{"id":276,"date":"2016-11-22T20:43:03","date_gmt":"2016-11-23T02:43:03","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/employcoblog.wordpress.com\/?p=276"},"modified":"2017-07-07T14:41:51","modified_gmt":"2017-07-07T19:41:51","slug":"the-five-rules-of-holiday-gift-giving-in-the-workplace","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.employco.com\/blog\/2016\/11\/22\/the-five-rules-of-holiday-gift-giving-in-the-workplace\/","title":{"rendered":"The Five Rules of Holiday Gift-Giving in the Workplace"},"content":{"rendered":"

H.R. expert weighs in on the complicated etiquette of presents in the office<\/em><\/p>\n

\"present\"Exchanging holiday gifts in the workplace is often a tricky affair. The rules tend to be ambiguous, and expectations tend to vary widely from employee to employee. Luckily, there are several things that managers and H.R. personnel can do to make the holidays more joyful.<\/p>\n

Rob Wilson, President of Employco USA and human resources expert says, \u201cThe biggest mistake I see is that managers think they shouldn\u2019t weigh in on gift-giving. Yet employees want clear, concise guidelines. Some employees wonder: Should I give my boss a gift? And, if I don\u2019t and everyone else does, what will they think of me? Others are strapped for cash yet feel obligated to give to everyone in the office, while some employees feel maligned because they are expected to give gifts when they don\u2019t even celebrate the holidays.\u201d<\/p>\n

So, what is the answer? Wilson believes that a carefully crafted \u201cgift-giving policy\u201d is needed, and should be passed out to all new employees as well as circulated again at the holiday season. Possible tips to consider include:<\/p>\n

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  1. No gifts from supervisors to employees. \u201cIt could lead to the appearance of favoritism. \u201cChristmases bonuses\u201d and the like are a different matter, but managers should not be giving personal gifts to their staff, unless the same gift is given to each employee.\u201d<\/li>\n
  2. No direct presents between employees. \u201cThis is a good way to ensure that employees won\u2019t feel left out or obligated to give gifts to everyone. Gifts among coworkers can be a financial strain, and it is also a drain on employee productivity. Instead, organize an office gift exchange. Those who wish to participate may do so, while those who do not can opt out without penalty or embarrassment. Set a gift price limit ($20, for example). Those who participate can receive a voucher from which they can select a gift at the holiday office party.\u201d<\/li>\n
  3. Holiday office parties are best if employee-only. \u201cIf you make your office party open to spouses, you could be looking at tricky situations regarding the \u2018rules\u2019 about bringing dates, i.e. Can it be a date from Tinder? Or does it have to be a husband\/wife? What if an employee identifies as asexual\/romantic? What if an employee is gay or bisexual but not openly \u2018out\u2019 in the office? It\u2019s best to simply avoid all these matters by making it employee-only. A simple brunch or lunch will suffice.\u201d<\/li>\n
  4. Think about what employees really desire. \u201cIt might be better to simply skip the office party altogether and instead update the office Keurig. Find ways to make employee\u2019 more enjoyable and productive, and you will reap the benefit long after the holiday season has ended.\u201d<\/li>\n
  5. Don\u2019t allow office charity collections. \u201cNow is the time of year when employees start coming to work selling wrapping paper, popcorn and other sundries from their kids\u2019 schools. Nix this as it can get out of hand quickly and easily become a distraction. Instead, work with a local charity or shelter in your area to make an office-wide donation. Place a bin in your office lobby where employees can donate if they so desire.\u201d<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n

    For more on this topic, please contact Rob Wilson at\u00a0rwilson@thewilsoncompanies.com<\/a>.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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