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Here is my situation. I have a new boss this year that has been very good to me. He has let me handle a lot of projects(and has more planned) about things I am unfamiliar with. I've preformed well at them so far, but I know it was a risk for him to hand them off to me. It's been great experience for me and I feel it's put a few feathers in my cap. For this I am very thankful.
That said, I think he is lonely right now. He got his job in Aug and has been here alone since. His family lives in another state, so he is a family man that has been completely alone for a few months, and I think because of this he always tries to talk to me and be friends. He really is a nice guy, but I try not to be too personal with those I work with. That said, I will go into his office, start talking about work, then we will trail off into random conversation for 15-20 mins or so frequently.
He has given me a lot of chances to develop professionally, but at the same time, I dont want to seem like a kiss ass, or feel too personal. Could I send him a small gift? If so, what would be appropriate? I also dont want him to feel like he has to reciprocate and send me something on such short notice. If not a gift, then maybe a card? Please advise.
That said, I think he is lonely right now. He got his job in Aug and has been here alone since. His family lives in another state, so he is a family man that has been completely alone for a few months, and I think because of this he always tries to talk to me and be friends. He really is a nice guy, but I try not to be too personal with those I work with. That said, I will go into his office, start talking about work, then we will trail off into random conversation for 15-20 mins or so frequently.
He has given me a lot of chances to develop professionally, but at the same time, I dont want to seem like a kiss ass, or feel too personal. Could I send him a small gift? If so, what would be appropriate? I also dont want him to feel like he has to reciprocate and send me something on such short notice. If not a gift, then maybe a card? Please advise.