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Secret Santa always sounds like a great idea, but when it comes down to it, it can be pretty stressful, especially if you get a name from the hat that you don’t know that well. Plus, you have colleagues who work from home, making it hard because you barely know them.
The other issue that you can have when buying colleagues gifts is the budget, which is usually between $10 and $20. Nonetheless, there are many gifts that you can buy from your work colleagues, so let’s get into it.
Best Secret Santa Gifts For Your Colleagues
You can buy many gifts for your colleagues, but it depends on the route you wish to take with it. You can get them a jokey present if that is the gift you want to choose and you have that relationship. You can also get them a gift that they will use a lot or a gift that is something they will enjoy. There are so many options, and you need a variety when you have a small budget.
A Nice Professional Pen
Buying a pen sounds boring. However, a nice pen that they can use at work and is more expensive than the average Bic pen can be appreciated. Professional pens can really be appreciated, and you can go that step further by purchasing a fountain pen. If you want to stay traditional, consider purchasing a pen with their name on it. There are a few options to choose from that can be appreciated.
Coffee Mug
The next thing that you can choose is a coffee mug. A travel coffee mug is something that many people need in their lives, especially those who commute to work on public transportation. Again, these are great because there are many different styles that you can choose from. You can also personalise their coffee mugs so it looks like you have gone that extra mile other than buying a coffee mug from one of the nearby coffee shops.
Succulents
For those colleagues who love something on their desk, succulents can also be another great gift. Usually, these colleagues already have some form of plant on their desks, so you need to get creative. Buy them something that stands out but can be something they can keep alive.
Letter Boards
This is another excellent gift idea for a colleague. Again, it is for people who enjoy personalising their desks to make them look like theirs. This is another varied gift. For example, you can get them a plain letterboard or one that lights up.
Special Tea and Coffee Gift Sets
Another item that you can buy is one for those who enjoy drinking tea or coffee. Many coffee and tea gift sets can be purchased. Additionally, they can offer different flavours, which is something they may appreciate. You can also buy them flavoured hot chocolate sachets as a gift set if they will also enjoy this. Plus, they can have this in the office if they wish to.
Cushion
Another great gift for those who complain about the comfort of their office chair is a cushion. Depending on their complaints, this chair can be for their backs or for their buttocks. It makes the perfect office gift, and you know they will use it.
Gifts For Those Who Are Always Cold
When you work in the office, you have a mixture of people who cope with different temperatures. You have the people who are always warm and those who are always cold. This leads to constant bickering in the office and the heating being turned on and off throughout the day. However, you can find the solution for them by purchasing a gift that you know they will use to keep them warm. This could be anything from a hot water bottle, heated gloves, hand warmers, hoodies and more. Just buy them something they will enjoy, which can keep them happy.
Scented Candles
Do you ever have the occasional colleague who always mentions buying scented candles or plug-in scents to make the office smell better? Well, these people quickly buy scented candles for their desks. You could also buy them a diffuser for their desk if you want to get more creative. The best part about this is that it fits within the budget. Plus, you can get them a candle, which releases a scent that is a stress relief.
To Conclude
As you can see, there are many gifts you can buy your colleagues, and they all fit within the budget. The only concern is finding something that they will like. Ideally, if you don’t know them that well, ask another colleague who does. Furthermore, you can buy luxury Christmas ornaments to fit the festive fun theme.