Tough Year? Employees Share Their Memorable (and Questionable) Holiday Bonuses

It’s that time of year again – when that holiday bonus is supposed to spread cheer among employees. But for some, the gifts they received might have missed the mark by a mile. From quirky to downright disappointing, here are a few tales that have been making waves this season:

Sales Team Saga

One unlucky sales team found themselves unwrapping a book on how to sell better. Helpful or hinting?

Starbucks Surprise

A $10 Starbucks card landed in the hands of another team. At least there's no shortage of caffeine boosts!

Cheesecake Conundrum

Imagine working at the Cheesecake Factory and getting... a cheesecake. From Costco. Is that irony or just a sweet deal?

Party Foul

Then there’s the mandatory work party that employees had to pay to attend. Ho-ho-ho, or no-no-no?

DoorDash Dash

A $30 DoorDash voucher offered another twist. Dinner’s on the boss – sort of.

Jelly of the Month Club

Lastly, someone received a subscription to a “Jelly of the Month” club. Did someone misplace the fruitcake?

And to top it off, there’s the tale of the company that gave its employees the gift of... nothing. Management’s reasoning? “Not everyone celebrates Christmas, so it wouldn’t be fair.” Bah humbug indeed!

While these stories might make you chuckle (or cringe), they highlight the diverse ways companies choose to spread holiday cheer. Whether it’s a thoughtful gesture or a head-scratching moment, one thing’s for sure – ‘tis the season for surprises, both delightful and dubious.

Here’s hoping your own holiday bonus brings a smile to your face, and maybe even a little more than a book or a cheesecake!

Happy holidays!