The holidays are wrapping up, but it’s not too late for you to wrap up a New Year’s gift for your job seeker friend! Remember, don’t put your job search on hold during the holidays, but be prepared to put some extra “oomph” into your or a friend’s job search in the New Year. Here are five great gifts for any job seeker: 
1. A magazine subscription to an industry publication
Being unemployed means job seekers need to work hard to stay up-to-date with industry news and trends; what better way to help them stay in the loop than with a subscription to a trade magazine? They’ll be able to catch up and stay up on the latest goings-on in their field.
2. A professional development course
This gift is also part of the “staying up-to-date” need that most job seekers have; a professional development course relevant to their field and industry will keep their skills sharp or help them learn new skills that will be marketable to a potential employer.
3. Personalized stationary
Every job seeker knows the importance of a good thank-you letter after an interview. Personalized stationary is a great gift to help any job seeker add professionalism to their follow-up letter or any other letter they might send to a potential employer (remember: Job Seekers Should Follow Up Within Two Weeks).
4. Professional services
Wondering what to get for the job seeker that seems to have it all? Try purchasing a professional service, like a resume writer or social media or career coach. Having another set of eyes on your resume, especially if it’s a professional, can help a lot — plus, with social media becoming more and more relevant to employers, job seekers need to be in-the-know about all things digital.
5. Appointment book
Let’s face it — looking for employment can be a full-time job in itself. An appointment book is a great gift for any job seeker — especially those who may need more help getting organized. Help them remember each and every interview, appointment, or application deadline they have.
What are some other good gifts for job seekers? Share with us below!
