It’s that time of year when managers and bosses feel the pressures of managing a team. Whether it’s for National Boss Day, a birthday present, or a holiday present, it’s important to find different ways to celebrate your boss without going overboard. It’s important to not give anything too lavish as your boss or other employees might think you are trying to be a brown noser. Thankfully, there are a number of different ways to celebrate your boss without going over the top.
Give a Gift Your Boss Will Enjoy
Giving a gift will be something that your boss can enjoy while focusing on themselves. It can be simple gifts like a cigar or package of fancy chocolate, or it can be an experience gift like a gift certificate to a restaurant or concert tickets. The most important thing is to find something that your boss will enjoy so your boss will know that you took the time to find something specific to their liking.
Give a Book
A book is another excellent way to show your appreciation for your boss without going overboard. You can get them a book related to their business, or you can even choose to get an inspirational book that promotes teamwork and unity. It will show your appreciation for the boss, as well as help them to become better leaders.
Write a Note of Appreciation
Writing a note of appreciation will go a long way in celebrating your boss without trying too hard. You can write about how much your boss means to you or the impact your boss has had on you. You could even talk about how much you appreciate your boss taking a chance on you or how much you have learned since you started working for them.
Organize a Special Event for Everyone in Your Department
Another way to show appreciation without going overboard is to organize a special event for everyone in your department. You can have a potluck lunch or snack, or you can simply have a break where you get together and share about your lives. It can be great for everyone to socialize with one another in honor of your boss. If you and your fellow employees are still working from home, you could organize a Zoom meeting to celebrate your boss with one another.
Celebrating your boss is essential for many different times of the year. Whether it’s your boss’ birthday or workiversary or just because, it’s important to celebrate your boss looking like you’re trying too hard or impress your boss in the wrong way. Instead of trying to impress your boss with a celebration, focus on letting your quality work speak for itself. When possible, involve your fellow employees in the celebration or gift giving, and spend time thinking about specific ideas that are tailored to your boss’ likes and interests. No matter which way you choose to celebrate, your boss will be touched that you chose to celebrate them.
