The CHRO Gift Guide
Behind every AI transformation and “people-first” initiative is a CHRO quietly carrying the emotional weight of an organization. This season, we honor them.
The stewards of belonging, conscience, and change, These gifts that refill their tank, not just their calendar.
🃏 Where Should We Begin?—At Work by Esther Perel
A card deck that transforms awkward conversations into meaningful ones. The simplest tool for restoring connection in the age of burnout.
👕 Some of My Best Friends Are People Sweatshirt by
Fractional Insights
Soft armor for the ones who lead with empathy.
A wink to everyone who knows “soft skills” are the hardest ones to sustain.
🪶 Because belonging should feel as good as it looks.
📔 A Personal Wellness or Productivity Journal
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Ten minutes of stillness between crises. No KPIs. No OKRs. Just time for yourself.
🪶 Because you can’t pour empathy from an empty cup.
☕️ Coffee for Courage Subscription +
“Powered By Caffeine and Curiosity” Mug
Sustainably sourced, ethically traded, and brewed for those 7:30 a.m. “urgent all-hands.”
🪶 Because people strategy is a full-contact sport.
🕯️ The Care Package for the Chief People Officer
A simple box filled with comfort — a handwritten note, favorite tea, socks, and gratitude.
🪶 Because the best gift isn’t another leadership tool — it’s being cared for in return.
📚 The Creative Act by Rick Rubin
Rubin’s manifesto reminds leaders that creativity — not compliance — is what builds cultures that last.
🪶 Because metrics don’t move people. Meaning does.