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#81298 11-Apr-2011 10:41

Hi There!

One of my long term and valued staff is leaving at the end of the week. I wanted to do something that would show my appreciation for his hard work and loyalty for the last 4+ years, but am not sure what to get him.

I was going to get him a kindle but he didn't seem keen. I don't want to go over the top but I would be happy to get him something good.

Anyone got any bright ideas?

I had thought maybe a nice pen with an engraving or something...

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#457395 11-Apr-2011 10:53

How about something like this:

http://www.hamptondowns.com/pages/84/Hot%20Laps

I've been given pens before, and they typically end up in a drawer and forgotten about. Give him an experience like the above and he'll never forget! I know which I would prefer anyway!!

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#457408 11-Apr-2011 11:14

Cant go wrong with a Iphone/Ipad if they dont already have 1? Plus you can classify it as a business expense.

Depends whether you are prepared to spend that much?

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#457439 11-Apr-2011 12:13

When I left Unleash I got a new laptop (since mine was at the repairers, which was EQ damaged) - I was very stoked! But in general terms I wouldn't recommend getting technology since it could be outdated / forgotten about in a few years time.

Maybe just a staff signed card with Vouchers to a mall in it? That way he has the flexibility to buy what he wants and will have the card to remember you guys by.

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#457441 11-Apr-2011 12:16

michaelmurfy: I wasn't aware you had left, that's a shame, you were excellent to deal with.

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#457578 11-Apr-2011 18:44

gmball: Cant go wrong with a Iphone/Ipad if they dont already have 1? Plus you can classify it as a business expense.

Depends whether you are prepared to spend that much?

+1 to the iPhone. I left my job of over 6 years on Saturday and was given an iPhone as a leaving gift, along with a nice leaving party, almost made me regret leaving... Than again mm makes a good point, something with staying value has appeal.

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#457582 11-Apr-2011 19:07

Why is he leaving?, probably too late to offer the pay rise

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#457593 11-Apr-2011 19:35

Yes unfortunately I tried to keep him but it was too late.

Iphone is more than I wanted to spend and I am not sure if it's what he would want anyway.

The Hampton downs thing looks good.

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#457604 11-Apr-2011 20:15

networkn: Yes unfortunately I tried to keep him but it was too late.

Iphone is more than I wanted to spend and I am not sure if it's what he would want anyway.

The Hampton downs thing looks good.

Yeah I wouldn't recommend buying Apple Products. Since next year it would be outdated and also they are very overpriced.

Hampton Downs is awesome, it's a experience he will remember if he is into that sort of thing.