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For themselves: gear a manager or boss would buy

Practical things for the job and the workday.

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Executive pen

Cross Classic Century Chrome Ballpoint Pen(paid link)

A confident signature

Approvals and notes need signing, so a good pen gets used often.

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Headphones

Sony WH-1000XM5 noise canceling wireless headphones(paid link)

Focus between meetings

Between meetings, a few minutes of focus without the noise is hard to find.

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Seat cushion

Purple Royal Seat Cushion(paid link)

Comfort in back-to-back meetings

Back-to-back meetings keep a manager in a chair for hours, so a cushion helps.

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Leather notebook

For meeting notes and one-on-ones

One-on-ones and meeting notes live in a notebook that goes to every meeting.

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Desk organizer

A tidy desk sets an example

A manager's desk is seen by the whole team, so tidy supplies set the tone.

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Planner

Time-blocking the week

Time-blocking the week starts with a planner, opened at the start of each day.

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Managers set the tone for a team, so a presentable, organized setup helps. Gifts for the boss should be tasteful and not too personal.

About our picks: Managers spend the day in meetings and one-on-ones. The leather notebook, planner and executive pen help with notes and time-blocking, and the headphones give a bit of focus between meetings.

Gift ideas for a manager or boss

Gift tip: Keep gifts for a manager small, classy and professional. Buying for a coworker? See coworker gift ideas or Secret Santa ideas.

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Desk plant

Amazon Basics Artificial Mini Succulents(paid link)

A tasteful touch

A manager who spends all day indoors can add some green to the desk.

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Chocolate gift box

Lindt LINDOR assorted chocolate truffles gift box, 8.4 oz(paid link)

A small thank-you

A small shared treat is an easy way to thank the team.

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Quality tea or coffee set

A tasteful office gift

A manager can share a nice cup with the team or keep it for the office.

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Desk bookends

A classic desk accent

A few books on the desk or shelf stay upright with a pair of these.

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Leather travel bag

Business trips

Site visits and trips go smoother when everything fits in one bag.

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Leadership book

A good read for a leader

A commute or a flight is a good time to read up on leading a team.

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Read next: What a manager or boss actually needs, a plain guide to what to buy and what to skip.

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