Updated: Jul 04 2024
Some bosses act like mentors, helping you grow and teaching you how to thrive. But what could you possibly get to show your appreciation? This list has the perfect gift for any manager, supervisor, or director. Whether National Boss’s Day (October 16, mark your calendar!) is approaching or you and your colleagues want to thank your boss for their support, you’ll find a mix of thoughtful, useful, funny, relaxing, and educational presents that will surely brighten your boss’s day. Go ahead, put your second monitor on Excel so it looks like you’re still working, and start scrolling through this handpicked list to find the gift that will put you in line for Employee of the Month.
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You’re Not The Boss Of Me Funny Card
On boss’ day, tell them who’s the boss and why. This card looks sassy on the surface but has a sentimental message when unfolded that will surprise and delight your manager.
$6.00
F**ker In Charge Desk Sign
The HBIC needs a desk plaque to match their honored position. When your boss is the type with a management style a little more freewheeling, or a sense of humor that knows no bounds, this is the perfect desk adornment for them.
$20.99
Spinning Decision Maker Paperweight
When you’re faced with a tough question and you’re just not sure what to do, give this paperweight a spin. You don’t need to tell anyone that you let a stock answer roulette wheel make the call for you.
$20.29
Personalized Bobbleheads
If your coworker is a fan of The Office, they can be like Dwight and have their own mini-me bobblehead adorning their desk. Each figurine is customizable to fit the look of the recipient and stands at nine inches tall.
$99.99
Relaxing Waterfall Fountain
When the conference call that could have been an email runs long, help your boss find some serenity with a relaxing waterfall fountain. It’s desk sized, requires no external water set up and produces a soothing babbling brook sound.
$24.87
Somehow I Manage Notebook
The world’s best gift for the world’s best boss – the Michael G. Scott “Somehow I Manage” notebook is the definitive way to jot down your daily work notes, thoughts, and maybe amateur movie script.
$8.95
Artblox Customizable Glass Name Plates
Add some gravitas or a touch of creative flair to your desk with a customizable glass name plate. There are six styles to choose from that will fit in with any office aesthetic and feature your name and position title.
$39.99
Tears Of My Employees Coffee Mug
When you’re eating sarcasm for breakfast, you gotta wash it down with something. Skip the coffee and swill the tears of your employees with this novelty mug, part of a complete balanced breakfast.
$16.80
Knodel Desk Mat
Protect your desk while adding a little colorful personality with this mat. It stays put when you’re using it but is easily removable if you need to clean it. Since it’s made of leather, your optic mouse can still track on it and it’s durable enough to stand up to coffee spills.
$13.99
Prank Gift Box Bathe & Brew Coffee Maker
Coffee is life, don’t just brew it, bathe in it. And see how long you can keep your box amused with this prank gift box. Tuck their real gift inside and ready a camera to capture to their laughter.
$8.99
Personalized Kick Ass Trophy
Some folks are lucky to have a manager who really kicks ass. If that’s you, let your boss know how you feel with this engraved trophy. The playful piece measures a few inches tall and can be personalized with up to two lines of text on the base.
$19.95
Universal Wireless Docking Stations
There’s only so much room for cords and charging blocks on your boss’ desk. This wireless docking station gives them all the power for their devices all in one place on only one cord. It’s the ultimate in electrifying organization.
$79.99
Printed Poster Of Your City Map
The view from the window only provides so much to see, give your boss a beautiful print and encourage them to get out and explore your city when the weekend finally arrives.
$35.00
Ember Temperature Control Smart Mug
Stave off the sour mood caused by a lukewarm cup of coffee with a mug that keeps it hot all the time. The Ember smart mug is a recharagable set up that keeps coffee warm for up to two hours.
$98.79
Brilliant Ideas Launch Pad Notepad
A blank page can be intimidating, but a colorful blank page with blocks and prompts is inspiring. This notepad contains the directions and colors your boss needs to turn idea into action.
$13.77
Bubble Wrap Calendar
Watch the days pop by with a bubble wrap calendar. This novelty item easily counts the days left in the week, the quarter or the year. As they pass, just press and pop for a millisecond of entertainment.
$24.95
Lemome Hardcover Notebook
You never get a second chance to make a first impression with the item you take notes on. Your boss needs more than a legal pad stolen from the supply closet. This classy and classic hardcover notepad will be a standout at any meeting.
$15.98
From Your Favorite Employee Wine Label
Employee of the month? Please. If you give your boss a bottle of their favorite red or white with this creative label on it, you’ll be looking at employee of the year.
$5.50
HyperChiller Cold Brew Coffee Maker
Cool brew is no way to start the morning, you need cold brew. If you’ve only got a minute to spare, the HyperChiller has got you covered. It takes coffee from steaming to refreshingly cool without diluting it.
$20.94
Mini Zen Garden
When KPIs and QBRs come knocking and the numbers are looking a little lackluster, de-stress with a zen garden that fits right on your desk. This miniature version will promote you from anxious to all right.
$24.99
365 New Words-A-Year Page-A-Day Calendar
You could circle back to have an offline conversation about synergy and growth hacking or you could infuse your boss’ vocabulary with an impressive array of new words. This calendar contains some new lingo for them to use instead of tired business buzzwords.
$21.98
Indoor Putting Green
When you’re making that EOQ green but don’t have time to go to the golf green, bring it to the office with a putting mat. At nine feet by three feet this rug, complete with sand traps and three holes to aim for, fits perfectly in your corner office.
$34.89
Kind Of A Big Deal Nameplate
The head honcho of the office needs a sign to match. This placard will be a point of pride for your manager and is sure to be placed in a spot of honor on their desk.
$29.25
Sitting Elliptical Exercise Machine
Hit the gym for some cardio without having to hit the showers after with an elliptical you can use sitting down. It’s quiet so it won’t annoy your coworkers, and has varying speeds and directional capability for a good workout.
$109.99
Shiatsu Back & Neck Massager
A chill boss is a good boss, and your boss will go from harsh to mellow after a session with a shiatsu back and neck massager. It drapes over their shoulders or sits around their back, making it extra versatile. The massaging apparatus features several nodes and a heat function for added relief.
$45.99
F**ker In Charge Candle
If you’re gunning for a glowing review from your boss, give them a gift that proclaims their talents and illuminates their office. This hilarious candle smells good, burns for hours, and tells the office who’s in charge.
$11.95
World’s Okayest Boss Mug
When you’ve got more of a MEHnager a manager, toast to their mediocracy with a mug that declares them the World’s Okayest Boss. Even the World’s Best Boss would get a kick out of this humdrum mug.
$9.98
Stress Relief Aromatherapy Shower Steam Bombs
Achieve better work life balance by getting some zen while washing away the day at the office. These stress relief shower bombs melt away, turning your bathroom into an aromatherapy spa session. Choose from one of six scents.
$13.99
Fruit Infuser Water Bottle
Quitting coffee is hard but if your boss is trying to make the switch, help them stay on the bandwagon with a fruity fresh water drink. This bottle infuses the water with their choice of fruits for a refreshing and hydrating alternative to sugary beverages.
$16.99
Fancii Small Personal Desk Fan
Come off cool as a cucumber during your next conference call video chat with a personal desk fan. It’s USB powered and much quieter and more powerful than your average fan. Plus, it can tilt 180 degrees so no matter how you sit, you’re chill.
$15.99
Barnett’s Gourmet Chocolate Gift Box
Make your boss’ morning a little more bougie with a box of gourmet chocolate coated biscotti. Each box contains five different flavors to choose from, each begging to be dunked into coffee before the first bite.
$14.99
Personalized Face On A Mug
He who dares steal the boss’ mug is playing with fire. Make the offender think twice about using the boss’ favorite caffeine carrier by giving them a mug with the boss man’s face printed on it as many times as it’ll fit.
$17.99
Portable Back Decompressing Device
A decompressed boss is a happy boss so keep yours smiling by installing this device in the breakroom. It can be hooked up over a pull-up bar or a rafter and has a harness that when positioned on the waist or hips helps those joints stretch and experience relief from the pressure that comes with sitting all day long.
$298.97
The Art Of War
The Art of War can help your boss master the art of business. With lessons in strategy and planning, the book by Sun Tzu presents military lessons that can be spun with a modern twist to help your boss succeed. And hey, if he gets promoted, you can always take his spot.
$15.29
The COMFY Oversized Blanket Sweatshirt
In the winter, the office is an icebox. In the summer, the office is also an icebox. When your boss is free of client meetings that require looking spiffy, outfit them in the comfiest sweatshirt on the market. They’ll love snuggling up in this oversized blanket.
$49.99
Best Boss Ever Chocolate Message
Don’t just tell your supervisor how you feel with words, tell them with candy. This delicious and adorable set of blocks sums up your feelings succinctly and sweet as can be.
$38.99
How To Win Friends & Influence People Book
Dale Carnegie’s quintessential management book is a must-have for the boss who might be looking to take the next step in their career. How to Win Friends & Influence People will help any boss start climbing the rungs of the corporate ladder.
$7.40
Posture Improving Seat Cushion
Take a seat on this strange blue cushion and prepare to have your butt cradled and your posture improved. Your back will thank you, and so will the rest of your body. Better posture helps your body hold up better to prolonged sitting.
$49.99
Bentgo 3-Compartment Lunch Container
Ditch the bag that smells vaguely of old bologna for a BentoBox with compartments enough to bring a complex lunch. Elevate the sad sandwich you usually eat at your desk with fresh flavors and foods and make lunch time something to look forward to.
$14.99
Donut Warming Coffee Mug
Coffee isn’t the same if it’s not paired with a warm donut. This mug not only holds your joe, it heats your donut from depressingly dry and cold to warm and moist using the heat of the coffee.
$10.00
Leather Business Card Holder
No manager should be fishing around in their pocket for a business card. A professional environment demands a professional leather business card holder. This one holds between 15-20 cards in classic style.
$20.99
Aromatherapy Oil Diffuser Set
Smell your way to serenity with an oil diffuser set made from eco-friendly and aesthetically pleasing bamboo. Set it up at home in the place you most like to unwind and pick from one of six scents tailored to promote relaxation.
$28.99
PhoneSoap UV Smartphone Sanitizer
When you’re out wheelin’ and dealin’ you can’t afford to get sick. Your phone is a vehicle of germs, so send it through the car wash to get it clean. The PhoneSoap sanitizer uses UV rays to scrub it clean without using any actual soap or water.
$63.95
Alexa Echo Dot
Give your boss their own personal assistant with the Alexa Echo Dot. Alexa is as smart as they come and can help your boss schedule meetings, send messages, even check the weather ahead of an after-work golf game.
$59.99
A Massage Gift Card
If your boss needs a day off, give them the ultimate one with a a massage gift card. When they come back feeling refreshed you’re sure to get an “Exceeds Expectations” on your yearly review.
$99.99
Extra Loud Alarm Clock
You’ll never have to cover for your boss in a meeting again, they won’t be able to come in late with this alarm clock on their bedside table. It’s super loud and it doesn’t have an option to snooze, when they’re up, they’re up. It comes in lime green and white, too.
$13.99
Serta Heated Electric Throw Blanket
Win the Thermostat war without ever touching the dial with a Serta electric blanket. It’s microplush, making it extra soft, and has 5 different heat settings so even if your office is Antarctica, you’ll feel like you’re sitting on the beach.
$31.95
NutriBullet Blender & Smoothie Maker
You might not understand the appeal of wheatgrass smoothies, but if your boss loves them, there’s no better blender than the NutriBullet. It’s perfectly sized for a powerful morning-boosting drink or evening-starting margarita.
$82.42
Moon Cheese Snack Variety Pack
Your boss will be over the moon when you present them with these cheesy delights. Moon cheese is gluten free and packed with protein to keep your rockets fueled all day long.
$21.93
Bose Noise Cancelling Headphones
Open offices are concentration killers. If you’ve got something important coming up, drown out the din around you with a pair of Bose noise cancelling headphones. They’re soft and comfy on your ears and can be used with either Bluetooth or a cord.
$325.04
Kindle Paperwhite E-Reader
Whether reading to unwind or reading to advance, the Kindle Paperwhite E-Reader is the perfect place to do it. It’s lightweight and glare proof with a weeks-long battery life, making it ideal for long haul business flights and quick lunch reads alike.
$129.99
Fitbit Charge 3 Fitness & Activity Tracker
For the boss that’s the office fitness fiend, an activity tracker is just what they need to count all those steps to and from the bathroom and their desk. It can track their sleep, too, as well as measure after work sweat sessions.
$109.99