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Do you need to buy your boss a gift? Are you having trouble finding a present that is appropriate, well-priced and reflects well on you? This guide will show you how to buy your boss a gift to take the stress out of gift giving.
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Introduction
Buying a gift for a co-worker can be a difficult decision, especially when that co-worker is your boss. Filled with indecision and conjecture, choosing the perfect gift for your boss can be a difficult process.This guide will show you how to buy your boss a gift using three simple steps. You'll learn who to talk to, where to find gift ideas and how to get help in figuring out the best gift for your boss.
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Step 1: Talk to Your Co-Workers
- Casually approach individual employees while they are alone.
- Open a conversation about gift giving and ask if your co-worker is purchasing a gift for your boss.
- Ask how much he/she is planning to spend and, if possible, what is being purchased
This should give you an idea about what other presents your boss is receiving from co-workers and also an idea about how much to spend. This is valuable information to consider as you move forward.
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Step 2: Review Generic Gift Ideas and Form a List
These Mahalo pages have a variety of good ideas:Consider gift cards as a Christmas present idea:
Blockbuster Gift Card Body Shop Gift Card Lowe's Gift Card Xbox Live Gift Card PS3 Gift Card PSN Gift Card Wii Gift Card Xbox Marketplace Gift Card Zappos Gift Card Step 3: Think Specifically About Your Boss
- Make a short list that outlines what interests and hobbies your boss has.
- Ask yourself if your boss has mentioned an upcoming event, trip, or special occasion.
- Talk to your boss directly and ask "what is on your Christmas list?" Even if your boss replies with high-priced items that are beyond your gift giving expectations, a complementary item may be appreciated.