23 awesome gifts for salespeople you can give year-round

In a working world where 63% of employees feel unappreciated by their employer on a daily basis, a little bit of recognition can go a long way.

That’s why gift-giving is so important for keeping your sales team engaged and help with avoiding burnout.

(And if you’re hunting for something special for the salesperson in your life, we’ve got you covered too.)

Here’s a list of gifts for salespeople for any occasion. Whether it’s a gift for the holidays or “just because,” any of these ideas are fair game.

Let’s say you’re looking beyond free gifts but still don’t want to break the bank. No worries — here are some great gifts for salespeople that cost between $10 and $30 (give or take).

1. A Bluetooth headset

A must-have for constant cold-callers in busy offices, there are tons of cost-effective headsets to choose from. Even if your company already provides these devices, you can reward a high-performing rep with a nicer option.

2. Mugs and Thermoses

Every salesperson has their go-to drink, from coffee to energy drinks.

Either way, insulated drinkware from brands like Yeti are game-changers for keeping drinks at the proper temperature throughout the day. Oh, and Yeti also does custom designs for their drinkware in case you want your mug to match the rest of your company swag. You can never have too many mugs around the office, right?

3. Desk plants

Desk plants are a small touch, but they make an ordinary office space — whether at home or in the corporate office — seem less drab, especially when displayed in a hydroponic vase.

Of course, make a point to choose plants that are easy to maintain and friendly to an indoor environment. Some notable low-maintenance office plants include succulents, bamboo and pothos.

4. A desk pillow

Perfect for those long days stuck at a desk or mornings when your back’s killing you, nobody’s going to say “no” to a lumbar support pillow.

5. A notebook or bullet journal

We’re all guilty of spending most of our days staring at a screen, and salespeople are no exception. To give your special salesperson a break and a chance to organize their thoughts, why not gift them a bullet journal? Who knows: maybe their sales notes will result in a brilliant pitch.

Some gifts are worth giving again and again. These subscription-based services are awesome gifts for an individual salesperson or to share office-wide if your team works onsite.

6. Snack boxes

People need to be properly fueled to be productive and at the top of their game. Subscription services such as SnackNation provide offices with customizable snack boxes, emphasizing healthy fare that’s good for the mind and body. If you’re looking to keep your hardworking sales reps fed with snacks that they’ll love, look no further.

7. Coffee boxes

For the salespeople you know who are always reaching for another cup of coffee, a coffee subscription box might be just the thing. Companies like Crema actually allow teams to rate individual coffees and customize their boxes via their Slack integration. Welcome to the future!

8. Audible

An Audible subscription is an awesome investment to give to professionals regardless of their backgrounds.

In addition to a plethora of fiction, Audible has a variety of business audiobooks to go towards salespeople’s ongoing learning and development — great for commutes or work breaks. If you’re hunting for recommendations, make sure to check out our list of the best sales management books available today.

9. A gym membership

When you’re cooped up in an office all day, having an outlet for your pent-up energy is an absolute must.

Many companies gift gym memberships as an investment in their employees' well-being: even if your recipient isn’t much of an athlete, a gifted gym membership might be their catalyst for a healthier lifestyle.

Traveling salespeople could always use a little extra something to keep themselves from stressing out while they’re on the go. Even if you don’t require any of your sales team to travel, here are some practical gifts that any professional would be happy to have during their trips off-the-clock.

10. An extra carry-on

You can never have too many overnight bags or carry-on luggage to choose from. These are great gifts for salespeople who you might be sending out “into the wild” for the first time.

11. Travel kits

There’s a lot that can go wrong when you travel: getting through security ideally shouldn’t be part of the mix. Travel kits including TSA-friendly toiletry tubes are yet another gift that frequent fliers will appreciate.

12. Luggage cubes

Especially useful for longer trips, luggage compression cubes are practical for anyone who’s traveling often.

13. A portable charger

A key tool for a traveling salesperson to keep in their carry-on, a portable phone or tablet charger helps them stay in communication during a long layover or if they have to go for hours without access to an outlet.

14. A travel pillow

For anyone taking frequent international or red-eye flights, a comfy neck pillow helps guarantee that you actually catch some Zs.

Want to make a big impression for the holidays? Say “thanks” for killing a sales quota? Did someone score a promotion? These big-ticket gifts are perfect to give office-wide or as an individual reward.

15. The latest gadget

From smartwatches to tablets and beyond, hooking your tech-savvy salespeople up with the latest gadget can make them feel like a kid on Christmas Day.

16. Sporting tickets

Whether professional or amateur, there are likely some sports fans in your midst who’d be thrilled to receive a pair of game-day tickets. Sporting events can also double as a bonding experience for your sales team if they don’t get to interact much outside the office.

17. A new office chair

A worthwhile investment for your entire team, ergonomic office chairs are night-and-day in terms of comfort and style for workers who’ve been stuck in a boring budget chair.

18. A standing desk

The benefits of standing desks are well-documented and a brilliant way to accommodate salespeople who want to be more active. Adjustable desks can give you the best of both worlds and transform your office environment.

19. Company getaways

Lastly, consider the ultimate gift of a (probably much-needed) vacation for the members of your sales team. Whether it’s a getaway on their own time or a company retreat, there’s perhaps no better way to show your appreciation.

Gift-giving doesn’t have to be expensive. You might be surprised at how much a small gesture means to your sales team. Any form of workplace recognition is a net positive for organizations, including the following freebies.

20. A “recharge” day

Give your star employees a surprise paid day off. At Copper, the entire team enjoys quarterly "unplugged" days encouraging employees to spend time offline doing something they enjoy. This could be a special treat for hard-working salespeople.

21. A work-from-anywhere day

A change in environment is good for your sales team. The opportunity to get out of their home or corporate office can help your team members recharge and reset without having to sacrifice productivity.

For example, you could send team members to a co-working space or coffee shop on a Friday as a change of pace (this works for remote employees too). It could even become a regular ritual for your salespeople to look forward to.

22. Social shoutouts

A little bit of recognition can go a long way. Maybe the traditional “employee of the month” style programs aren't as effective these days, but social shoutouts can be an appreciated gift to your sales team that won’t stir up any needless sense of competition.

Either individually or company-wide, showing off your team via social only takes a few seconds but could make somebody’s day.

23. A simple “thank you” card

Okay, this one isn’t technically free but it won't cost you much.

Even if your sales team knows that they’re meeting quotas, don’t neglect the importance of telling them outright that they’re doing a good job. Make a point to personalize your cards to let your workers know that you know their specific strengths and what they bring to your company, which is exactly what Blackhawk Network did in the cards below.

It’s never a bad time to give gifts to salespeople and show your appreciation.

If someone’s been crazy busy or just needs a reminder of how much they’re valued at work, a thoughtful gift can do the trick.

Hopefully, this list gave you some gift-giving ideas for the salespeople in your life. Don't wait until the holidays — any day is the perfect occasion to say thank you.