Industry Trends: Work From Home

Let’s be real here… work from home (or hybrid, for that matter) is here to stay for a lot of businesses. For this industry trends blog post, we’ll be covering gifts for remote employees. One thing we typically recommend if you don’t want to collect people’s apparel sizes is to stick with gifts that don’t require sizing. For example, instead of a jacket, offer a custom snapback hat. This ensures everyone can fit into the item and doesn’t leave anyone offended. You know what they say about assuming. If you’re looking to bring it to the next level, don’t forget about the packaging/box everything comes in. Great packaging makes a lasting impression, and when items are presented in a flattering way, the experience feels more elevated. Let’s get into our top WFH items; these can work for onboarding a new employee, an anniversary gift, or employee appreciation.

Cutom Pens & Notebooks

There are many options for notebooks and writing instruments; instead of covering our favorites, we suggest reaching out to us with your specific needs. I know I can be very particular about the types of pens I prefer. For example, I’m a fan of wooden pencils, and when I need a pen, I prefer one made from sustainable materials that clicks at the top and has a clip.

Bluelight glasses

This is another option where we can take a few directions with the blue light glasses style. We could do a classic retro frame similar to Ray-Bans wayfarers, Clubmasters, or metal aviators or 100% recycled frames. Blue light lenses help protect your eyes from harmful blue light, reduce eye strain and prevent headaches, and help improve sleep.

Mugs, tumblers, or waterbottles

Whether you're a fan of the classic ceramic C-Handle or prefer something with a bit more flair, such as an enamel or stainless steel mug, we've got you covered. There are many different sizes, styles, colors, and brands. OR if you’re looking for name brand, we can logo Stanley, Yeti, Owala, etc.

webcam covers

Privacy is important! That’s why webcam covers make this list. They are small but get the job done, are highly cost-effective, and allow for a full-color logo.

Backpack or briefcase

Backpacks are a great gift, and we have tons of options to choose from. Check out some options on our blog post, all about some of our most popular backpack brands.

LARGEr MOUSEPAD

Comes in: X-Large (47” x 22”), Large (37” x 16”), Medium (18” x 16”) and Small (11” x 14”) and more.

Features:

  • Extended size to arrange your devices however you like

  • Smooth surface for fast & precise mouse movement

  • Anti-slip backing

  • Vibrant, full-color sublimation printing

  • Customized with your branding and art

  • Protects your work surface and your devices

 

15 oz Ceramic Tumbler Candle

The 15 oz Ceramic Tumbler Candle is the statement piece your space has been waiting for. With five color options and a smooth ceramic finish, this tumbler serves as both a candle and a long-lasting keepsake. Choose from screen printing or sand carving to create an elevated, permanent, and totally gift-worthy candle.

Once you select your candle vessel, decoration method, and fragrance (or not), the candle is poured to order. Our candles are 100% soy-based wax (no paraffin here), and our fragrances are paraben-free. After the candle has been completely burned, remove the remaining wax and continue using the container to hold items on your desk or nightstand.

Features:

  • Generous 15 oz size for an extended burn

  • 100% soy-based wax (no paraffin), and our scents are paraben-free

  • Pick from 28 scents or fragrance-free

8 OZ HAND LOTION WITH PUMP CAP

Goodbye burnout. Hello, Body Care. Our production facility starts with food-grade BPA-free recyclable PET vessels and fills them with our proprietary formulas made in Texas. These products are clean: They contain no mineral oil, no isopropyl alcohol, no parabens, no paraffins, no phthalates or sulfates, no heavy metals, and no artificial color. And of course, no animal testing. Vessels are available in glossy amber or white with your choice of matte black or glossy white caps. 28 All-natural scents.

Fragrances include:

Sweet Fruit, Bergamot + Cedar, Peach + Fig + Amber, Eucalyptus Mint, Jasmine + Lime, Palm + Sea Salt, Black Currant + Amber, Sparkling Yuzu, Champagne Bubbles, Toasted Marshmallow + Smoldering Woods + Vanilla + Amber, Sparkling Berries + Crisp Apples + Warm Spices, Balsam + Warm Cedar + Vanilla, Dark Roasted Coffee + Sweet Cream, Violets + Cedar Amber Blend, Bergamot + Oakmoss + Black Pepper, Vanilla + White Flower, Creamy Coconut Water + Musk, Vanilla + Fig, Gardenia + Orange Flower + Clove, Cedarwood + Lemon + Musk, Fir Balsam + Lily of the Valley, Black Pepper + Cedar + Leather, Cardamom + Roses, Sweet Sugar + Caramel, Vanilla + Amber, Lavender + Citrus + Sandalwood, Aged Leather + Suede, Cake Batter + Vanilla + Sugar.

 

Wireless Charging Pen Holder w/ Dual Outputs

The Wireless Charging Pen Holder with Dual Outputs is a desktop organizer that lets you charge your smartphone wirelessly and power other devices via two USB ports simultaneously.

Supports wireless charging at up to 5W for devices, including (but not limited to) …

iPhone 8/8Plus/X/XS/XS Max/XR/11/11 Pro/11 Pro Max/12/12 Pro/12 Pro Max/12 mini/13/13 Pro/13 Pro Max/13 Mini/15 * Samsung Galaxy Note5/S6/S6 Edge/S6 Edge+/S7/S7 Edge/S8/S8+/S9/S9+/Note9 * Google Nexus 5/6/7 * HTC Droid DNA 8X * LG G3/G4, Lucid 2/3 * Nokia Lumia 920/930 *.

To charge an iPhone series before iPhone 8 wirelessly, an external wireless charging receiver or receiver case is required. Works with most plastic phone cases. Dual outputs: 5V/1.5A max. Includes 39'' 3A USB-A-to-Type-C charging cable. Comes packaged in an FSC®-certified premium gift box. 

 

Skullcandy Smokin' Buds True Wireless Earbuds

The Skull Candy Smokin’ Buds (Bluetooth® (v5.2) come with touch controls, EQ modes, and a mic in each earbud. But the priority is big, clean sound and lots of it. Made of 50% Certified Recycled Plastics.

Features:

  • Up to 20 Hours of Battery Life (8 Hours in the Bud, 12 Hours in the Case)

  • Rapid Charge (10 min = 2 hrs)

  • IPX4 Sweat and Water Resistant

  • Preset EQ Modes (Music, Movie, and Podcast)

  • Premium Audio Quality

  • Activate Voice Assistant

  • Microphone in Each Earbud

  • Noise Isolating Fit

  • Use Either Bud Solo

  • Auto On/Connect

That wraps up our list of branded items aligned with the WFH model. From soothing self-care to techie gadgets that just make life easier and more comfortable. These items would make great gifts for new employees during onboarding, for employee appreciation, or for anniversaries.

Did we miss anything on our list? Let us know, and we’ll add it on our list : )

Rachel Thornton