Why This Vegan Keeps Accepting Non-Vegan Gifts from Her Coworker—And What Happens Next Will Surprise You
Chris Brennan at Insperity warns that giving presents in the workplace must remain professional. It’s usually not a good idea to give gifts to your superiors, and you should never pull out a present right before a performance review. If there will be a gift exchange, there should be a clear spending limit for everyone to observe.
And if anyone doesn’t want to participate in the festivities, they shouldn’t feel any pressure to. Whether they simply don’t want to or they’re struggling to afford presents this year, it’s not anyone else’s business.
If you do plan on giving holiday gifts in your office, though, it’s best to make sure that everyone feels included. Try to find presents that suit each person’s interests and show that you actually care about them.
It’s important to be respectful and professional when buying presents for colleagues
And of course, be respectful of the colleague’s lifestyle. If they’ve been sober for 10 years, you should probably not give them a bottle of champagne. If they’re Muslim, make sure you don’t give them pork sausage. And if they’re vegan, save that leather collar for someone else.
When it comes to picking an appropriate present, Prime Office Space recommends giving gifts that aren’t material items. A gift card to a spa that covers a massage and a facial might be incredibly relaxing. Or if your coworker loves indoor rock climbing, you might be able to pay for their membership to a local gym for a month. There are plenty of ways to show someone you care without handing them an item that they’ll have to find a place for at home.
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