The boss is responsible for the work environment and the employees.
So, you decided to buy your boss the best boss mug. This is already the most difficult decision of the road, deciding what to buy for him or her. Choosing the best boss mug means researching and understanding the boss of it. Well-chosen mugs take into account taste, personality, occasion and budget. Get it right and you’ll have a happy boss.
Ask yourself some questions about your boss’s personality. For example, ask yourself whether or not your boss has a sense of humor. If not, buying a humorous mug is probably not a good idea. If yes, what kind of mood is your boss in? For example, is it silly, dark, distorted, or something else?
Travel mugs are ideal for professionals on the go.
Understanding your boss’s personality will help you find the right mug for him. This also helps narrow down all the options. You can also do this by understanding why you gave the mug to his boss. The reasons are many, from the boss’s birthday to the work anniversary, or because the boss broke the last one by playing on a colleague’s head. If it’s the latter, consider buying a Styrofoam cup.
Some people prefer traditional mugs to travel or other types of mugs.
Then decide what style of mug you want to buy. Do you want, for example, a cup with a common shape, where the color and the message are the most important? Do you want it to be a thermos mug, one of those steel-gray mugs that keep the boss’s coffee hot longer? Or maybe you want a boss mug that has a crazy shape. By narrowing down the options, you’ll make the actual hunt for mugs much easier.
Consider the words you want to write on the mug. Most top boss mugs simply say “World’s Greatest Boss”, but if your boss has a sense of humor, he may be able to think of something more witty. Various companies, both stores and online companies, offer personalized messages on their mugs. If the mug is for a special occasion or you want to print an inside office joke, these companies are worth considering.
Keep your budget in mind when doing the actual boss mug research. Check online stores first, as you can do it at the office and have a legitimate excuse to surf the internet at work. There are several online gift retailers that offer chef mugs. Check their stock, prices and delivery details. You will most likely have to pay shipping costs.
Make a list and compare these mugs to what you can buy at stores in your area. Once you have a list of good mugs, ask your friends and colleagues for advice. If it is a shared gift, consensus is a good idea.