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Did you get stuck with the new social media intern you’ve never exchanged a word with for Secret Santa? Is your father-in-law’s birthday coming up — and, as luck would have it, he runs a marketing agency? Or do you simply want to give your partner a subtle (but effective) hint about what you would actually like to receive this year?
Then worry not, because we’ve compiled a list of 50 gift ideas — from quirky to clever to downright practical — designed with marketing professionals in mind. One of them is even free! Our goal? To make your holiday shopping a little bit easier, and way more fun.
And hey, even if you’re broke this year, at least you’ll have something new to pin on that long-neglected Pinterest board.
If you’re looking for gift ideas that combine fun, practicality, and a daily dose of indulgence, this list is for you. A thoughtful gift doesn’t have to be expensive — it can be a sweet treat, a reusable mug that’s dishwasher safe, or even a stylish bottle that saves space at the office desk.
These affordable gifts are more than just snacks and gadgets: they’re ways to celebrate special moments, brighten someone’s workday, and maybe even support small businesses along the way. Whether it’s *coffee
Any person can feel like Don Draper or Joan Holloway with a fancy cocktail in their hands. Give the marketer in your life something to talk about the next time they have a drink.
Perfect for marketers constantly on the move between meetings, coworking spaces, and campaign brainstorming sessions. This bottle saves space, reduces plastic use, and keeps them hydrated through pitch after pitch.
The marketer in your life probably doesn’t have time to go home between the gym and work (who does, really?) and sometimes this means leaving our valuables in the gym locker room. With the Kangaroo Water bottle this would be no problem since you can store keys, cash and credits cards inside the water bottle!
Whether they want to keep things hot or cold, this mug will do the job.
Did you know you can send someone an electronic gift card for coffee? Surely appreciated after those long hours in front of the computer screen.
It makes brown-bagging it just a bit nicer.
Help them make the perfect cup of coffee at any time of the day (they’ll need it!).
Yes, you read that right. Cure & Simple is a startup that does just that, deliver fresh hand-made bacon to your door. What does this got to do with marketing? I have no idea, but everyone loves bacon! Unless they’re vegan, that is — in that case we’d suggest something like seeds.
Some marketers relax with a podcast — others dive into good quality writing, compelling case studies, or timeless strategy classics. If your colleague, client or friend is the kind who always has a book on their desk or in their bag, this is the section for them.
These thoughtful gift ideas are perfect for feeding curiosity, encouraging creativity, or just offering a moment of calm between deadlines. From wonderful gifts like modern creativity guides to practical page-holders and business classics, these picks bring both insight and inspiration — without the price tag of a full conference ticket.
Lunch break is often times the only time we have to catch up with our reading. But as any book lover can attest, flipping pages and eating aren’t exactly compatible activities. If you have ever found yourself in a balance act between your penne al pesto and Emma Straut’s Modern Lovers then you know what I’m talking about.
The good news is that there is a design company in Japan that came up with a solution; simply put, it is a transparent, plastic book that lays on top of your real book. It holds your pages in place and allows you to read while your hands are free to do other things.
This book is a collection of essays all about how you can be creative both at work and in your personal life.
A classic — great for learning how to deal with difficult clients and negotiations.
This book delivers on its promise.
This investigation covers a lot of unethical, yet fascinating marketing case studies of major food companies.
You know the type: colour-coded calendars, inbox zero, labelled snack drawers. These marketers thrive on structure and their desks reflect it. Whether you’re shopping for a colleague who loves lists or a friend who believes every cable deserves a proper clip, these gift ideas are all about function with flair.
From a thoughtful gesture like a smart journal to a fun gift like a staple-free stapler, this list includes practical, affordable gifts that help them stay organised, and maybe even spark some special moments of joy during busy workdays.
Marketers, as the creatives they are, are always writing down ideas so a new notebook is never unwelcome – specially one as wicked as this one!
Help your marketer reach their goals with this organised notebook.
Even with all the great stuff going on online, most people still need an actual business card — and somewhere to hold those cards.
It sounds like an oxymoron, but this is a real thing (and a cool thing — we think).
The “bujo”, as it’s called by those in the know, has really taken off lately.
Stop ties from getting wrinkled with this clever holder.
If they travel often for work reasons, these reusable bottles are handy and eco-friendly.
These are so handy for jotting down little notes.
Keep everything neat and organised with this cute 4-Port USB Power Strip.
Something any social media manager will appreciate. If they happen to already have an account, then you can go for any of these other apps.
These are small and lightweight but can still lift up an iPad, making it more comfortable to use and, why not, cooler.
This isn’t the same as the one above — this one can turn whatever you write or doodle into a digital file in an instant.
Chances are, your marketer (as everyone else) may have a smartphone that’s always running perilously low on batteries. Avoid it.
Along the same lines, a 10-foot charging cord might seem a bit dull as a gift, but we bet they’ll get some use out of it!
$50 may seem excessive for an app, but not when it saves you all the hassle of having to remember a password ever again.
These stickers let you keep track of al your stuff (keys, wallet, phone, etc.).
This is perfect if your marketer loves gadgets (though not cheap — you have been warned).
Not that this is especially related to marketing; we just think it’s cool.
Yep, a bag with a built-in charger really exists!
Dropbox is great – but the free version has limited space. Could your marketer do with an upgrade?
Help them stay up-to-date with one of these gadgets.
PhoneSoap promises to clean all that nasty stuff off your phone – which we bet your professional friend uses a lot!
Those little white earbuds are super stylish, but for getting serious work done noise-cancelling headphones are where it’s at.
Most people enjoy listening to music while they work. Why not sign them up for a few months?
Because sometimes, organising a tiny zen garden can be as relaxing as a bubble bath — forget that. Nothing beats a bubble bath! But for those moments when you can’t get out of the office, I guess the zen garden will have to do.
These are more than just a toy — they’re functional! (Sort of).
Every time the boss complains about how leads are staling, instead of smoking a cigarette, they can go to their special corner and release stress by hugging this humongous heart plush.
Or have them play with pens — organising pens have never looked this cute.
Sure, digital is great, but these minimalistic clocks with a heartfelt message are pretty nice as well.
A beautifully green addition to any desk.
For those marketers that are in touch with their inner child.
Because everybody loves blowing off a little work-related steam every now and again.
Yes, please! Who doesn’t love a good session of bubble wrap popping?
This Kickstarter project has already raised $4 million (and counting), so we bet you know someone who would like one.
Don’t give me that look. It’s just cream! Keep your marketer’s hands moisturised with this cleverly named product. Even if they don’t need the cream, at least the naming will make them smile.
If you don’t know what to buy your marketer, get him/her a gift card of their favourite store. iTunes and Amazon are popular choices.
This time of the year can be tough on some people. We remember everything we set out to accomplish and weren’t able to; often times, we also think of those who are gone. Needless to say, a hug is not out of order. John Lennon said it best in his holiday single “Happy Christmas”.
So this is Christmas
And what have you done
Another year over
And a new one just begun
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