I am an employee of a small company. One day, I had a sudden cold and was so serious that I needed to take time off. I was going to endure going to work, but the symptoms were so obvious that my colleagues advised me to see a doctor.
A sudden cold
That morning, as soon as I opened my eyes, I felt that something was wrong, my head was dizzy, and my throat hurt terribly. I hesitated, but finally decided to take a day off anyway. I sent a text message to my boss explaining the situation and asking for a leave of absence.
Reply from the boss
It didn't take long for my boss to reply to my text message and agree to my request for leave. He also specifically asked about my symptoms and told me to get some rest. This made me feel a little surprised and grateful, after all, some bosses don't understand the physical condition of their employees so much.
Restless mood
Even though my boss agreed to my request for leave, I was still a little uneasy. I know that the company has been busy lately, and my absence may have had some impact on work. I started thinking about whether I should give my boss a gift as a token of appreciation.
Tangled mood
I talked to my colleagues about this topic, and they all had mixed opinions. Some people feel that it is normal to give gifts to show gratitude and concern, while others find it unnecessary because taking time off is a legitimate act and does not need to be compensated for with gifts.
Think twice
I thought about it again and again and finally decided to give my boss a gift. Not to please him, but to express my gratitude for his understanding and support. I picked out a box of delicate mooncakes to represent the blessings and gratitude of the Mid-Autumn Festival.
The decision to give a gift
So, after my condition improved slightly, I went out of my way to buy a box of delicious mooncakes. I personally wrote a small card expressing my gratitude and blessings. I plan to take it to the office when I go to work the next day and give it to my boss in person.
Unexpected response
The next day, I came to the company with a gift and was a little apprehensive. When I handed the mooncakes and cards to the boss, he looked at me with some surprise. Then he smiled and said, "You are such an attentive employee, thank you for the gift." ”
The feeling of heartbeat
After the boss accepted the gift, he looked at the blessing words on the card and showed a relieved smile on his face. When I saw his smile, my heart warmed. I thought I was just expressing my gratitude, but I didn't expect it to arouse the boss's heart.
Perception and reflection
This little thing made me realize the power of gifts. Sometimes, a simple gift can convey more emotion and meaning. I'm not trying to buy favors or flattery, but I want to express my gratitude to my boss with my heart.
finale
Since that day, there seems to be more tacit understanding and understanding between me and my boss. Communication at work is smoother, and I cherish my job and team even more. I think sometimes, a simple gift can change a lot of things.
This little thing made me understand that a gift is not a tool to show off wealth or please others, but a way to express emotion and gratitude. It doesn't matter whether we give it or not, what matters is that we treat it with our hearts and be grateful with our hearts. It also makes me more appreciate and understand the kindness and support of those around me.