Gift or no gift?

nlowe5 · January 2012

I am returning to work next week after having 14 weeks off for maternity leave. Two woman have been covering my caseload and paperwork while I've been gone. Do you think I should get them a thank-you gift? DH says, "No" since they are being paid to cover my leave, but I'm just not sure. What do you think? What would be a sufficient gift to give if so?

cantalopes24 · January 2012

Maybe a Starbucks gift card or something small? Or just a thank you card? I don't think gifts are necessary but they took on an extra workload and I'm sure weren't paid extra, a little appreciation goes a long way.

LuvMyBobs · January 2012

IMO, I agree with your DH to a point. But how is your work relationship with these women? Is it strictly professional, or is there a kind of friendship. If professional, I don't think a "gift" is necessary. However, if more of a friendship...maybe you can stop on your way into work and pick up a dozen of donuts. Not really a "gift" but a little thank you.

gferg · January 2012

Well as a southern chic...we are big in hospitality and I would get a small gift card....like $5-$10 just to say thank you. It shows very good character and in the future if you need help with anything they will (hopefully) be there for you again.

You could even do something small and homemade...make some brownies or something and take them in with a hand written thank you note that is personal to each person. You dont have to spend a lot of $ just to say thanks!

Ms5586 · January 2012

I think a small food gift would go a long way, doughnuts, brownies, cookies, etc. And a thank-you card never hurts.

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