Are you wondering what to get your team as a holiday or an end-of-the-year gift? How about a party where they can bring their significant other? Maybe a cookie basket or a gift card? These decisions are never easy – sometimes it\u2019s challenging to figure out exactly what to give.<\/p>\n

Here\u2019s An Idea that Will Mean More…<\/h3>\n

The reality is that these ideas are all nice gestures\u2026they send a message that you are thinking about your team. But there\u2019s something you can do that will mean more:<\/p>\n

Establish realistic expectations about what can be accomplished between now and the end of the year.<\/strong><\/span> And communicate that clearly<\/em><\/span>.<\/p>\n

Have This Conversation with Your Team<\/h3>\n

Tailor the script below to your own unique needs: Here\u2019s how to start the conversation:<\/p>\n

\u201cHi Jane. If you are like most of us, this is a time of year that you are being stretched in a lot of <\/em><\/span>different directions. I want to make sure that you and I are on the same page regarding your priorities here at work in order to allow you to be present with your family and friends. <\/span><\/em><\/p>\n

\u00a0<\/em><\/span>Unfortunately, we can\u2019t just <\/em><\/span>\u201ccancel<\/span>\u201d work. However, we can ensure that our expectations are aligned and that you are focused on only<\/strong><\/b> the most important things that need to be done. Then we can regroup after the holidays and set the agenda for a successful 2016. <\/span><\/em><\/p>\n

So<\/em><\/span>, what do you think are the two or three things that should garner your attention over the next month? What do we need to defer until later?\u201d<\/span><\/em><\/p>\n

Relieving Stress is the Gift that Keeps on Giving<\/h3>\n

Relieving holiday stress may be the greatest gift you can give. Doing so in a way that ensures that the important work is still getting done requires you to flex your leadership muscles. And after you\u2019ve talked with your team, have the same conversation – with<\/strong><\/span> yourself<\/strong><\/span>.<\/p>\n

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