Are you looking for a little holiday inspiration for a coworker (or yourself)? ‘Tis the time of year to express your appreciation for those on your nice list! Whether you are searching for ideas to expand knowledge and skillset, help increase productivity, or make the workday more manageable – we have something sure to bring joy to everyone on your learning roster. Let’s unwrap these perfect gift ideas for learning professionals!
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Give the Gift of Learning
1. On-Demand Webinars: Explore a variety of topics, from PowerPoint tips to the latest trends in learning and development, in our one-hour on-demand webinars. These bite-sized (and free) resources are perfect gifts for yourself or your coworkers to enjoy well into 2024 and beyond! To become an expert on staff augmentation, be sure to catch the replay of our latest webinar – Elevate Your L&D Team: The Art and Science of Working with Staffing Providers.
On-Demand Webinar
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2. Industry-Related Books: Explore the vast collections of books and e-books in ATD and Training Industry’s libraries, covering subjects such as learning theory, instructional design, talent development, and beyond!
3. Ticket to an Upcoming Learning Conference: With a higher ticket price, consider presenting a gift card that a colleague can utilize for the conference of their preference—or treat yourself to this worthwhile gift! Here’s a wonderful list of must-attend conferences. Additionally, be sure to mark your calendar for The Learning Exchange by Black in L&D, a virtual conference that highlights black professionals across various industries which we plan to proudly sponsor for the second year in a row.
4. Personal and Professional Development Books: If your New Year’s resolution is to inspire others, explore our CEO’s Amazon Best-Selling books that are both thoughtful and motivating. You can also browse some of her other favorite instructional design and eLearning books here.
5. IDOL Academy Enrollment: Empower your favorite aspiring or experienced instructional designer to confidently handle any project that comes their way with IDOL Academy. Their 24-week program gives enrollees the hands-on experience to take theory to application and become industry experts in project management, ensuring successful SME sessions, mastering the latest in content development technology, rapid prototyping, and leading effective project rollouts.
Use our affiliate links to sign up for early enrollment or join the waitlist for the next enrollment period opening January 12th, 2024. Apply code “ttc” at checkout for an exclusive discount.
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6. Professional Certification: Whether you aim to enhance your expertise in a specific area or elevate your résumé’s appeal, certifications are an excellent self-gift! Not sure where to start? Get inspired by these four certifications to help lift your leadership skills in the new year!
7. Subscription to a Learning and Development Magazine: Don’t you just love to receive something enjoyable in your inbox or mailbox, amidst the bills and junk mail? A subscription to your coworker’s favorite magazine, like Training Industry (free digital subscription), or Training Magazine, would make for great mail days throughout the year!
8. One Week of Free L&D Staffing Services: Who wouldn’t appreciate the gift of Extra Hands You Don’t Have to Hold™? Utilize our skilled Innovators on Demand™ to support and empower your learning team. It’s a gift that everyone in the office will value!
9. Free Design Downloads: Our friends at Articulate have a fantastic offering—a collection of FREE PowerPoint and Storyline downloads. The best part? They consistently update this list with new downloads. Now, that’s truly a gift that keeps on giving!
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10. Treadmill Desk Attachment: Help your friends or colleagues keep their laptop and coffee within reach as they stay active with this convenient Universal Treadmill Desk Attachment.
11. Noise-Reducing Headset: Give the gift of pro sound with a price that can’t be beat! Find our favorite headset for Zoom meetings here.
12. Phone Stand: In this modern era, our phones have become an integral part of our lives. This phone stand significantly enhances the experience of always having our phones conveniently accessible by elevating it to head level, lessening strain on the neck.
13. Laptop Stand: Maintaining good posture while working from home on the computer is crucial, and this computer stand accomplishes just that! Raising your computer to eye level alleviates strain on the body, promoting a more comfortable sitting position and preventing eye strain.
14. Ultra Smooth Pens: Is there anything more satisfying than a good pen? These pens are not only stylish in appearance but also in performance! They effortlessly glide across the paper, making the task of creating to-do lists both enjoyable and effortless. They also make great stocking stuffers!
15. Productivity Timer: Give the gift of productivity! This timer helps to laser-focus on tasks to bring them to completion. Our team has found it surprising how productive they can be in 15 or 30 minutes when staying committed to the task at hand and avoiding distractions until the buzzer goes off.
16. Moleskine Notebook: We love how soft these notebooks are, and your coworkers will too! Ideal for both office and travel, they are perfectly sized to keep on your desk or toss into a backpack.
17. Matte Black Pencils: Gift for a cause! These matte black Blackwing pencils are perfect for everything from creating art to note-taking. They never smudge and are made with the finest materials available. And the best part? A portion of all their proceeds benefit the Blackwing Foundation and its mission to keep arts and music programs in public schools.
Fuel The Innovation
18. Food Delivery: On particularly busy workdays, finding time to prepare or grab lunch can be challenging. Guarantee that you and your coworkers receive the nourishment they need without skipping a beat with DoorDash. Use our referral link to receive a $5 discount on your initial order of $25 or more.
19. Back and Neck Massager: Take a little time out of your day for self-care! This deep tissue back and neck massager attaches to any chair and is the perfect way to help someone relax and unwind after a long day in front of the computer.
20. Aromatherapy: Did you know aromatherapy has been proven to help reduce anxiety and stress? This aromatherapy diffuser includes 10 essential oils, transforming any workspace into a serene environment.
We hope these gift ideas inspire a spirit of generosity in you! Be sure to subscribe to our newsletter to stay up to date on exclusive deals and the latest trends in learning and development!
