An employee’s onboarding process is key to getting them connected and engaged. Studies have found that 69% of employees are more likely to stay with a company for at least three years if they feel they had a great onboarding experience.
This is where a well-selected, timely gift (or two) can make a difference.
According to HR Daily Advisor companies that include employee gifting as part of their culture are much more likely to retain employees and turn them into brand evangelists.
If you’re looking to increase a new hire’s engagement, loyalty, and job satisfaction, check out these motivating gifts that you can easily incorporate into your onboarding process.
Onboard and On Brand
Brand Pride, Head to Toe
What makes this an awesome employee welcome – Let your new employees proudly show the company “colors” with a unisex Transcend Ballcap Hat in a wide array of color choices, embroidered with your logo. $13.10. Bella + Canvas USA-Made Jersey Tees are unisex and come in a rainbow of colors, printed with the company logo.
Add some Premium Cotton Dress Socks, custom printed with your logo, for head-to-toe branding. $11.75.
Branding options – The hat can be embroidered with your logo, and the shirt, socks, and header card can be customized with your colors and logo.
Price – Hat, tee, and socks: $42.74
Optional add-ons – Help them hydrate with a customized Vortex Double-Wall Tumbler, sturdy enough for hot and cold beverages. This portable 16oz tumbler is made from BPA-free materials and features a push-on thumb-slide lid for easy sipping. $7.30.
Custom Telecommute Essentials Kit
What makes this an awesome employee welcome –This custom welcome kit gives your new associates crucial tools to get things done at the office, at home, or on the road. They'll receive a mouse pad, 7-in-1 stationery kit, pen, 10 ft. charging cable, cleaning cloth, and 4-port USB hub, all emblazoned with your custom logo.
Branding options – Every piece in the kit can be customized with your logo or name.
Price – $27.6
Optional add-on – This hands-free flexible ring light with an integrated microphone and phone holders is the ultimate tool for recording and sharing videos. The ring light works with any smartphone, in any light, so you can really shine. $44.99. 
Custom Deluxe Picnic Accessories Kit
What makes this an awesome employee welcome – Treat your new hire to an outdoor party with their team. This customized picnic kit of a collapsible picnic basket, roll-up picnic blanket, two pieces of 22 oz. big game stadium cup, large flying discus, 2-in-1 SPF 30 sunscreen and hand sanitizer spray.
Branding options – Choose from five color options for the items. Each item can be customized with your logo.
Price – $48.95
Optional add-on – The perfect addition to any outdoor event, a custom 12-can Urban Peak® Waterproof Hinge Cooler will carry your logo for all to see wherever they go. In five colors. $32.10.
Custom Cutter & Buck Rainier PrimaLoft Eco Full Zip Jacket
What makes this an awesome employee welcome – The Rainier Puffer Jacket – available in men’s and women’s sizes, is engineered from lightweight, recycled, down-alternative insulation for exceptional four-season versatility for golf, skiing, hiking, walking, and their other epic everyday adventures. The Rainier’s Primaloft® Silver Insulation is crafted from 70% recycled polyester, keeping them warm so they can stay outside year-round and make a difference for the planet.
Branding options – The jacket is available in ten colors, customized with your logo.
Price – $177.05
Optional add-on – Top off their outfit with a custom Mesh Back Hat with Leather Patch. The poly and cotton ball cap comes in six colors, with a handsome leather path, heat-stamped with your logo. $30.
Treat Them to a Delicious Welcome
You Rock Chocolate & Candle Gift Set
What makes this an awesome employee welcome – Build up a newcomer’s confidence with this gift that says they rock. The set includes a travel candle, richly scented with nectarine, bergamot, and rosewood, and two chocolate truffle bars – original 72% dark and Rainier Cherry featuring dried cherries and glazed pecans. Added black-topped mini matches for the candle and a unique Z-fold card make this an especially memorable gift.
Branding options – The card can be customized to your message
Price – $40
Optional add-on – Sweeten up the welcome with a 6-piece Godiva Truffle Flight. Each elegant gift box features six exquisitely crafted chocolate truffles inspired by delectable classic desserts. Comes with your custom message. $20.
Welcome To The Team Gift Set
What makes this an awesome employee welcome – This “welcome aboard” gift set contains a 20 oz personalized skinny tumbler, stainless steel straw, cleaning brush, classic ruled hardcover notebook, two-set gold slim pens, 5-pack Copper Cow Coffee, salted caramel almond chocolate chip cookies, and a personalized card.
Branding options – Tumbler and card can be personalized with the recipient's name.
Price – $72.99
Optional add-ons – Kick the cookies up a notch with this 6-piece Rainbow Sprinkled Oreos® gift – a half dozen delicious custom cookies enrobed in elegant Belgian chocolate and sprinkles, with a printed logo and custom box sleeve. $21.
Custom Perk Up Kit – Small
What makes this an awesome employee welcome – Serve your new employees an array of delicious coffee breaks with Ghirardelli® hot chocolate, Bigelow tea, Starbucks® coffee, biscotti, chocolate chip and shortbread cookies, and more. It’s a great way to say, “Settle in; we’re glad you’re here!”
Branding options – Your logo or art is printed on the box.
Price – $43.36
Go large – The Customer Perk up Kit is also available in a larger kit, with more of everything to love for $71.56.
Optional add-on – Add a stylish custom 14 oz Jumbo Ceramic Mug with your choice of color imprinting or new, dishwasher-safe laser etching for $7.55.
Custom Tower of Chocolates, Nuts, Cookies and Popcorn Treats
What makes this an awesome employee welcome – Here’s a delicious way to welcome new associates – with a sweet or salty snack for any taste. Hershey’s miniatures, pistachios, mini chocolate chip cookies, and triple-chocolate gourmet popcorn make this gift extra tempting.
Branding options – Your choice of package color and ribbon, imprinted with your logo or company name.
Price – $51.34
Optional add-on – What is better than chocolate? MORE chocolate! The 6-piece ChocAllure Chocolate Gem™ set features intricate and artistic designs in flavors like creme brulee, dark chocolate tartlet, and chocolate mousse. The box features your logo or art. $23.25.
Gourmet Bakery Gift Set
What makes this an awesome employee welcome – Your new employees will love this sweet welcome gift. It will also make them an instant hit with their team if they choose to share it.
The set includes a freshly baked assortment of sixty-eight individually wrapped cookies, brownies, and cakes. Blondie, chocolate, and coffee brownies. Cookies include lemon, chocolate, hazelnut, and raspberry-filled, chocolate chip, oatmeal, cranberry white chocolate chip and brownie chocolate chip. Raspberry, lemon, and cookie butter cakes complete this delicious gift. $64.95.
How about some coffee to go with those goodies? The Bean Box Coffee Sampler is their all-access pass to the very best artisan coffees. Each Bean Box Sampler features a half pound of freshly roasted coffee, an artisan treat, and tasting notes. $24.
Branding options –Comes with your personal message.
Price – Bakery Set and coffee – $88.95
Optional add-ons – They’ll enjoy using Brew Copper Vacuum Insulated Mug for hot and cold drinks. The 12 oz Brew Copper Vacuum Insulated Mug also features a durable powder coating that prevents condensation from forming on its exterior. Can be customized with your art or logo. $18.90.
Gifts To Help Get Things Done
Custom Desk Gift Set
What makes this an awesome employee welcome – Set your new employees up for success with this kit of must-have office items: a pen cup, stapler, tape dispenser, tray, and three writing instruments, all bearing the company brand. $47.50.
Plus, give them their first set of business cards and a handsome silver-plated business card holder with personalized text – their name, your business name, or another message. $24.99.
Branding options – The items can be customized with your logo and are available in a rainbow of colors.
Price – $47.50 + $24.99 = $72.49
Optional add-ons – Blue light from computers and smartphones causes eye problems. These Unisex Blue Light Blocking Glasses will save your new hire eye strain, fatigue, and other problems. With your logo. $13.97.
Custom Carbon Fiber Business Card Case, Pen and Keyring Set
What makes this an awesome employee welcome – Outfit your newest employees with class. The brass twist-action Bettoni pen features a carbon fiber barrel, chrome trims, and a stylus that works with touchscreen devices. The stainless-steel business card case has a carbon fiber inlay on the cover and snap closure. The rectangular chrome keyring carries company pride wherever they go.
Branding options – Each handsome piece can be customized with your logo.
Price – $47.50
Optional add-on – with a Pedova™ Jr. Zippered Padfolio, they’re ready for business on the go. With zippered closure, document pocket, pen loop, three business card holders, two USB memory flash drive holders, mesh ID window, and an elastic media pocket. Includes a 5" x 8" writing pad and your logo printed on one side. $21.40.
Custom Tangelo Spotlight 1080p HD Webcam
What makes this an awesome employee welcome – The Tangelo Spotlight is a high-definition webcam that makes it easy to connect with friends, family, and co-workers. The Full HD 1080p resolution is combined with the built-in, dimmable LED light and dual noise-canceling microphones. Compatible with Windows 7/8/10 or Mac OS X 10.10 or above. Includes a one-year limited warranty.
Branding options – Can be customized with your logo.
Price – $52.95
Optional add-on – The Tile Pro is a powerful tracker for keys, backpacks, and purses. Pro easily attaches to anything you need to keep track of regularly. Just open the free Tile app and tap Find to locate your stuff. You can also double-press the button on your Pro to ring and find your phone. $33.
Custom Mobile Office Kit
What makes this an awesome employee welcome – They will really feel part of the team with this kit to keep them productive and well in the office, at home, or wherever they are. 16 oz collapsible swiggy bottle, notepad with sticky flags and pen, stackable bento lunch set, heathered fun tote bag, highlighter, and pen with antimicrobial additive and 2 oz hand sanitizer gel.
Branding options – Every piece in the kit can be customized with your logo.
Price – $63.85
Optional add-on – What could be handier than this sleek, space-saving combination calculator, picture frame, and LCD clock? Great on the desk or on the go. With your logo screened on the base. $18.
Custom Desk Saver Kit
What makes this an awesome employee welcome – Help your new hire stay connected and uncluttered with this custom desk set of PowerPad for charging, FoldStand for hands-free phone use, and a cable catch to organize their cords.
Branding options – All three items can be customized with company branding.
Price – $81.75
Optional add-on – Say “more power to you” with a Wireless Charger and Power Bank. With an O-ring carabiner, they can hang this useful duo on their bag for convenient charging ability. $25.80.
Custom Self-Care Relax and Unwind Kit
What makes this an awesome employee welcome – A great milestone reward after they finish onboarding to say, “work hard but remember to take care of yourself.” They'll receive everything they need to relax and unwind after a hard day at the office: a massager, gel beads, ear plugs, eye mask, neck pillow, and lip moisturizer in a spa-style tote with your custom logo or art for a rejuvenating gift they'll be sure to appreciate.
Branding options – The box cover can be customized with your logo or art.
Price – $24.20
Optional add-on – Cover them with comfort with a Buffalo Plaid Fleece Blanket in your choice of three colors. Made of fleece material for an extra soft and comfortable feel. With your silk screened logo or art. $16.60.
Executive Perks
Bottega Gold Prosecco and Lolli & Pops Champagne Gummy Bears Gift Set
What makes this an awesome employee welcome – Toast your new employee’s success with this elegant new employee gift. The set includes a 750ml bottle of Bottega Gold Prosecco, a fruity and flowery sparkling wine from the Northern Italian hills, and a tube of Lolli & Pops – non-alcoholic gummy snacks with sparkling champagne flavoring. It comes handsomely presented in a golden bottle, carried in a complementary navy and gold drawstring gift bag.
Branding options – A handwritten card is included with your personal message.
Price – $81.75
Optional add-on – Make it a party by adding a Custom Charcuterie Board Favorites Meat and Cheese Gift Set. They'll receive salami, cheeses, crackers, mustard, and a bamboo cutting board engraved with your choice of logo. $29.50.
Organic Napa Cider, Fruit and Cheese Gift Basket
What makes this an awesome employee welcome – A fruit basket is a classic welcome gift. They’ll be impressed with this lavish version, packed with delectable goodies. Organic, juicy ripe pears, fresh and crisp red apples, and sweet oranges arrive in a handmade basket. Organic sparkling apple cider, chocolate caramel truffles, roasted salted cashews, roasted salted almonds, creamy jack cheese spread, and multigrain crackers are also packed into this unforgettable gift.
Branding options –A note with your personal message can be added.
Price – $180
Optional add-on – How can you top a taste-filled gift like the fruit and cheese basket? With more chocolate! Satisfy their sweet tooth with a Chocolate Craving Box filled with Long Grove White Frosted Pretzels, Chocolate Covered Almonds, Milk Chocolate Almond Butter Toffee, and Dark Chocolate Almond Butter Toffee. $49.85.
Custom Trifecta Bundle Audio Gift Set
What makes this an awesome employee welcome – Beebop Wireless Headphones with mic are tried-and-true tech items that everyone will love. When bundled with a Boxanne™ Wireless Speaker and Tenfour Power Bank that charges up to three devices at once to completion, it’s a new employee welcome that you know WILL impress.
Branding options – All three items can be customized with your logo.
Price – $96.25
Optional add-on – The headphones pair perfectly with this high-definition 1080p Web Camera and Microphone for teleconferencing and video calls. $37.90.
Custom Office Tech Kit with Wireless Mousepad and Speaker
What makes this an awesome employee welcome – Onboard your top hires with an elegant tech gift set they’ll treasure. Includes a two-piece black gift box, Ronan mousepad with wireless charging, Addi-Ronan wireless speaker, and Asia Ballpoint pen.
Branding options – Your name or logo can be reproduced handsomely on each piece and the box cover.
Price – $110
Optional add-on – They’ll toast your generosity with a celebratory bottle of Perrier-Jouet Grand Brut 750ml with Elegant Gift Bag. Imported from the Champagne region of France, this is a perfect introduction to the floral, stylish and diamond-cut style of the House of Perrier-Jouët. The Grand Brut is delicate, elegant and balanced. $79.99.
FAQ
Why are onboarding gifts important?
You know how fiercely competitive the job market is today and how much time, effort, and expense goes into finding and hiring the best new employees.
According to the Society of Human Resource Management (SHRM), the average cost to fill an open position is $4,129.00, and it takes an average of 42 days to fill an open position.
Worse, after all of that, a fifth of new hires leave a company in the first 90 days.
How much should I budget for employee welcome gifts?
Most companies budget between $50-100 on average for employee gifts (not including bonuses). However, in industries where the competition for talent is fierce, companies that wish to stand out often spend upward of $200-300 on employee onboarding gifts.
It’s generally advisable not to skimp on your employees. But always opt for quality products vs. quantity. Going with low-end products and unknown brands, especially when gifting technology items, will not win you any fans. The old adage of what you give is what you get also applies here.
What are the tax implications of gifting employees?
The Internal Revenue Service (IRS) usually considers gifts to employees as taxable fringe benefits: “The benefit is subject to employment taxes and must be reported on Form W-2.
If the gift is business-related – tech, software, or office supplies like pens and portfolios – it will most likely not be judged as a gift for tax purposes.
How can I know what will make an engaging welcome gift for my employees?
A great option is to give employees the gift of choice. CorporateGift.com offers eGifting, so you’ll never send an unappreciated gift again. Recipients can pick from a selection you choose, or they can decline or donate its value to charity.
You also have the option to enable exchanges or upgrades for gifts in the CorporateGift.com Marketplace.
The employee gets a redemption link to select the gift they want and provide their mailing details. You only get billed for the items and gifts that were redeemed. You can learn more about it and try it out here.
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