In our life there are people who are not our relatives, but well-being, good mood and other joys of life depend on them. You need to be able to give gifts to bosses for various reasons. It is necessary to consider in more detail what to give to the boss for the New Year, what original gifts can be presented to the male director from the team, as well as symbolic New Year presents to the leader.
Original gifts
Choosing a gift for an expensive CEO is recommended with a fair amount of caution. It is important in this matter to maintain a sense of tact and at the same time official subordination.
The gift should cause positive emotions - joy, pleasant surprise, maybe even admiration, but not anger, annoyance and irritation.
If you give the boss for the New Year, for example, a funeral wreath decorated with holiday ribbons, you can instantly lose your job, be left without a livelihood. When choosing a gift for the boss, regardless of gender, it is recommended to pay attention to the following criteria:
- age;
- hobby;
- addictions or "human weaknesses";
- temperament and sense of humor.
If such information is lacking, then it is better to give something neutral that is related to work, for example, a Parker pen or a good portfolio of Indonesian lizard skin. The following can be universal and inexpensive gifts:
- Aivazovsky painting (copy);
- original table lamp, which no one has;
- a carpet with the image of the northern lights.
It’s better for the creative director of an advertising agency to give something unusual, for example, a free subscription (for two) for ten bungee jumps in the park. Jumping with a beloved woman from 50 meters upside down, the director can prettyly shake herself and strengthen family ties. It is possible that his wife will leave him overwhelmed with negative emotions. Then problems may arise for the person who presented such an unusual gift.
Under a strict ban should be such gifts that evoke the following emotions:
- sarcastic smile;
- a sense of ambiguity or embarrassment;
- violation of subordination and etiquette.
You can’t give tampons from a “good French company” to a boss, and an innovative model of a Martha doll from a sex shop to a school man. Such "jokes" end up in a queue at the labor exchange.
A mistake in choosing a gift can be a deadly trick for the career of a young employee.
Instead of the head of the sales department, it is realistically in a short time to become a janitor of nearby yards. In a few months, dismissal will follow on a plausible pretext: due to downsizing.
A good gift is a flash drive covered with rhinestones (if the boss is female). A beautiful set of bath brooms and other similar accessories is suitable if the boss likes to bathe with friends in a good sauna. A bottle of five-star cognac or Chivas Regal whiskey is a universal gift that is appropriate to present under any circumstances. The gift will be original - a well-made traveling bag-bar, in which the following elements can be placed:
- bottles;
- wine glasses;
- stack of favorite magazines;
- box of cigars.
The rock garden is a good present, especially for those who are fond of yoga. Various vases, cups, vessels, on which good wishes and a portrait of the chief will be applied, will not be the last gift, if it is interesting to arrange it.
Giving your boss kitchen utensils or appliances is not a good idea.
Most likely, she has everything she needs, and such an “original gift” will be stored on the mezzanine. Something similar can be said about dishes, pans and pans.
The original large dish, on which the portrait of the boss will flaunt surrounded by the whole team - this idea seems productive if the thing is packed in a festive packaging and presented accordingly. Nice idea to present a lamp. Now in fashion similar lighting devices that are made in 3D. A gift certificate from a salon or cosmetics store can soften the stern heart of a female boss. It is advisable to pack such a good thing accordingly, so that it is clear that this is a worthy gift.
An original gift for the boss can be called a cooked cookie, on which various wishes or even good humorous predictions will be present.
All women like interior decorations; you can come up with something original from this theme.
The poem, which is composed in a playful way, can be rephrased into a kind and serious subtext, which will look quite worthy. You can order a large name calendar in a mini-printing house, where you can put a photo of the boss, the whole team (if he is not too numerous), various wishes of employees and associates. The simplest and most original gift is a mug with the inscription “Best boss”.
Every person after 40 years has a hobby, if you find out this "secret information", then for a relatively small amount of money you can really give an "expensive" gift.
The game "Monopoly" is a common gift, it does not seem unusual. But the original chess, which was carved by a craftsman according to the author’s project, can really be a “royal present”. The cost in this case is likely to be low.A large-format book, written on luxurious paper, with a good textured cover, and colorful prints will look unusual.
Brazier and a set of skewers made to order is also a good gift that can be useful in the warm season and will last a long time. An original gift is a set of vinyl records with love romances and a Dnepr player in 1972. Such a gift is inexpensive, you can find it on the Internet. Listening to romances at the full moon on a summer terrace is a fascinating occupation.
A young specialist, who comparatively recently “joined” the team, having graduated from a university, does not know the full information about his employees and superiors. It may be difficult for him to make an original gift for his superiors on New Year or February 23. In this case, it is best to present something “business” and functional. These may be gifts such as:
- a beautiful ballpoint pen in which there is an 8 GB flash drive;
- notebook with an original cover made of good leather;
- a diary on which the chief's initials are engraved;
- office desk kit;
- bespoke business card holder;
- colorful calendar.
A wide variety opens up the automotive theme. In this case, gifts such as:
- Circles
- a small vacuum cleaner for cleaning the interior;
- on the Internet you can find a large number of hours for cars;
- foot pump;
- DVR with a dedicatory inscription.
Gifts can be from the genre "for the soul", they include the following:
- the face of your beloved boss, composed of many, many toothpicks or matches, It can pleasantly surprise any leader;
- electric guitar with fuzz effect and amplifier, on which the company logo will be displayed;
- a cup made to order in the design workshop “To the best boss of the Universe”, while the material may be different, the finish - from brass to silver; on the surface of such a product must be the name and patronymic of the boss, his photo and best wishes in business and health promotion;
- set of glasses with dedicatory inscriptions and best wishes; such a gift is quite original, at the same time it is universal, as it is suitable for all occasions;
- various souvenirs that are present in large numbers at flea markets and fairs where handicrafts are sold.
You can present funny gifts in which the name and patronymic of the boss will be present. These include the following:
- name pens or cutlery in the box;
- a set of cigars;
- bottle of expensive whiskey in an original box with engraved initials of the head;
- honey in original jarsthat are in a decorative bag;
- mural, which can be hung in the reception or office.
Symbolic presents
A symbolic gift to the chef for the New Year from subordinates can be Christmas tree toys made to order. They will have a photo of employees. You can think of something else on this subject. For example, bake a delicious personalized cake or buy chocolates and pack them in candy wrappers decorated with a photo of the boss. On New Year's Eve, you can order toys with flavors in the form of orange slices or original chocolate figures.
Important! The biggest mistake is to give money. This may be the starting ticket for dismissal without explanation in the near future.
The symbolic gifts include the original ballpoint pen, which is inexpensive, but looks unusual (it can be supplemented with a registered inscription). A piece of soap of an unusual shape, packed in a beautiful wrapper is also a very inexpensive and memorable gift. In recent years, a head massager has often been presented as a gift. It allows you to relax and relieve stress in a short time, without resorting to medicines, while the whole family can use it. You can give accessories for your computer, for example, a mouse, a keyboard with a nameplate, a headset or headphones, a mouse pad.
A symbolic gift may look like a personalized mug of an original form. Such appliances are sold at fairs on Sundays, where you can always find something suitable. Symbolic gifts from the team include a decorative candelabra, an original lighter or an ashtray, a set of tools.
In inexpensive gifts have their own charm, modesty always decorates, does not cause envy among colleagues.
Dear gift offerings may be misinterpreted by a creative team of like-minded people and associates.
For the New Year, for the boss, you can give New Year decorations for the Christmas tree, for example, manually made glass balls with various patterns and inscriptions. The gingerbread house is often presented for Christmas, as well as the New Year, because it looks unusual and beautiful. Original candles with candlesticks are inexpensive, but create high spirits. A champagne basket (or even a decorative bucket) for storing champagne will also be a great gift. You can give your boss a warm blanket or poncho. This gift is useful and quite original, especially if it happens on New Year's Eve.
A non-drinking boss can be presented with a luxurious set of billiard cues. If he is a passionate billiard player, he will appreciate these things. When choosing such a gift, it’s worth a little understanding of billiards to understand which cues are good and which are not. Otherwise, it is easy to get into trouble and present "firewood in a wrapper". The same can be said of tennis rackets. Inveterate tennis players know firsthand what the merits of such sports accessories are.
Homemade Souvenir Ideas
You can buy a set of teas in a specialty store for the boss and put them into boxes that can be cut and glued from plywood with your own hands. The boss can give a beautiful mohair scarf or sweater that was knitted by her beloved grandmother. Such a gift can only cause gratitude. A carved jewelry box will definitely be a pleasant surprise for the boss. On the board, you can cut out the portrait of your favorite boss using a special tool. If you have such skills, then you will definitely get a beautiful picture. It should be additionally covered with varnish and varnish before serving.
Holiday packaging plays a big role. The more colorful it is (within the limits of adequacy), the better. You can order separately packaging in a specialized store or use the Internet. Today there is a huge selection. What you can’t do is give personal and intimate hygiene items. Sometimes one such gift is enough to successfully end a career.
Budget options
A gift to a beloved leader does not have to be super expensive, especially when the salary is low.
Expensive gifts can be afforded by the director of a branch of the corporation or one of the co-founders, since their level of fees and bonuses is much higher. A modest office employee should manage with "little blood", so ingenuity, imagination and imagination can become effective helpers. It is worth considering budget options.
- Small cacti from a potted store can be a welcome gift. Among these plants, there are specimens of the original form that live quite a long time, while they require minimal care.
- The same is permissible to say about the Muraya plant - A miniature tree native to South America. Muraiya is not only beautiful, but its fruits are useful, because they contain many vitamins. Muraya is relatively cheap, and will live a long time.
- Table fountain for a nervous employer can help him calm his nerves.The steady murmur of water in the office pacifies the psyche, the pressure is restored, the heart works more rhythmically.
- Miniature Weather Station can be a very useful gift, and it also looks like a decoration. The same can be said of the barometer. Many of these products have an original case.
- Certificate for sales of various accessories, appliances, garden tools or winter things. There are a lot of such coupons today. They can be purchased online.
- If the boss or boss has small children, then certificate for visiting the children's entertainment center or dolphinarium may be the best gift.
- Colorful albumin which the achievements of companies and employees are present. If everything is correctly designed and done beautifully, then such a “document” can be a source of pride for the boss. In it you can write how the company was formed, how a friendly team was formed, what difficulties were overcome during the passage of the “glorious path”.
- Good noble mold cheese (such as “Dor Blue”) and a bottle of Burgundy wine from France - this can be a cool and stylish gift that looks worthy if it is properly packed and decorated.
- If your boss is resting, spending his vacation in various parts of the world in the most severe regions of Antarctica, Novaya Zemlya, Kamchatka, then you can give some alpenstock or hatchet. Such a tool will be extremely useful in distant wanderings (perhaps even save the boss's life).
Important! It is worth observing the framework, which is certainly present in each team.
Subordination must always remain. If you do everything wisely and with a good sense of humor, you can get a very good gift for the boss for the New Year.
You can watch gift tips for the boss in the next video.