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Gifts for Male Employees

Tory Stearns
· · Updated Jan 16, 2026 · 2 min read
Gift giving in the workplace or participating in a Secret Santa gift exchange can be a fun way to spread holiday cheer when a few parameters are put in place. Companies usually provide guidelines such as a predetermined spending amount up to $20 or a list of suggestions to help employees choose an appropriate gift. Gender should also be taken into consideration when selecting a gift for a co-worker or boss.

 

Gifts for Male Employees

 

Coffee Mug

Men in the workplace are generally coffee drinkers. Go for the practical gift by getting him a coffee mug he can use in the office every day. Mugs can be found in stainless steel for a sleek, professional look or in a variety of designs that range from specific logos and themes to colorful artwork.

For a thoughtful touch, you can personalize it with the person's name. Mugs are available to buy online or in stores like Starbucks and often cost between $10 and $20.

 

Gift Card

Gift cards to restaurants, movie theaters or an electronics store like Future Shop will appeal to a male employee because he can choose what to spend it on and chances are he's already a frequent patron. Gift cards to specialty stores like a golf shop are considerate if the co-worker has a hobby he has shared with the office.

Amounts can easily be tailored according to your budget or company price limit and are often purchased in increments of $10 or $20. For male employees who are open advocates of a charity, you can substitute a gift card for a donation to their favorite charitable organization.

 

Gift Basket

Gift baskets may be chosen from a wide selection of ideas and can be customized to fit a co-worker's particular tastes. For wine drinkers, look for one with a classic red wine or chardonnay and pair up with gourmet crackers and cheeses. Other quality gift baskets will include a decadent selection of chocolates, cookies and other sweets.

If you wish, you can also create your own gift basket rather than pre-ordering it from a store. Before assembling any goodies though, it's a good idea to discreetly inquire about any known allergies he may have. While gift baskets tend to cost between $20 and $50 or even higher, they are an ideal gift especially if he's a family man.

 

Gifts for Male Employees

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Tory has been writing for over 10 years and has built a strong following of readers who enjoy his unique perspective and engaging writing style. When he's not busy crafting blog posts, Tory enjoys spending time with his friends and family, traveling, and trying out new hobbies.

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