Ithara.ae on Employee Appreciation This Christmas

The article argues that Christmas gifts matter less than whether employees feel noticed and appreciated. It says a sincere, specific thank you can make even a modest gift meaningful, while a costly gift chosen without thought may feel impersonal.

It recommends asking managers to write two personal lines for each employee, offering gifts people can exchange, and considering options under AED 250. In the UAE, it suggests giving gifts in person during the first or second week of December, before staff travel, and remembering contractors, part-timers, colleagues on maternity leave and teams in other emirates.