The Best Gifts to Give Your Boss for Any Occasion

At Pottery Barn, we can help you find the perfect gifts for special occasions. You just need a little know-how under your belt. Depending on the industry, organization and office dynamics, we have ideal gifts for any boss, too. If you have a wonderful boss who has befriended, mentored or inspired you over the years, get a thank you gift for them that’s both practical and thoughtful. Whether the rapport is strictly formal or casual, you’re sure to give the perfect gift. 

 

Nomadic Necessities

Meetings, conferences and holiday excursions are the norm for a busy leader. Take a moment to explore the possibilities for your globetrotting boss. Maybe your boss could use extra travel gear and accessories if they’re always on the go to meetings and seminars. A set of engraved luggage tags or a soft, fluffy robe are both gracious customized options. A toiletry kit, business tote or daytripper briefcase is a convenience your boss can appreciate. Plus, these items are easy to use when unexpected or planned trips pop up for work or play.

 

For the Boss’s Best Friend

Did you ever find yourself smitten during a Take Your Dog to Work Day celebration? Then you probably already have a pretty good idea of what a boss with furry companions might like. If you have a feel for your boss’ personal style, present them with a sturdy pet bed for their home office or bedroom. A pet leash, collar and bag dispenser are a great trio to have on hand for the dog’s daily walks or outings in a local park. You can even select a pet treat canister the boss can keep at the office for future four-legged visits.

 

Techie Treats

Seek out electronic gifts and gadgets to align with your supervisor’s or manager’s productivity and lifestyle. How about a sleek charger? One with dual USB ports and Smart IC-Technology enables your boss to charge devices safely and simultaneously. Where there’s a boss, there’s usually a desk, bookcase or shelves nearby. A dock and Lightning cable set can sit on their worktop to keep their smartphone synced and charged. If they have an interest in music, high-definition speakers will fit in nicely with an existing audio system. An environmentally friendly USB lighter is an ideal for a team leader who loves candles.

 

Sparkling Treasures

Brighten up a professional’s living or work space with a memorable token of appreciation. Adorn their desk with a few silver-plated, engravable frames to keep family photos in view. When looking for gifts for women, a fashionable cosmetic bag can fit in a desk drawer easily. It’s perfect for mid-day freshening up. Give your boss an opportunity for comfort or pampering with a faux fur throw to curl up under and luxuriate in after work. A marble wine cooler is a useful, beautiful touch if you’re familiar with the head honcho’s taste in spirits. Zero in on the boss’s persona or what you’ve come to learn about them over the years to make your decision.

 

Get creative as you look for those classic gifts for men for an outdoorsy or traditional boss. Don’t be afraid to go for what’s outside the gift box. For the biking commuter or cycling enthusiast, consider a wall-mounted bike rack. Let them shake things up a bit after hours with a cocktail shaker or decanter set. Look to see if there’s an area on their desk for a leather catchall to keep keys and small items in one place.

 

Parting Favors

Feeling privileged to have worked with a boss you have so much admiration for can be emotional. This is especially true if one of you is going through a career transition, relocation or retirement. Act on those feelings. A farewell gift for the boss who has everything could include housewarming gifts for the host to use after a move to a new city. Create heartfelt messages in a jar with a glass apothecary jar. You and colleagues can write memorable or funny moments you’ve shared on note cards to place inside. This gives your boss a constant reminder of how much you’ll miss them. When in doubt, a gift card is always a safe bet. Be sure to personalize it in a special way.

 

Your fabulous boss will know how special they are when you use these gift ideas to select something special. It’s easy to show your appreciation when there are so many great options!