On the day of the team lunch, he handed it over with a simple note: “For the person who keeps us organized. Hope this helps keep the pens on your desk for once!”
He considered a bottle of wine, then remembered she once mentioned she’d stopped drinking. He thought about a "World’s Best Boss" mug, then realized he wasn't living in a 2005 sitcom.
Finding the perfect Christmas gift for a manager is all about the "Professional Sweet Spot": something that feels thoughtful but doesn't scream "I’m trying too hard." Here are the best categories to explore: