Perfect Onboarding Gifts: Make First Days Memorable

SAME DAY DISPATCH

Remember your first day at a new job? That mix of excitement and nerves, trying to remember everyone's names, and (most importantly) figuring out where the coffee machine is? Now, we want you to imagine that instead of a bare desk, there was a personalised TreatBox waiting for you, complete with confetti and colourful treats. That would feel nice, wouldn’t it? Nothing like a little serotonin to help you feel less nervous! Because as far as team TreatBox is concerned, nothing says "we're so glad you're here" quite like a perfectly curated welcome package.

Why Onboarding Gifts Matter More Than Ever

Traditional office setups are bowing out to make way for hybrid working and virtual onboarding. This shakeup means making new team members feel connected from day one isn't just a ‘nice thing to do'; it's essential! Whether they're starting at the office desk or their kitchen table, a thoughtful welcome gift can turn those first-day jitters into a first-day LinkedIn rave.

But if your C-Suite needs a little more convincing, here are a couple of stats that should do the trick:

7 in 10 employees are more likely to stay 3+ years after a positive onboarding experience - Gallup
Employees with a better onboarding experience are 2.6x more likely to feel satisfied at work. - SHRM
A strong onboarding process improves revenue 2.5x and profit by 1.5x - Karolinska Institute

“SIMPLY PUT, TO GET EXCEPTIONAL EMPLOYEE OUTCOMES, YOU NEED EXCEPTIONAL ONBOARDING.” - GALLUP

Creating the Perfect Welcome Package

Want to make your new starters feel like they've just won the workplace lottery? Let’s get into it:

The Essentials: Making Work Life Easier

First things first – help them hit the ground running (in style):

- A handy notebook for all those training notes (because nobody wants to write their brilliant ideas on scrap paper!)

- Pens that make meeting notes feel fancy

- A desk pad for keeping those first weeks organised

- A caffeinated treat to stay focused through all those intro meetings

The Comfort Creators: Office-to-Home Heroes

Whether they're in the office or working remotely, these picks make any workspace feel more like home:

- A cosy mug for their morning motivation

- Tasty treats to power through afternoon slumps

- A scented candle to create the perfect ambience for peak productivity

- Desk-friendly plants or succulents for a little O2 boost

The Team Spirit Builders: Welcome to the Gang!

Show them they're already part of the team with:

- Company-branded goodies (get in touch with our corporate team for this one)

- Local treats from your office location - think the bakery round the corner

- A team photo or welcome card signed by everyone

- Fun office culture items that share your company's personality

Make It Personal

Remember, one size doesn't fit all when it comes to welcome gifts, especially now, everyone works differently, so remember to keep that in mind. Consider:

For Office-Based Teams

Create a desk-ready surprise that:

- Makes their workspace instantly feel like home

- Helps them navigate office life

- Helps them get to know teammates (we’re absolutely not using the word ‘icebreakers’ though)

For Remote Workers

Focus on gifts that:

- Create a professional setup at home

- Help them feel connected to the team

- Make virtual onboarding more engaging

For Hybrid Workers

The best of both worlds:

- Portable items that work anywhere

- Tech-friendly accessories

- Dual-purpose items for home and office

Little Extras Make a Big Difference

It's all in the details! Why not add in:

- A welcome message from the team

- A "survival guide" with fun company facts

- A list of team lunch spots (or favourite delivery places for remote workers)

TreatBox Corporate Gifting

Need to tick ‘create the perfect onboarding experience’ off your to-do list? Our corporate gift service takes the stress out of welcome gifts! We can help you:

- Create customised welcome boxes

- Add your company branding

- Include personalised messages

- Handle individual shipping to multiple locations

For More Than The First Day

Great onboarding isn't just about the first day. Our corporate team is on hand to be your gifting secret weapon. Every birthday, every milestone, every achievement, we’ll be there to make sure your team feels special (and you don’t feel so overwhelmed trying to remember it all!

- "Milestone" gifts for key moments in their first year

- Seasonal treats to keep the welcome feeling going

- Birthday TreatBoxes (this one doesn’t need an explanation)

- Regular team building treats to celebrate a job well done

A thoughtful onboarding gift does more than just welcome your newest team member, it sets the tone for their entire journey with your company. It says "we're invested in you" and "we're so excited you're here" in a way your old ring-bound employee handbook can only dream of.

Ready to wow your new starters? Check out our corporate gifting options and let's create some first-day magic! Because great teams deserve great welcomes, and we're here to help you deliver it straight to their desk!