How to Manage Office Gift-Giving Thoughtfully
How to Manage Office Gift-Giving Thoughtfully
Without guidelines about gift-giving that are provided ahead of time, you run the risk of having some employees buy presents for everyone, while others buy none.
Stuffed Stockings
22% of the employees surveyed said they plan to buy holiday gifts for their co-workers, and 21% expect to do so for their boss.
Spending Ceiling
Of those who plan to buy gifts, 73% expect to spend no more than $25 per item.
Good Times, Part I
69% of the employers surveyed plan to throw a holiday party for their employees this year.
Good Times, Part II
54% plan to give employees holiday bonuses this year, and 15% said the bonus will be larger than last year’s.
Generous Spirit
48% of the employers said their organization will make a charitable donation this year.
Oddball Office Gift: Giving a Hand
One employee gave a co-worker a pair of gloves—but both were left-handed.
Oddball Office Gift: Fowl Note
Another staffer presented a colleague with a singing chicken.
Oddball Office Gift: Flushed With Cash
An employee thought toilet paper that looked like money would be a welcome gift.
Oddball Office Gift: Fashion Statement
One clueless staffer presented a colleague with a coconut bra.
Oddball Office Gift: Virtual Wealth
Another worker offered a fake lottery ticket as a holiday gift.
Oddball Office Gift: Office Supply?
One thoughtless staffer gave a colleague a pen holder that looks like a crime scene victim.
