Ettiquette
I work for a company that has about 40 employees. Over the past year, there have been several occasions where someone has brought gifts to the office for only the four women (including me) that work here. Five of my co-workers have brought me back something from their vacation ranging from a postcard and a magnet to earrings, a bracelet or a nice wooden kangaroo (from Australia, of course). I am not the sort of person who normally buys things for other people when I go on vacation (assuming for the moment that I ever DO go on vacation).
What do I do? I'll be on a Disney cruise, for starters, so it's not really an exotic destination, but should I bring something back for the five that have bought something for me? Do I bring something back for everyone (because I don't understand the logic of only buying for the women). Do I just skip it?
HELP!
What do I do? I'll be on a Disney cruise, for starters, so it's not really an exotic destination, but should I bring something back for the five that have bought something for me? Do I bring something back for everyone (because I don't understand the logic of only buying for the women). Do I just skip it?
HELP!
Comments
I just don't want to offend anyone, either.
besides you are a single mother. money doesn't grow on trees....
What is the deal there? I have to say, I always envied the men that didn't have to obligate themselves to the birthday lunch...!
I say get magnets or postcards for each of the four people who are part of this weird gift giving circle. No more than $15 total should be spent!
You shouldn't feel obligated to reciprocate. A gift ... is just that a gift. The giver shouldn't be doing it to expect something in return.
But if you feel you should, you could maybe bring back a box of candy (taffy or micky ear lollies) to share with everyone. That might work.
but if you'd rather not get gifts, which may create some weird office vibe, you know, come back with nothing.
I don't know if there is a rule of etiquette for this situation! I'm sure whatever you decide to do will be just right. :)
I will buy some sort of Disney-ish food and bring and put in the kitchen for EVERYONE and that should be perfect!! Thanks, again, you guys (and gals) totally rock!