The Best Gifts for Coworkers & Managers

Finding top-tier holiday gifts for colleagues can be a challenge, especially when you want to strike the right balance of heartfelt and professional. Whether you're shopping for the manager who has everything or your coworker who deserves a little extra appreciation this holiday, we've curated a list of gifts that will bring a touch of intention, a dash of comfort, and a sprinkle of sophistication to their daily grind.

1. Timbuk2 Custom Alcatraz Laptop Backpack

For the coworker who's always on the move, give the gift of smart style and organization. The Alcatraz Laptop Backpack by Timbuk2 is the ideal companion for busy commutes and business trips alike. Not only does this bag have a padded slot to safely house up to a 17” computer, but it also has inner and outer pockets of varying sizes to ensure that everything they need has a designated space. Best of all, it's fully customizable, with over 40 fabric options for the front, boot, sides, and trim, allowing you to create a truly unique gift!

$159 at Timbuk2

2. Oakywood Magnetic Cable Organizer

If your office friend always seems to be fumbling for their phone and computer chargers, the Oakywood Magnetic Cable Organizer is an extremely intentional and useful gift that shows them that you’ve been paying attention to their daily needs! The suction base attaches directly to their desk and the strong wooden and magnetic cable holders keep their cords in place, while still allowing for quick removal when the day is done! We also love that you can choose from two base colors and three wood colors to best match this gift to their office color palette.

$39 at Oakywood

3. Patagonia Better Sweater Fleece Vest

Do you work in an office that feels more like an ice box? If so, the Better Sweater Fleece Vest is a gift that will keep your coworkers comfortable throughout the workday and beyond! This highly-rated outerwear is made from soft, long-lasting 100% recycled polyester knit fleece and comes in eight earthy shades. It’s also equipped with three zipper pockets to keep their belongings secure when on the go.

$119 at Patagonia (Mens)

$119 at Patagonia (Womens)

4. Homedics Shiatsu Massage Cushion with Heat

For the manager who is always the first person in the door and the last to leave, a Shiatsu Massage Cushion is a fantastic gift to relieve their tension and reduce their muscle fatigue! This deep-kneading massager fits seamlessly in a desk chair and comes with three massage zone options to allow them to target the areas that need the most relief. It even has a heated function to enhance the massage experience!

$99.99 at Homedics

5. July Carry On

And if you work in an industry where travel is the norm, the July Carry On is sure to enhance your coworker’s time away from home, especially at busy airports. This elite travel essential is not only lightweight and durable, but it comes with a built-in power bank, which is ejectable for security checks, to ensure that their devices are charged at all times! 

We also adore the thoughtful design that includes a multi-stop telescopic handle, silent wheels, a hidden stain-proof laundry bag, and a lifetime warranty. You can even customize this water-resistant carry-on and choose from nine refined color options. 

Starting at $295 at July

6. Leatherology Modern Conference Pad

Another way to upgrade your manager’s workspace this holiday season is with a Leatherology Modern Conference Pad. This slim and sleek desk accessory adds a layer of sophistication while also protecting their desk and enhancing ergonomics thanks to the scratch and water-resistant Italian leather. Choose from five elegant shades and three size options to create a customized gift that best suits their workspace.

Starting at $100 at Leatherology

7. PackIt Freezable Brooklyn Crossbody

Saving money, eating healthier, and becoming more organized are all typical new year’s resolutions and the PackIt Crossbody is a cool tool for changing these intentions into realities! Using multi-layer insulation and built-in gel packs, this freezable lunch bag can help managers and coworkers get motivated to skip their typical fast food lunches by ensuring that they have plenty of perfectly chilled food and drinks on hand all day long! We love that the leak-proof and food-safe welded liner features antimicrobial properties to inhibit the growth of bacteria and it conveniently collapses for easy storage when not in use. 

$72 at PackIt

8. Medify Air MA-15 Air Purifier

Clean air is a subtle luxury, especially in shared and enclosed workspaces. Dust, allergens, and undesirable scents all seem to take over, making it hard to work, and to stay healthy. The Medify Air MA-15 Air Purifier is a wellness-focused gift that can not only removes 99.97% of airborne particles from 0.1 to 0.3 microns in up to 293 square foot spaces in 30 minutes, but it has three fan speeds, simple touch controls, and comes with a starter filter set, which lasts for 2500 hours! If your coworker is tired of constantly feeling under the weather or having to endure that lunch hour tuna melt smell, this air purifier can help to enhance their focus, improve their well-being, and give them peace of mind all day long!

$69.99 at Medify Air

9. Papier Demi Notebook

For the employee who likes to put pen to paper during meetings and when working on projects, a personalized journal is another spectacular gift! Papier’s Demi Notebook comes in both spiral-soft back and hardcover options and you can choose from nine vibrant colors. They also offer two size options as well as lined, plain, or dotted paper styles. Most importantly, you can personalize it for free! 

Starting at $32 at Papier

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