24 Holiday Gifts for Small Business Owners (Gift Joy & Productivity)
The holidays are a time for giving, but finding the perfect gift can be tricky—especially when shopping for the driven entrepreneur or small business owner in your life. What do you give someone who is always chasing the next goal, juggling priorities, and striving for success? Instead of opting for the usual knick-knacks, why not gift them something meaningful—something that makes their life easier, helps their business grow, or sparks their creativity?
To make your search simpler, we’ve curated a thoughtful list of 24 holiday gifts tailored to small business owners. These gifts are designed to save time, boost productivity, and inspire growth—all while showing you appreciate the hard work they put into their entrepreneurial journey.
From must-read business books to productivity boosters and game-changing tools, this list will help you find a gift that your entrepreneur friend, family member, or colleague will truly love.
1. Learning - Essential Business Books
- "Atomic Habits" by James Clear
- "The $100 Startup" by Chris Guillebeau
- "Traction" by Gino Wickman
- "Building a StoryBrand" by Donald Miller
- "Think and Grow Rich" by Napoleon Hill
2. Selling - Sales and Marketing Enhancers
- Professional ring light for product photography
- Canva Pro subscription for marketing design
- Social media scheduling tool (Hootsuite, Later)
- Portable product photography setup kit
- Video service for reels creation
- Facebook/Instagram advertising credit
3. Executing - Shipping and Operational Gifts
- Label printer
- Scale
- Ship.com subscription for efficient shipping management
- Check out the discounted list of supplies on the Ship.com Supplies Page
4. Operating - Productivity Boosters
- Starbucks gift card (because caffeine runs businesses!)
- Digital notebook
- Ergonomic desk accessories
- Claude AI for note taking and content production
- Portable external battery pack
- Wireless noise-canceling earbuds
5. Growing - Networking and Growth
- LinkedIn Premium subscription
- Online course credits for skill development
- Professional conference ticket
The right gift doesn’t just bring a smile—it can make a real difference in someone’s life. By choosing a thoughtful gift for the small business owner in your life, you’re not just celebrating their entrepreneurial spirit but also supporting their journey to success.
Whether it’s a tool that helps streamline their day-to-day operations, a book that inspires their next big idea, or a gesture that simply shows you care, your gift can spark joy and productivity this holiday season.
So, go ahead—choose a gift that helps the small business owner thrive, and watch their gratitude shine as brightly as the holiday lights. Here’s to a season filled with thoughtfulness, growth, and success. Happy Holidays from Ship.com!
