, made in USA, or sustainable, so the gift recipient will know their gift came from a business they would be proud to support. At various price points, you’re sure to find something to fit your budget.
10. Loop and Tie
Lastly, for the gift that takes all of the guesswork out of shopping is Loop and Tie. With Loop and Tie’s service, your gift recipient chooses their own gift from the collection that you select. Choose a collection based on price point or even one that has a social impact, and your recipient will select their desired gift. All you need is the recipient’s email address, making it a great business gift when you want to surprise them without asking for their mailing address.
Happy gifting!
Whether you are an Executive Assistant looking to add some new ideas to your gift-giving repertoire, or an executive looking for a starting point on your gift search, we hope you find something new on this list. There’s no shortage of ideas among our EA community for gift-giving and much more, so be sure to keep up with our blog for more best practices.
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