Quick answer
For coworkers you barely know, choose friendly, useful and neutral gifts in the $10 to $25 range: gourmet treats, a nice pen, a tumbler, a desk plant or a coffee gift card. Skip anything personal, scented or sized.
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Safe office favorites
Useful at any desk and appropriate for any coworker.
Treats to share
Food gifts are friendly and do not need to fit anyone's style.
For a big team
Buy in bulk and add a nice tag.
Our tip: Keep gifts equal across the team so no one feels left out, and keep a note with each person's name.
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Questions people ask
How much should you spend on a coworker gift?
Most offices keep it between $10 and $25. Follow any team or company limit.
What should you not give a coworker?
Anything personal, romantic, sized, strongly scented, or alcohol unless you know the office culture.
Do you have to give gifts to coworkers?
No. A kind card is always appropriate. If you give gifts, keep them equal.