Even if you can't afford the grandiose corporate Christmas parties that we see in Hollywood films, do you also want to say thank you to your employees? Gift, party or activity... the choice is varied to show your appreciation to your employees while motivating them and strengthening your cohesion. And with our advice, it's impossible for you not to hit the mark this year.
What gift to thank your employees?
Do you want to take advantage of the end-of-year celebrations to express your gratitude to your employees, thank your collaborators and your customers for their trust and loyalty? Very good idea ! This time of year is an ideal opportunity to strengthen ties between employees and present your company in a more human aspect.
The Christmas Lottery
For your employees, you can organize a big raffle so that everyone participates. All employees pick the name of a colleague and must offer a gift. We know that this time of year is synonymous with expenses, so set a reasonable price not to be exceeded (between 5 and 10 euros) so that this additional gift remains a pleasure and not a constraint.
A gourmet gift
As a manager, you can of course spoil your employees with a gift that is sure to please:boxes of chocolates, a bottle of champagne, a gourmet box... Are your employees not big foodies? Instead, bet on office items, vouchers, etc. So that the atmosphere at work is festive and good-natured, do not hesitate to decorate the offices, make a Christmas tree, put chocolates next to the coffee machine. These small gestures will be greatly appreciated.
A gift in the colors of the company
To thank your customers and collaborators, the gift is also a good option. It is also an opportunity to communicate a message and strengthen the image of your company. You can opt for gifts carrying your communication such as high-tech products in the colors of your company (wireless chargers, USB key, etc.). Regional products are also always very popular. Your Parisian collaborators will be delighted to make an aperitif with products that smell good of Provence for example.
Create your own Advent calendar
To motivate your employees throughout the month of December and work in a good mood, you can create an Advent calendar within your company. Every day, you can launch a challenge, offer a gift, slip in a motivating phrase, etc. Your only limit is your imagination.
Christmas in team building mode:choose an activity or a event
To thank your collaborators by creating a link, organize an activity. Your employees will not be insensitive to this effort and will be delighted to share an activity together outside of work. You can opt for different animations:
If you prefer to organize an activity within your own company, you can organize an event according to your budget:breakfast, lunch, afternoon tea, Christmas party, etc. There are many possibilities to please your employees without breaking the bank. You can also invite the spouses and children of your employees. If you want to please the little ones, you can even ask Santa Claus to make an appearance for a distribution of gifts:guaranteed success! If you prefer to organize a Christmas party, choose a theme and/or a dress code (the Roaring Twenties, casino, chic outfit with a shocking detail). So that everyone can leave with a souvenir of this evening, you can install a photobooth. Are you looking for an animation that is very easy to set up? Have a contest for the ugliest Christmas sweater. Laughter guaranteed and self-mockery will be required.
The end-of-year celebrations are the perfect opportunity to thank all of your employees (internal and external) for their loyalty and their work throughout the year. Whatever your budget, the main thing is to show your gratitude to them and make everyone feel included and valued.
