You spend eight hours a day with them, five days a week — they are basically a second family at this point. However, you may not know (or like) your coworkers as much as a sibling or even cousin, so we've gone ahead and rounded up some foolproof gifts to give your water cooler buddy [1]. Oh yeah, and did we mention they're all under $10? Let the awkward office gift exchange [2] begin!
Kikkerland Head Massager
Stubborn clients, back-to-back meetings, and more. Work can be stressful, so help your coworker decompress with this Kikkerland Head Massager [4] ($5).
Chesapeake Bay Candle
This Chesapeake Bay Candle [5] ($10, originally $13) will add some color to their desk and some balance and harmony to their day.
Thirstystone Black Sheesham Wood Marble Serving Board
Is there a coworker who is always hosting dinner parties? This Thirstystone Black Sheesham Wood Marble Serving Board [6] ($10) might just get you invited to one.
Jeopardy! 2019 Daily Desk Calendar
Every office has a know-it-all, and they are sure to love this Jeopardy! 2019 Daily Desk Calendar [7] ($10, originally $15).
Emily Ley Paper Gifts Composition Notebooks
These cute Emily Ley Paper Gifts Composition Notebooks [8] ($8) will add a fun splash of color to your coworker's desk.
Outliers: The Story of Success by Malcolm Gladwell
One of the greatest thinkers of our time, Malcolm Gladwell completely reshapes how you think of success in Outliers: The Story of Success [9] ($10, originally $17).
Women's Hot Chocolate Crew Socks
Give your most festive coworker a pair of holiday socks, like these Women's Hot Chocolate Crew Socks [10] ($3, originally $8).
Wondershop Milk Chocolate Butter Toffee Almonds
Stressed? Snack. Bored? Snack. Tired? Snack. Really these Milk Chocolate Butter Toffee Almonds [11] ($10, originally $11) could not make a better gift.
Boss Lady Floral Mouse Pad
This Boss Lady Floral Mouse Pad [12] ($10) is just facts.
LC Lauren Conrad 6-Pack You Got This Sticky Notepad Set
Give your coworker something to smile about with this positively pink LC Lauren Conrad 6-Pack You Got This Sticky Notepad Set [13] ($8, originally $16).
Left Handed Super Power Writing Journal
Got a coworker who's a lefty? They'll totally love this Left Handed Super Power Writing Journal [14] ($8)
Personalized Chalkboard Ceramic Coffee Mug
If you don't exactly know what your coworker is into, let them fill it out themselves on the daily with this creative Personalized Chalkboard Ceramic Coffee Mug [15] ($10).
Daily Brain Games 2019 Daily Desk Calendar
Help your coworker wake up everyday with this fun Daily Brain Games 2019 Daily Desk Calendar [16] ($10, originally $15).
Burt's Bees Essential Kit
This Burt's Bees Essential Kit [17] ($10) is a great thing to have tucked into a desk drawer.
Coworker Pencil Set
It doesn't get said enough, but this Coworker Pencil Set [18] ($9) will remind your coworker every day in very specific (and hilarious) one-liners about why they are such a pleasure to work with!