Can you imagine a major corporation unveiling a corporate wellness program in the 1940s? Or a company offering mental health services in the 60s? I imagine if a mid-century CEO tried to discuss these topics in a board room, they would’ve call him an alien, not a visionary.  

But times are changing. From in-office gyms and company yoga classes to fully stocked smoothie bars, companies are implementing all kinds of things to gently, or not so gently, promote health and wellness in the workplace. Placing a priority on health can improve job satisfaction and employee retention. And this doesn’t stop during the holidays. This is one of many reasons we focus on wellness corporate gift boxes.  

When you purchase a health-minded gift, it shows: 

You care about your employee beyond their role at your company.  

While chocolate is delicious and gift cards can help with bills, a wellness gift box shows that you value your employee’s health. Many wellness gifts center on rest and relaxation. In the workplace, it’s go-go-go, but a gift promoting rest demonstrates to your employee that you support taking time away from their role as well. 

How a Healthy Gift Helps Grow a Healthy Culture Your company is thoughtful and intentional in their gifts. 

If your company values a healthy workplace and lifestyle, it’s important you don’t go with gifts that run counter to that value. Cookies and pies don’t really scream healthy. By giving a health-minded gift, you are showing that the thread of a healthy culture runs through decisions, both big and small.  

You give explicit permission to take time for self-care. 

A manager recently lamented to me that one of her female employees used the bonus she gave her for gifts and activities for her children. While this boss loved being able to provide the means for this mom to provide for and connect with her kids, she was disappointed. This woman was a superstar on her team, and she wanted her to take a moment to celebrate herself, but as many parents do, this mom put her kids first. When you get a wellness gift, the messaging is clearer – take a moment for you. 

How a Healthy Gift Helps Grow a Healthy Culture 

You are supportive of those setting health-minded goals. 

I am a marathoner, and often I have races right around the holidays. So, some years, it’s hard to take many cheat days during that season. I appreciate when I receive corporate gifts that help me achieve my goals rather than pull me away from them. I’ve also heard my sober or sober curious colleagues mention this when they receive a bottle of wine or alcohol. Wellness oriented gifts tend to be more inclusive.  

We acknowledge finding the right corporate gift can be difficult, but it’s important to be intentional in your gifting. It can say a lot about you as a person and a company.  

If you’re looking for gift ideas for your team that support their wellness this holiday, check out the options on our website!