There is very little along the career path that you have accomplished 100% by yourself. Although it often seems that you are alone in the tough decisions, many people have taken an interest in you and inspired you or gave you valuable perspective.
What can you buy a boss that has everything? Think about the stuff they would splurge on; their hobbies and indulgences.
I just realized that I don't know my mentors as well as I should. Any ideas?
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The tiniest gift will say more than you can imagine. These days, so many people have forgone the old fashioned, hand-written thank-you note in lieu of nothing or a quick text or email message. A thoughful card with your words of thanks will mean more to someone than an expensive gift - especially if you are unsure of what they really want or need.
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Yes, it is nice to recognize the boss, but as managers, we need to recognize our employees first. Spend the $$ saying thank you to them. Movie tickets, pizza party, bbq at your house, company logo items all make nice gestures that they will appreciate. No need to spend a lot of $$. Then go buy the boss a cocktail - good opportunity for some networking :-)
Has any new ideas come up? I'm getting desparate to be timely after a recent promotion.
is wine cool?
should i mail it?
any good techie gadgets that are great to receive?
everythings just seems so personal.
In all my years as a manager, I have only received a thank-you gift a few times, and even if the gift is small, it means a great deal. Don't get hung up on the what - just the thought is cool.
And yes - wine is good (and you can mail it if you have to, but better put in a fun gift bag and presented personally). Gadgets like pocket knives, multi-tools, mini screwdriver sets, etc. We can always put extras of those in the car, office, kitchen, etc. The other day one of our hardware guys had a mini high-powered LED flashlight that a bunch of the guys seemed fascinated by - would that be an idea? What about a fancy laser pointer/pen combo.
Some other thoughts that are sure winners:
Starbucks gift card
Restaurant gift card
Food/fruit gift basket
people love gadgets! http://www.fishboy.com/BCB_Mini_Work_Tool_p/tool_bcb_survival.htm
From US government ethics websites, the following lists might help you.
Gifts to US govt employees from outside sources :
Exceptions:
• Value of gift is $20 or less; cannot exceed $50 in one year
• Gift is based solely on a family relationship or personal friendship
• Gift is based on an outside business or employment relationship
• Gift is in connection with certain political activities
Not considered gifts:
• Modest refreshments
• Greeting cards
• Plaques
• Other items of intrinsic value
• Rewards and prizes open to the general public
• Pension benefits from a former employer
http://smallbusiness.yahoo.com/r-article-a-2106-m-4-sc-23-dos_and_donts_of_employee_gift_giving-i
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