Hello there!
It is the season of giving and there are some amazing products on the market for everyone. Today I want to focus on my top 11 useful gift ideas for the entrepreneurs and small business owners in your life. These gifts are also ideal for loved ones who want to start a business or who are in the corporate world. Most of these picks are geared towards woman but men can enjoy them as well!
Now let’s jump right on into this list.
1. “In the company of women” book
In the Company of Women: Inspiration and Advice from over 100 Makers, Artists, and Entrepreneurs by Grace Booney.
The entrepreneurial life, whether it be full time or on the side, is rough! Inspiration and advice is often welcomed and appreciated! So why not share a book of other phenomenal women doing what they are doing to give them a little motivation to flip through every now and again.
2. “Bad girls throughout history” book
What is more fun that a book of amazing women from history! Read it for motivation, share with the younger generation of female leaders, and even share with the boys and men in your life!
3. Square contactless and chip reader
This square contactless and chip reader is a gem for entrepreneurs. Similar to the classic square card reader, you can take payments from anywhere anytime. It accepts cards with chips, apple pay, android pay, and other common forms of payment. If you are vending or happen to meet a customer on the subway, you can collect payment with ease! It also connects wirelessly to your mobile device.
4. Wedge Pillow
If your entrepreneur friend is like me, she or he may get a good amount of work done while sitting up in bed. And boy oh boy can it be hard on your back! (I would know, I am currently leaning on a not-so-soft pillow against the headboard as I type this) So why not gift the gift of comfort! They can get more work done for longer when they feel supported.
5. One line a day journal
How awesome does it sound to revisit thoughts and memories in this 5-year journal and memory book! As an entrepreneur (or anyone really), it is important to reflect back on the moments of growth and small wins. Sometimes we may not notice the progress we are making so revisiting old passages within the last 5 years can really help highlight your accomplishments.
6. Personalized business card holders
If your friend has business cards, they know how annoying it can be to whip one out of a bag and find the edges a bit bent or frayed. Help them keep those precious cards clean with sharp corners. And it just looks cool to whip out something personalized.
7. Bose Noise cancelling headphones
Wether your favorite entrepreneur does work from a noisy coffee shop, a crowded shared office space or a home with a large family, noise cancelling headphones are always a good idea. It will help block the unwanted sounds and keep you focused.
If Bose isn’t your brand of choice, there are many others, like this one from Sony.
8. “Triple Threat” necklace from CoCo Made With Love
Okay this one is a shameless plug! This necklace is from my very own brand. So that is how I know it’s a good one! This necklace is a 18K gold filled chain with 3 crystal pendants.
AMETHYST is a calming and meditative stone known to bring wealth and evoke a strong sense of business. CITRINE promotes motivation, activates creativity and entourages self-expression. CLEAR QUARTZ is the most powerful of the healing stones. This “master healer” amplifies the effects of other crystals and energies. These 3 worn together is perfect for the creative and business oriented person to manifest their wildest dreams!
9. OrgaNice hourglasses (30 and 5mins)
This one is a productivity gift that does not involve and app or electronic! Let’s take it old school.
Do you remember the rule of 30mins work and 5mins play? I find that it really does help to work without distractions for at least 30mins straight then stop for short, much needed mental breaks. But I find when I look at my phone at the time, I end up in other apps I have no business checking. So this unconnected timekeeper is perfect at eliminating distractions!
10. Startup Business Coaching from Creative Woman Build
I think it is important to throw in service based gifting options as well! Some of the entrepreneurs in our life are just starting out and need some guidance in building their brands. That is where my girl Jasmine of Creative Women Build steps in. I have attended most of her events and have seen the many business owners she has helped through her services. A coaching service is an amazing gift and investment in your favorite small business owner.
Email: connect@creativewomenbuild.com
11. LiveScribe smartpen
I love the idea of this final item on the list *hint hint*! It’s a smartpen! So basically whatever you write will be automatically transcribed onto the computer which saves you time in typing up your notes yourself. And it also records audio notes to your computer! Imagine, you never have to miss a word during a meeting or conference again.
That is all for my short list! I hope find one or more of these items perfect for the business owners in your life. I know I would personally be excited to get one (or all) of these myself! If you have any other amazing entrepreneurial gift ideas, leave them in the comments below! I would love to check out more.
Also, don’t forget to save this to your Pinterest to refer back to later and in the upcoming years.
Until next time!
With love,
CoCo