Dear Faithmate Advisors,
Next week is my boss’ birthday and I am wondering if I should give him a gift or not. I have worked there about six months and we work closely together but neither one of us has had a birthday so there is no protocol set. It’s a small company so I don’t know what other people do. What is appropriate?
As a Christian, what would you do and why?
The Real World Perspective
Faithmate’s Ethics Advisor says…
When it comes to gift giving, a boss giving to an employee is the norm, because giving gifts to a superior can be seen as brownnosing or trying to buy your way into his or her good graces. That being said, a small “token” gift is not inappropriate. If you have a close working relationship, and your gift is really coming from the heart, select something safe (like an item for the home or office) and of no more than $20-$30 in value. Attach to it a note conveying what a pleasure it is working for him/her. This will show your sentiments without looking like you have ulterior motives.
The Real WORD Perspective
Faithmate’s Spiritual Advisor says…
Proverbs 11:14 Where no counsel is, the people fail: but in the multitude of counsellors there is safety.
Of course, these are just two opinions! As a Christian, do you agree or disagree? Post your comments below…
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2 Comments So Far
i think it is.to hold ur relationship n the boss suprises is good.
Your gift has a message like every other gift it mean you care and would like for that person to smile upon receving that gift .I give my boss gifts now and then no strings attached and its not compulsory. Its the motive that matters.Its good to be a blessing to others.