So it's that time of the year again and I'm struggling to come up with my Christmas shopping list, especially for my boss and supervisors.
Do you guys buy your bosses presents and what budget would you stick to? Maybe a percentage of your daily wage wise ..
I have a good boss but we're not that close and an entry level position so average pay..
what would you consider getting them?
Edit:looks like I'm going with cake for the office! Thanks guys! :)
lol sounds like an unwinnable game… I wouldn't be playing it. + what Spackbace said
What about running a Kris Kringle in your office instead?
Chocolate, wine, Xmas cake / pudding or other gourmet foods are usually pretty safe, I wouldn't personally spend more than $30
Unfortunately, not many are interested in KK.
An Uber account with $10 credit?
A bic pen.
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Historically I never got stuff for my bosses as I was just starting out and I had a lot of shit bosses! But in more recent years my bosses have been amazing and had incredibly positive impacts on my career. They've become mentors to me rather than just bosses. I've typically given for a bottle of Moët or Veuve (purchased form Costco or Dan Murphys!) because that seems to always go down well in the silly season, along with a thoughtful card.
But there is no way I would do that for an average boss or if I was on average pay.
I don't know, how much is a lump of coal?
How about a potato with dirt on it, a lump of cole or this…http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-pYs26zHIQm0/TvSCwhYPbpI/AAAAAAAAAmw/Ok_qG9hdbR8/s1600/photo.jpg
You could also buy them a goat or other animal from world vision….I think it then becomes a tax deduction (can anyone confirm) and it looks like you are trying to do right by the world.
Why dont you get chocolates and a thoughtful card?
Are you sure this would fit in the culture at your work place?
I have never worked at a place where this was expected, and I could imagine co-workers might look askance if you started buying the bosses gifts and they had not.
I get on very well with my boss, to the point we are more friends, but I don't get him anything more than a firm handshake and warm wishes. If I wanted to show him some extra gratitude I would probably make a cake/cookies and bring the to share with my colleagues.
I actually haven't thought about that, it's a good point! I guess I want to show my appreciation at the same time as well because I was fortunate enough to find the ideal workplace with great people as my first job.
Then become the person who brings in a cake every now and again. You will be very popular!
Agree with this suggestion!
You say you're not that close with your boss, so consider someone in your private life of similar 'closeness'. Cousin, relative, school/uni acquaintance, etc. Would you get them a Christmas present?
If you want to show your appreciation for the job as opposed to the boss, bring in a cake or similar for morning tea for everyone. Everyone loves the cake person!
If you really want to get your boss something, I suggest something small like a little chocolate (eg lindt ball).
@therog1:
I'm the shy guy, so whenever my wife or daughter provided cake for my office, I'd eat it myself.
But one day recently I finally offered around the cupcakes, and it's true - people don't bite when you come bearing gifts.
As for giving your boss an xmas present, I still stick with don't do it, but if it's a strange workplace where that is done, just have a little something to spring out only in case of emergency. (And have it yourself if no-one else gives gifts.)
I don't think you want to be that one who gives presents to the boss.
I am a boss and have been for many years.
The best present I ever received was a note from one of my staff saying how much he enjoyed working for me and how my support and encouragement had inspired him to seek promotion. I was absolutely blown away, mainly because we forget that our staff pay great attention to what we say and do and we can have significant influence on them, good and bad.
I accept that I am very difficult to buy for, but a decent French Champagne always goes down well. Lanson Black Label is a great option as it is reasonably priced and a great drink.
Go and get one of those professional, soft focus photos done and get it framed.
Enjoy watching the awkwardness as he/she tries to work out how to get rid of it without offending you.
Edit : spelling
a little off topic, but just recently I offered my mum something that I didn't want but thought she might like.
In hindsight, I should have known she'd given it to me.
I must be a rookie at regifting - how do you ensure you don't give it back to original giver??
It seems to me that if you truly think somebody would want it, it probably came from them. So do you give it to someone you don't think would want it, just to get rid of it (and keep the cycle going)??
gift giving sucks both ways. I hate Xmas.
Where's your Christmas spirit? Haha its a massive hassle, but I love it.
Nothing! They can get me something, they're on the bigger bucks!