How to Buy Gifts for a Guy at Work

Gift-giving occasions can come up frequently. Some events occur annually such as birthdays and holidays, but there are also weddings, births of children or promotions. It can be tricky to find an appropriate present for a guy who is a co-worker. But follow a few strategies and it will be painless.

Difficulty: Moderately Easy

Instructions

1. Consider the occasion and purchase fittingly. For a birthday, consider a caricature of him to hang in his office. For a promotion, consider a gift basket with chocolate to celebrate. For weddings or baby showers, make it easy on yourself and purchase from the registry.

2. Check out websites that provide ideas based on gender, age, status or occasion. This will narrow your search significantly and provide you with many ideas at once.

3. Allow yourself plenty of time. You may end up getting an unsuitable present if you're rushed. A gift certificate is always a nice last-minute purchase.

4. Consider buying picture frames, which are usually a good choice for guys to display photos of his family. Make it even better by adding a homemade touch. If he's an avid golfer, purchase mini-golf clubs and glue to the frame.

5. Search for office-related gadgets in stores or online. An office supply store has a range of items from nice pens to calendars.

6. Choose something for him to display at work. Ideas such as a fish tank, gumball machine, mini-dartboard or a stress ball may bring a smile to his face.

Tips & Warnings

• If you're choosing a gift for the holiday season, be certain that you know his religious beliefs so you purchase appropriately.

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