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It’s the holiday season… 🎶
So hoop-de-doo and dickory — ahhh!
Sorry to interrupt your earworm, but we just realized how close Christmas is! The holiday season really snuck up on us this year.
If you’re like many, perhaps you still haven’t had the chance to buy gifts for your well-deserving employees. Well, don’t fret – we’ve got you covered!
Here are some thoughtful and (mostly) practical gift ideas to show your learning and development team how much you appreciate their hard work this year.
Professional development courses or workshops
It’s a given that those of us in the L&D department are always looking to refresh or update our skills. This year, give your team the gift of lifelong learning via access to online courses, subscription platforms, or workshops. Platforms like Udemy, Coursera, or LinkedIn Learning have a wide range of options.
Books on learning and development
Have some bookworms on your team? 🐛
Keep their knowledge fresh with a training, leadership, or L&D-themed book. Consider classics such as Design for How People Learn or go modern with a recent bestseller or book that covers the latest trends, like AI or machine learning.
Conference or workshop tickets
Been wanting to send your employees to a popular training conference or workshop, but haven’t taken the plunge? The season of giving is the perfect opportunity!
Gift your team some tickets to a relevant industry conference or workshop. This allows them to network, learn from experts, and stay updated on industry trends.
No money in the budget for travel? No problem! Go local (most communities offer leadership or professional development workshops) and make a day out of it with activities, catered lunch, and friendly banter.
Customized training materials
Create personalized learning materials or resources that align with your team's current projects or goals. This could include custom e-learning modules, training guides, or instructional videos.
Don’t feel like starting from scratch? Consider purchasing a template–sites like Etsy offer a variety of digital downloads available to purchase and customize to your organization's branding and style. 💻
Professional memberships
If your company doesn’t already offer it, this is the perfect time to cover the cost of a membership to a professional association such as ATD or TLDC. These organizations excel at offering networking opportunities and access to exclusive resources such as events, podcasts, discussions with experts, and more.
Tech gadgets
Consider gadgets that enhance productivity, such as noise-canceling headphones, ergonomic office accessories, or digital note-taking devices. Or, help them focus and release tension with a fidget-spinner or stress ball.
Training-themed gifts
Want to keep the L&D theme but make your gifts a little more cute and a little less practical? Consider a training-themed trinket, mug, or t-shirt. Again, sites like Etsy are great for this–and you’re supporting small businesses in the process! 👕
Team-building activities
Plan a team-building event or workshop that promotes collaboration and a positive working environment. This could be an offsite retreat, a team-building exercise, or a fun, educational activity.
Gift cards
Have the above mentioned items covered? Stick to the tried-but-true gift card and allow your employees to pick what they want – even if it's not L&D-related. 🙂
Recognition and appreciation
Sometimes a heartfelt thank-you note or a personalized letter of appreciation can be as meaningful as a physical gift. Consider expressing your gratitude for their hard work and dedication with a kind word, thoughtful note, or handmade item.
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So there you have it–some last-minute Christmas ideas to show your appreciation this year.
And from our team here at CK Digital to yours – Happy Holidays! 🎁
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