The holidays are here, and you want to show your team how much they mean to you. Finding the right words can be hard. You want something warm but not too fancy.
That’s why we made this list of holiday messages to employees. Each one is ready to use right now. Just pick the one that feels right for your team.
Quick & Simple Holiday Messages to Employees
These short messages work great for cards or quick text messages.
- Thank you for all your hard work this year. Have a wonderful holiday with your family.
- Your dedication makes our team special. Enjoy every moment of the holidays.
- Wishing you joy, peace, and time to rest. You’ve earned it.
- The holidays are better because of amazing people like you. Have fun celebrating.
- Thank you for being such a great part of our team. Happy holidays to you and yours.
- May your holidays be filled with laughter and love. You deserve all the happiness.
- Your hard work this year has been incredible. Enjoy your well-deserved break.
- Sending warm wishes for a holiday season full of joy. Thank you for everything.
- Hope your holidays are as wonderful as you are. Rest up and enjoy.
- Grateful for your amazing work this year. Have the best holiday ever.
Heartfelt Holiday Messages for Your Team
These holiday messages to employees show deeper appreciation.
- This year has been full of challenges, but you handled them with grace. Your strength inspires everyone around you. Have a beautiful holiday season.
- Working with you has been one of the best parts of my year. Your positive attitude makes even hard days better. Enjoy every holiday moment.
- You bring so much talent and kindness to our workplace. Our team is lucky to have you. Wishing you the happiest holidays.
- Thank you for going above and beyond every single day. Your efforts don’t go unnoticed. Have a restful and joyful holiday.
- Your creativity and hard work have made this year amazing. You should be proud of everything you’ve done. Happy holidays to you and your loved ones.
- The way you help your teammates shows what a caring person you are. Our workplace is warmer because of you. Enjoy your holiday time.
- You’ve grown so much this year, and it’s been wonderful to watch. Your dedication pays off in everything you do. Have a fantastic holiday.
- Thank you for bringing your best self to work every day. Your energy lifts everyone up. Wishing you peaceful and happy holidays.
- Your problem-solving skills have saved the day so many times. We’re grateful for your quick thinking. Enjoy your holiday break.
- You make work feel less like work and more like teamwork. That’s a special gift. Have the most wonderful holidays.
Holiday Messages for Remote Workers
Perfect for teams that work from different places.
- Even though we’re far apart, you’re close to our hearts. Your remote work has been outstanding this year. Happy holidays from all of us.
- Distance doesn’t make your contributions any less important. You’re a vital part of our team. Enjoy your holidays wherever you are.
- Thank you for staying connected and committed while working from home. Your professionalism shines through every video call. Have beautiful holidays.
- Your home office setup might be different, but your work quality is always top-notch. We appreciate everything you do. Wishing you joyful holidays.
- Being remote doesn’t mean being forgotten. You’re thought of often and appreciated always. Have the happiest holiday season.
- Your flexibility and adaptability this year have been amazing. Working from home isn’t easy, but you make it look simple. Enjoy your holidays.
- Thanks for joining every meeting with a smile, even in your pajama pants. Your good humor keeps our team together. Happy holidays.
- Your dedication to excellence travels through every email and video call. Distance can’t dim your bright work. Have wonderful holidays.
Holiday Messages for Different Celebrations
These work for Christmas, Hanukkah, Kwanzaa, and more.
- Whatever holidays you celebrate, may they be filled with love and laughter. Thank you for being such an important part of our team.
- The season of giving reminds us how much you give to our workplace every day. Wishing you joy in whatever traditions you hold dear.
- May your celebrations be bright and your new year even brighter. Your contributions make our company stronger.
- However you choose to celebrate, know that you’re appreciated all year long. Have a wonderful time with family and friends.
- The holidays mean different things to different people, but gratitude is universal. We’re grateful for you today and always.
- Your cultural background and traditions make our workplace richer. Thank you for sharing your unique perspective with us.
- Whether you’re lighting candles, decorating trees, or gathering with loved ones, enjoy every moment. You bring light to our team.
- Every tradition has meaning, and every employee has value. You matter to us more than you know. Happy holidays.
Holiday Messages for New Employees
Great for people who just joined your team.
- Your first holiday season with us won’t be your last. We’re so glad you joined our team this year. Welcome and happy holidays.
- You’ve jumped right in and made an impact already. That takes courage and skill. Enjoy your first holiday break with us.
- New team members like you make the holidays even more special. Fresh energy and ideas are the best gifts. Have wonderful holidays.
- Thank you for choosing to work with us. Your early contributions show great things ahead. Wishing you happy holidays and a bright future here.
- Being new anywhere can be challenging, but you’ve handled it beautifully. Your positive attitude is contagious. Enjoy your holiday time.
- You’ve brought new life to our team in just a short time. We can’t wait to see what next year brings. Have fantastic holidays.
Holiday Messages for Long-Time Employees
Perfect for your loyal team members.
- Your years of service mean more than you know. Through every change and challenge, you’ve been steady and strong. Have the most relaxing holidays.
- Loyalty like yours is rare and precious. Thank you for growing with our company and believing in our mission. Enjoy your well-earned holiday.
- You’ve seen this company through many holiday seasons. Your experience and wisdom guide us every day. Wishing you peaceful holidays.
- The way you mentor newer employees shows your generous heart. Your knowledge helps everyone grow. Have beautiful holidays with your family.
- Years of dedication have built the foundation we all stand on. Your commitment never goes unnoticed. Enjoy every moment of the holidays.
- You’re not just an employee – you’re part of our company’s story. Thank you for writing such great chapters. Happy holidays, dear friend.
Holiday Messages for Managers and Leaders
Show appreciation for those who lead your teams.
- Leading others isn’t easy, but you make it look natural. Your team is lucky to have such a caring manager. Have restful holidays.
- Thank you for guiding your team with patience and wisdom. Your leadership style inspires everyone around you. Enjoy your holiday break.
- The way you balance kindness with accountability is impressive. Your team respects and trusts you completely. Wishing you joyful holidays.
- Your door is always open, and your advice is always helpful. That kind of leadership is special. Have the most wonderful holidays.
- Managing people and projects takes skill, but you also bring heart to the job. Your team feels supported and valued. Happy holidays.
- You’ve helped so many people grow in their careers this year. Your investment in others pays forward forever. Enjoy your holiday time.
Fun and Light Messages
These add some holiday cheer to your workplace.
- You’ve been on the nice list all year long. Santa definitely has good things planned for you. Happy holidays and thank you for everything.
- Your work has been merrier than any holiday song. Thanks for bringing joy to everything you do. Have a holly jolly holiday.
- You sleigh me with your amazing work every day. Hope your holidays are filled with as much joy as you bring to work.
- No snow day could stop your dedication this year. You’ve weathered every storm with a smile. Wishing you the warmest holidays.
- You’re the gift that keeps on giving – great work, positive attitude, and helpful spirit. Unwrap some relaxation this holiday season.
- Your enthusiasm is more contagious than holiday music in November. Thanks for spreading cheer all year long. Have magical holidays.
- You’ve earned enough good karma to power all the holiday lights in town. Enjoy the glow of a job well done. Happy holidays.
- Like the best holiday movies, working with you never gets old. Here’s to many more seasons together. Have wonderful holidays.
Make This Holiday Season Special
The holidays are about showing gratitude and spreading joy. These messages help you do both without spending hours thinking of what to say.
Your employees work hard all year. A thoughtful holiday message shows you notice and care. That small gesture can make their whole season brighter.
Pick your favorite messages and start spreading some holiday cheer. Your team deserves to know how much they mean to you.