The holidays are the perfect time to give the recruiting pros in your life a memorable token of appreciation. After all, ’tis the season to thank them for a job well done — and for all those great hires throughout the year.
As you know, recruiters jump through hoops to gift you with the talent it takes to make your company tick, so they deserve a rewarding gift too.
Don’t yet have anything particular in mind? No worries. We’ve got you covered with thoughtful gifts for every type of recruiter (and every budget). Here are six fun, festive special somethings that show just how much you treasure your favorite recruiter’s hard work and dedication.
1. Heated slippers for recruiters hot on the trail of a must-get hire
These cushy rechargeable heated slippers will keep intrepid recruiters from getting cold feet on the hunt for an elusive candidate, whether working from home or on the road.
Recruiters can slip them on, rest, recharge, and warm their weary toes after a long day of pursuing talent. Bonus: They’re lightweight and easy to travel with.
2. Coffee mug with attitude for caffeinating on the fly
Whether powering through a deep dive of candidate profiles, crafting just the right interview questions, or writing job descriptions that hit the skills-required bull’s-eye, successful recruiters do it all — and then some. They have the multitasking juggling act down, though sustaining it sometimes requires caffeine (or, at the very least, frequent hydration).
This sturdy, sassy coffee mug makes staying fueled fun throughout a busy workday. Happy sipping (and good luck finding more diamonds in the rough).
3. Stretch assignments — for your health
Who doesn’t need to relax, reset, and stretch between marathon interview sessions — or any other long slog sitting at a desk, sometimes for hours on end? Enter this pocket-size book Office Yoga, coming to the rescue with quick and easy yoga poses (that won’t attract a lot of attention in the office — maybe).
All 50 illustrated stretches can be done in a chair, in the breakroom, or, yes, in a meeting (if you dare). Not only will hard-working recruiters mentally decompress a bit during breaks with these cool cards in reach, they’ll also do their bodies good, relieving tension and avoiding neck and back pain.
Aaaaaah.
4. A pretty candle to shine a light on talent
Recruiters specialize in shining the spotlight on stellar talent. So, why not melt their hearts with a sweet, symbolic handmade candle that brightens their day?
Show them that they really do “kick ass” at filling open positions and making hiring dreams come true. Strike a match — and likely an interesting conversation too — by gifting them with a burning reminder that they really do double as superheroes.
5. A notebook for jotting down meeting highlights, with a side of snark
Meetings are a big part of recruiting, and many meetings — like intake sessions with hiring managers — are essential. But certainly not all. There are those that, let’s face it, could’ve been handled in an email instead.
But with this snarky little notebook in hand, recruiters can stay engaged (and maybe even a tad entertained) during any meeting by writing key takeaways or maybe doodling to their heart’s content.
Tic-tac-toe, anyone?
6. Must-have hoodie for comfort and occasional seclusion
Nothing says “Thank you for getting the job done no matter what” like showing recruiters you understand how they feel when grinding away in the trenches — not just on good days, but on bad ones too.
This soft, stretchy cotton hoodie does the trick, with a side of relatable attitude. Not only will this tell-it-like-it-is cover-up keep your favorite recruiter warm and cozy, it can also shield them in a protective hooded bubble when “everything is on fire.”
You really can’t go wrong with any of these thoughtful gifts. No matter which one you choose, it will help express your gratitude for your favorite recruiter’s tireless hard work and dedication. Season’s greetings and happy shopping!
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