10 Gift Ideas To Welcome Employees Back to Work

1. Herb Garden Jars by Modern Sprout

With employees returning to work, you might start to notice some workers getting a little bit homesick, missing their home office setups that they’ve gotten so used to.

Set your employees on the right track by adding some literal and metaphorical life to their space. These Herb Garden Jars from Modern Sprout come inside vintage-inspired jars that look perfect on any windowsill or desktop.

Your employees don’t need to be botanists to let the herbs thrive — these plants are self-watering. The non-GMO seeds take care of themselves, thanks to the wicking process that brings water and nutrients up through the plant’s roots.

What’s even better is that your recipient gets to choose which type of plant they want. From organic basil to mint, parsley, rosemary, cilantro, or lavender, your co-workers can have an amazing piece of decor that doubles as a functional herb supplement for their next lunch break.

2. Branded Pullover Hoodie

One of the reasons that so many people enjoy working from home is that they never need to get out of their pajamas before checking emails. Foster that same comfortable culture in your in-person office by gifting your employees a Branded Hoodie.

Relaxed and roomy, this is a sweatshirt that manages to flatter while still feeling like a soft, warm hug throughout the day. Take your gift to the next level by printing your company name or logo on the front to make this gift double as a piece of company swag to boost employee pride.

3. Journal by Daily Work Journal

Everyone wants to be productive at their job, but not everyone has the tools they need to get there. Help your co-workers get back into the swing of things with this Daily Work Journal.

This journal gives your recipient 25 days' worth of notes on undated paper, so it can be used at any time of the year. Instructions on the inside can even help your newer employees build sustainable journaling practices to get the most out of their new gift.

Even if your co-workers feel like they won’t use this journal too often, they can get a different gift they’ll enjoy. Goody gives all recipients the freedom to swap out their gift for something of equal or lesser value if they find something more suited to their tastes.

4. Aluminum Headphone Stand by HumanCentric

Just because employees are returning to the office doesn’t mean that video calls and Zoom meetings are done forever. In fact, these forms of communication are an important part of everyday work culture post-Covid. It’s important that everyone is prepped and primed to make these forms of communication run smoothly.

There’s no better way to do that than with the high-quality Aluminum Headphone Stand from Humancentric. This minimalist stand keeps a desk neat, giving pricey headphones a place to rest safely. Then, when your worker is not using them, it turns into a stylish piece of desk decor.

5. Monogrammed Wireless Charger by Courant

Your co-workers might need to check in with family throughout the day since they’ll be back in the office instead of working from home. That means their phones will need a little bit of extra juice. Make sure they never need to worry about battery life with the Wireless Charger from Courant.

Personalize the designer-quality Belgian Linen with your own custom monogramming for a luxe touch to a workplace necessity. Courant’s charger has a USB C input and can power up cases up to 3mm thick.

Not to mention, your recipient has full control over the color, so they can choose between three options that best suit their style.

6. Classic Latte Kit by Copper Cow Coffee

A pick-me-up in the middle of a long day at the office is a great way to set the rest of the afternoon on the right track. While the usual brews can do a lot, there’s nothing better than changing it up a bit with a self-made Latte from Copper Cow Coffee.

Bring the cafe to the office by sending employees a latte kit with everything they need to make Copper Cow’s exciting Vietnamese coffee. The kit comes with five classic pour-over filters and five condensed milk creamers to help make delicious lattes at any time of the day.

You can pair this gift with a customized coffee mug to let your employees consume their new favorite beverage while repping your company swag.

7. Handheld Steamer by Steam & Go

Since your employees will be heading back into the office, you’ll want to ensure they’re fully prepped to put on their business casual attire again. Considering those blazers and button-ups might have been at the bottom of the closet since March 2020, it might be a nice gesture to help them iron out those kinks.

The Dual Voltage Handheld Steamer from Steam & Go is small enough to fit in a suitcase but is still strong enough to remove major wrinkles. The dual voltage system heats up in just two minutes, letting you get a perfectly ironed shirt even if you’re running a tad late in the morning.

Since it’s portable, your employees can bring this steamer with them to work and freshen up before a meeting with a VIP client.

8. inKind Pass Gift Card by inKind

Let’s face it: Not all of those employees will be too thrilled about getting back into the office. Boost their morale and their attitudes with a welcome gift on their return in the form of an inKind Pass.

The inKind Pass works at top-rated restaurants, bars, and coffee shops around the world. This pass will let co-workers go out for lunch together or grab a drink after a long day, helping you foster a better community in your workspace without much effort. The pass is delivered via email, too, so your recipient can start using it right away.

9. Home Office Candle by Homesick

Help everyone recuperate after a long day in-office with the Home Office Candle from Homesick. Scented with water lilies and patchouli, this candle features an energizing aroma with notes of cinnamon and vanilla.

Since their first batches in 2016, Homesick candles have been bringing sustainability to the scent world. The wicks are 100% organic cotton, and the wax is natural soy. The candles are non-toxic and cruelty-free, with no plastics, lead, phthalates, parabens, or synthetic dyes to be found.

10. Deluxe Cookie Gift Box by Insomnia Cookies

Nothing says “Welcome Back” quite like some freshly baked cookies. The 8 Deluxe Cookie Gift Box from Insomnia Cookies are vegan, gluten-free, and 100% delicious. Each batch is baked to order. Insomnia Cookies opened its 200th store in 2021 — a track record that speaks for itself.