What should I do
2007-12-24 12:37:05 · 7 answers · asked by Ann <3 1 in Society & Culture ➔ Etiquette
That's the way it should be.
Presents are supposed to go top-down in business. If you want to give a somewhat impersonal card as thanks, that would be fine, but buying something is not only unnecessary, it's not wanted.
2007-12-24 12:46:34 · answer #1 · answered by Your Weapons Are Useless Against Us 3 · 2⤊ 0⤋
Lucas answered the question correctly. Do not feel bad. In American business culture, the correct etiquette is that Christmas gifts are to be given from mangers to the people who work for them. *IF* you give anything it all, it should be something very minimal -- a token.
The appropriate response, BTW, is to now give her a thank you note stating your appreciation of the gift.
2007-12-24 22:55:51 · answer #2 · answered by susanmarie 5 · 2⤊ 0⤋
The worst thing to hear in a store at this time is, "crap, we have to get Phil something, he's going to get us something."
Did you give something to someone you wanted to show appreciation to, not expecting to get something back?
Giving because you are getting will lessen the meaning of the other person's thoughtfulness.
Feel good that your manager thought so highly of you to get you something. They appreciate your work.
2007-12-24 21:15:45 · answer #3 · answered by hockey4me 2 · 1⤊ 0⤋
don't worry about it. A nice thank you note is all you need to do. A plate of homemade cookies sometime this week would be a nice gesture too,
2007-12-24 20:46:46 · answer #4 · answered by Butterfly Lover 7 · 2⤊ 0⤋
Tough. She probably makes more money than you do. You're not obligated to get her anything.
Unless you want a promotion of course
2007-12-24 20:46:38 · answer #5 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 1⤋
You messed up bad. You'd better get something!
2007-12-24 22:42:21 · answer #6 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 1⤋
Thanks her graciously and leave it at that.
Your manager is expressing her gratitude for your work during the year. Accept the compliment.
2007-12-24 20:44:40 · answer #7 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋