By emma hynes
Saying goodbye to a coworker can be bittersweet, but the right gift can leave a lasting impression, celebrate shared memories and send your colleague off with a smile.
We’ll explore a variety of goodbye gift ideas to suit different personalities, budgets and work relationships, helping you find the perfect way to say “you’ll be missed.”
Have colleagues write short messages, memories or well wishes. This is a heartfelt keepsake that captures the positive impact they had at work.
Whether it's for their favorite coffee shop, bookstore or a general retailer, gift cards offer flexibility and show you paid attention to their preferences.
A framed photo of the team is a nostalgic and meaningful token that celebrates the bonds you’ve built at work.
Perfect for coworkers heading to a new job, this is a thoughtful tool to help them stay organized as they start a new chapter.
If they’re relocating or planning a trip, items like a travel pillow, luggage tags or a portable charger show you’re thinking ahead for their journey.
Sometimes, a shared moment over a sweet treat is the best send-off. A customized cake or basket of their favorite snacks is a simple, celebratory gesture.
A high-quality, engraved pen or a stylish set of office essentials makes for a classy gift, especially for coworkers moving to a new role or company.
A customized mug with their name, a funny quote or an inside joke makes a practical and sentimental gift they can use daily, and think of you when they do.
A small, wearable reminder of your time together, this type of gift adds a personal touch without being too formal.