How to Buy Extravagant Gifts for Your Boss
Gift-giving can be a real chore when the person in question plays an important part in your continued career growth. Although many bosses don't expect extravagant gifts from their employees and would be satisfied with a card or something personal, an extravagant gift sometimes can be a wise career move. Have you received a major bonus or promotion? Have you just been recommended by your boss for a management position? Have you narrowly escaped the axe in a companywide "restructure?" In instances such as these, an extravagant gift might be in order and a great way to show your appreciation.
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Instructions
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Do Your Research
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Make a list of what you know about your boss' interests and hobbies.
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Establish a price range that you feel is adequate but won't bankrupt you. It is important to remember that your definition of "extravagant" might not be the same as your boss'.
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Call or email your boss' former assistants or colleagues to ask about any interests that your boss has that you don't know about.
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Call, email or meet with another higher-up at the company and ask about gift ideas. Ask what kind of gift that person would consider "extravagant."
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If you have access to your boss' family members, ask them if your boss has a "wish list" or something he wants that they think would be especially appreciate.
Purchase the Gift
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Log on to your computer and search for "corporate gifts" and "gifts for my boss." A number of corporate gift-giving services offer higher-priced selections and specialty gifts.
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Select a gift that matches the criteria you established in your research. Make sure that it falls within your chosen price range; don't fall victim to an impulse buy.
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Purchase the gift with your credit card. Some online companies offer payment plans or deferred payment. If your gift is especially extravagant, this could be a good option.
Presenting the Gift
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Buy wrapping paper and a card. In some respects, what you write on the card is as important as the gift you have bought. In your note, express the gratitude that led you to buy such a special gift. After all, you don't want your boss to think you will be giving gifts like this all the time.
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You can have the gift sent or delivered, but it is more personal if you drop it off in person.
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Do not wait around for your boss to open the gift unless he insists that you do.
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Tips & Warnings
Although an extravagant gift can express your gratitude, a personal or carefully selected gift, even if it is less expensive, sometimes can make even more of an impression.
Consider the kinds of gifts your boss has bought for you or for other employees in the past. You don't want your gift to seem out of line with his gifts, or you run the risk of making your boss feel cheap.
