This festive season, there’s no need to stress if you’re struggling to think of ideas for what to get your entrepreneurial friend or family member - I’ve got your Christmas gifts for business owners sorted! This blog post is a gift guide for every type of business owner, so read on to find the perfect present to give to them this Christmas time.
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As the festive season approaches, you might want to check in on your loved one who is a business owner. It’s no understatement to say that this time of year can be… a lot! With the Christmas rush in full swing, it’s a good time to maybe even give them a little festive pick-me-up. That’s why I’ve come up with the ultimate gift guide for business owners, with recommendations for every type of entrepreneur! Hopefully you find something they will love on this list, or it inspires some ideas of your own. Let’s get into it, shall we?
The perfect gift for… the business owner who deserves a break
As I said, this time of year can be full-on for many business owners. Yes, it is our busiest time of year, which we are so grateful for, but once we finally shut our laptop or lock up on Christmas Eve, we just want to rest. Trust me when I say that your business owner friend or family member would HUGELY appreciate a gift like an at-home spa voucher - whether that be for a mini pamper, or a full-body massage. Urban offer gift vouchers and have professionals up and down the country who bring relaxation to your door, so it makes the perfect gift for a stress-out business owner this Christmas! (Dropping hints to my husband on this one!)
The perfect gift for… the social media-savvy business owner
I am asked sooooo often by business owners what products I would recommend to get started on social media. I am truly such a big believer that all you need is your phone, but if I were to recommend one thing that is INCREDIBLY helpful (especially if you’re doing it all by yourself) it’s a handy little tripod. I’ve linked to the exact one I use because it is tried and tested, fits in your bag on the go but is sturdy enough and is just brilliant for when you want to film some B-roll clips. It also films overhead as well as on your desk or standing up. If you have a business owner friend or family member who has been talking about wanting to up their social media game in 2026, this is a great little gift to help them on their way!
The perfect gift for… the business owner who is fuelled by caffeine
There’s a well-known idiom phrase amongst business owners that goes something along the lines of ‘I didn’t want to work a 9-5 so now I work a 24-7’. Haha! It’s true - a lot of us are always on the go in a way that we perhaps didn’t expect to be when starting out. Enter our best friend coffee, the thing that gets us through those days where the emails feel endless and you’re not sure which way is up. A coffee subscription, like this one from Grind, would make the perfect gift for a business owner (although do check that they like coffee first!) I treated myself to the Grind advent calendar this year and can confirm it is delicious!
The perfect gift for… the aspiring entrepreneur
For any loved ones who have expressed an interest in starting a business, helping them on their way makes a lovely gift. Who knows, maybe 2026 will be their year? What’s your dream? By Simon Squibb is a hugely inspiring book that I featured in my round-up of the best business books to read this year (or any year, really!). If they aren’t sure where to start or just need a little boost, this book, or any of the others on that list, are a great jumping off point to get the ideas flowing.
The perfect gift for… the uber-organised business owner
It’s no secret that life as a business owner can be hectic; it can often take serious levels of organisation to keep track of everything. It is hard enough for solo-preneurs - add in team members and managing other people, that’s a whole different ball game! Something I find super helpful with balancing everything (business life and personal life) is just making sure I have somewhere to write it all down. I love my Life Planner for this as it has space for everything and I can refill and re-use it year on year. You can have them personalised too, so it makes a wonderful gift at Christmas!
The perfect gift for… the business owner who is about to launch
Do you have a friend who is all ready to go with their business and are just waiting for the new year to click ‘launch’? That can be such a scary time, the fear of the unknown is real but the excitement is there too. Next on my Christmas Gifts for Business Owners list is this lovely print from Oh Squirrel is exactly the advice I would give to a new business owner on the cusp of launching who was having any doubts whatsoever. What if it all goes right? The possibilities are endless, you just need the courage to do it!
The perfect gift for… the business owner who wants to make 2026 their year
Sometimes as a business owner, our business becomes everything. It might seem weird to people outside, but we live and breathe our businesses - it’s the only way to do it! Having that recognised and just receiving something that says ‘I see you and you’re doing an amazing job’ means the world. We don’t have bosses to tell us what we’re doing well, we only have ourselves - and we can be our own worst critic! This lovely candle would make a great gift for a business owner to give them a little boost of motivation as we head into the new year.
The perfect gift for… the always-learning business owner
People will often go into business because there’s something they love doing - whether that is making and creating, helping people with a specific problem, or providing a specific service. What they don’t realise is that being a business owner doesn’t just mean doing that thing - you also become the accountant, the social media manager, the HR specialist, the customer service team… I could go on forever! What I’m trying to say is, when you run a business you are always learning something. And that’s a great thing! You might not know, but you can now buy my Instagram course The Secrets to Instagram Growth as a gift! The perfect thing if you know someone that wants to get serious about growing on the gram in 2026.
OR The Do Book Co. have titles on everything, from starting to scaling, recruiting and negotiating. They offer gift vouchers so your recipient can choose the books that are right for them right now, but I think this makes the perfect gift for any entrepreneur!
The perfect gift for… the business owner who is never away from their desk
My desk is my happy place - my home office has become my quiet place away from the hustle and bustle where I can really get my head down and get in ‘the zone’. It’s important to me that it’s a place that looks good and feels calming and productive! If you have a loved one running their own business who feels the same way, I’d really recommend a desk pad. It’s perfect for just jotting down ideas, planning down your week and setting goals. I couldn’t be without mine!
Another desk essential I swear by is a plant! Having one near where you work cleans the air, reduces stress and makes you more creative. No, really. I’ve got a few from Beards & Daisies that they claim to be "unkillable" and has someone that has killed every plant I’ve ever owned, this is genuinely true! This Snake Plant is on a shelf near me and it makes a great gift - with a pot included!
And if you want more desk ideas, I've collated my favourite desk picks here.
The perfect gift for… the always-on-the-go business owner
Finally, for the business owner that is always on the go (and never at their desk, in contrast to the last gift recommendation) my number one gift would be a travel mug. No matter their drink of choice (whether it’s the coffee subscription above, a herbal tea or a hot choc) these are perfect for making sure that they can have their comfort drink no matter where their business is taking them that day. The perfect present, in my opinion! And of course, I have linked the pink one - but other colours are available, too.
And that's it! I hope this has inspired you with lots of ideas for Christmas Gifts for Business Owners! What are you asking for this year? Come let me know in the comments below!
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