--- title: How To Give The Best Secret Santa Present Ever description: Secret Santa is the great way to bring the Christmas spirit into your workplace without breaking the bank - or leaving anyone out! image: https://www.thriveability.co.uk/hubfs/Blog_Featured-Images/BIRTHDAY-PRESENTS-GIFTS-1.jpg --- [![Thrive Logo](https://www.thriveability.co.uk/hubfs/thrive-logo-pink-1.svg)](https://www.thriveability.co.uk/) - [What We Do](https://www.thriveability.co.uk/what-we-do) - [About](https://www.thriveability.co.uk/about-us) - [Approach](https://www.thriveability.co.uk/approach) - [Work](https://www.thriveability.co.uk/work) - [Blog](https://www.thriveability.co.uk/blog) - [Contact](https://www.thriveability.co.uk/contact) Blog # How To Give The Best Secret Santa Present Ever November 28, 2016 3 Minute Read By Rachael Farley ## Secret Santa can be a tricky scenario - what do you get someone when you have no idea what they would like? It can be extremely frustrating picking out gifts. Could you hold your head up high after buying a silly novelty toy for your boss? If you plan ahead, you could buy the perfect Secret Santa present using just a few easy tips...    ### Take note of your co-worker's interests It's never too early to prepare for Secret Santa. So Steve mentioned he likes gardening back in April? Maybe you could get him a personalised trowel? Just make sure to listen a little closer and you could get some ideas just in time for the festive season.  ### Ask for hints before drawing names If you've just started working in a new office, you may not have a clue where to start. It may be worthwhile to get everyone to write some ideas next to their name. Also, perhaps try using a site like [Elftser](https://www.elfster.com/) to orchestrate your Secret Santa. An advantage of this site is it allows users to create wish lists which can be used for gift ideas. ### ![elfster.png](https://www.thriveability.co.uk/hs-fs/hubfs/elfster.png?width=1024&name=elfster.png) Stick to the budget Usually spending around £10 on a Secret Santa present is about right. Don't go majorly overboard and risk the recipient hating their present, which you have just spent good money on. Similarly, spending only £2 is just as bad and should definitely be avoided. ### Buy safe presents You can't really go wrong with chocolates or a bottle of wine. Alternatively, gift cards for shops they love is a good way of getting something they will actually use. There is no reason to feel bewildered about this year's Secret Santa - remember, it's the thought that counts! **To discuss how we can support your business, get in touch with our team today, via [hello@thriveability.co.uk](mailto:hello@thriveability.co.uk) / 0845 838 7517. ** #### Share this post... [mailto:?Subject=Check%20out%20this%20post&Body=https://www.thriveability.co.uk//blog/how-to-give-the-best-secret-santa-present-ever](mailto:?Subject=Check%20out%20this%20post&Body=https://www.thriveability.co.uk//blog/how-to-give-the-best-secret-santa-present-ever) Ready to talk? ## Whether you need a new website, a branding refresh, or a marketing strategy, the first step is a conversation. We'll give you an honest view of where you are and what's worth doing next. ## You may also like to read... July 20, 2020 #### [How to Take Professional Website Photography With Your iPhone](https://www.thriveability.co.uk/blog/how-to-take-professional-website-photography-with-your-iphone) Website photography can be a make-or-break element of your website’s tone and style, ensuring your company appears professional, relatable,... June 1, 2015 #### [Cover Photos: A Simple Definition](https://www.thriveability.co.uk/blog/cover-photos-a-simple-definition) In the beginning it was only Facebook, later Twitter joined in, followed by LinkedIn... Any clues for what I am talking about? Yes, it is... January 21, 2019 #### [3 Cringeworthy Stock Photography Traps to Avoid](https://www.thriveability.co.uk/blog/5-cringeworthy-stock-photo-traps-to-avoid) As marketers, we've been there - you're on deadline and need to find a photo to lead your blog post or online news article. ![hubspot-logo-white](https://www.thriveability.co.uk/hubfs/2021%20Assets/Partner%20Logos/hubspot-logo-white.svg "hubspot-logo-white") ![google-partner-logo-white](https://www.thriveability.co.uk/hubfs/2021%20Assets/Partner%20Logos/google-partner-logo-white.svg "google-partner-logo-white") Copyright © Thrive Marketing Limited 2026 [Linkedin](https://www.linkedin.com/company/thrivehq?trk=top_nav_home/) [hello@thriveability.co.uk](mailto:hello@thriveability.co.uk) [01325 778 786](tel:01325%20778%20786)