appropriate gifts

[Valerie1979]

I am a supervisor on my job.  Most all of my staff are female, but I have one male.  I am only allowed (by policy) to spend $10 on employee gifts --

last year was my first year in this role, I did give them lotion and candy last year -- the lotion did not go over to well with my male staff member --

What would be an appropriate gift for this year?  I am thinking a mug with various hot beverages and some peppermint candies.

I did bake them all cookies and I am giving them each a tin with cookies

[hjh1974]

What about $10 gift cards for a coffee place?  A mug with treats works well too.

[CHYNEEZ]

Well i would be happy to have you as a co-worker, lol. But giftcards have always been the best present and then you can give them exactly $10. Something as simple as a coffee shop, mcdonalds or anything of that sort.

[Valerie1979]

we work as Registered dietitians -- the gift card is a great idea, but some people are very picky about their coffee, we aren't really a crowd of fast food eaters, etc...... I'm going to give this some thought though to see if there is something local enough that everyone might enjoy

[lightningclix]

What kind of gift would you like to receive??  Gift cards are always a good choice - a safe choice for sure!
With so many places that have them, the possibilities are endless!!  

[Azanne07]

Is it possible to ask for suggestions from the male or is that inappropraite?

[home_teachin]

Do most of you have an ipod? How about an iTunes gift card?

[tholl01]

What about $10 gift cards for a coffee place?  A mug with treats works well too.

I think that's a good idea. Maybe Starbucks or dunkin donuts.

[Valerie1979]

i don't know that any of us have an iPod .....
It is not appropriate for me to ask questions about what they would like.

[Kymberli0529]

A gift card to walmart? Gas gift card?
I like the mug idea.

[dreamyxo]

Give him a gift card to Best Buy or some other kind of electronic gadget store that men like.

[resebel]

Hey can I be your co-worker too? I'd love to accept your $10 gift in any form? 

[JinxdParadox]

Oo, been in that position before.

Giftcards (including to online retailers), food/candy/drinks are always an excellent way to go.

Another gender-neutral idea is small office supply stuff, like calenders, pens, notepads, etc.

The person(s) that suggested the gas card - that's a really great idea. 

[Valerie1979]

although they all have cars - many live in the metro area and take public transit (which our job pays for) so ..... the gas card may not be as popular as you think.  Although i only have one male on the staff -- I believe in keeping the gifts exactly the same.

I think i'll definately do the office supplies next year I love that idea! 

[Gemz09]

If you are my co-worker u dont have to give any gifts for me just be nice to me thats good enough...