{"id":1338,"date":"2017-12-12T16:02:04","date_gmt":"2017-12-12T16:02:04","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/dev2.trainingbytesize.com\/?p=1338"},"modified":"2017-12-12T16:02:04","modified_gmt":"2017-12-12T16:02:04","slug":"top-five-project-manager-christmas-gifts","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.trainingbytesize.com\/nz\/blog\/top-five-project-manager-christmas-gifts\/","title":{"rendered":"Top five Project Manager Christmas gifts"},"content":{"rendered":"

Well it\u2019s that time of year again<\/strong>\u00a0where all of our bright and elegant Christmas jumpers will once again grace offices, homes and shopping sites. Whether by car, foot or tube, slowly but surely \u2018seasons greetings\u2019 are growing by the day. And since the \u2018silly season\u2019 is upon us, have you had a moment to think about what you\u2019d gift your Project Management colleague or friend? If not, fear not! Because here we are gifting you a very early Christmas present \u2013 a simple summary guide to the most practical and prudent present options, for all of your hardworking project professional friends.<\/p>\n

While the end of the calendar year is fun (no doubt), it can also come loaded with stress and full of pressure. With looming deadlines, completion expectations and tensions built from a back-log from meetings, negotiations and last-minute changes, by December 25, a Project Manager can be left feeling very weary! So, the best thing that a colleague\/friend or family member can do, is to consider a gift which has the potential to make their next year, that little bit easier or fun. Be it a small timesaving tool or a big grand gesture, it\u2019s the thought that counts. After all, who could be to appreciate pre-planning in gift-giving? Project Managers do it daily!<\/p>\n

So here you go, here\u2019s our\u00a0Top 5 Perfect Project Management Gifts:<\/strong><\/p>\n

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1. A Trophy<\/h3>\n

Nothing says \u2018I appreciate you \u2013 I value what you do\u2019 like a personalised, plaque scribed trophy. It\u2019s novel and yet sincere, grand and yet simple.<\/p>\n

Do you remember the pride and joy of getting a winning ribbon or medal as a child? The joy of \u2018winning\u2019 never dies and there\u2019s something special about the Christmas season that brings out the kid in all of us. Deep down, we all want something a little bit bright, shiny or special that\u2019s just for us. And this is the perfect gift to both cater to novelty and fun, plus acknowledge hard work and sacrifice.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n

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2. Pre-Paid Massages<\/h3>\n

Neck, head and back tensions are often at their peak by Christmas time and with desk ergonomics often overlooked, painful injuries to wrists, hands and other stressed body parts can lead to long-term discomfort and disrupted work.<\/p>\n

This is probably one of the most thoughtful and practical gifts as it offers the recipient peace of mind and an ongoing resource to enjoy, for real-time relief and overall improved wellness. It\u2019s the gift that recognises the day-to-day demands, of a high-pressure work environment.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n

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3. An Updated Planner<\/h3>\n
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Whether it\u2019s paper-based or the latest and greatest technology, a personalised planner will always be a prized and meaningful present for any Project Manager.Do some research on the person you\u2019re gift-giving to, and find out (incognito), what their personal preferences are for task and milestone management. Perhaps they\u2019re using a paper-trail system supported by an online diary and dream of something simpler. Or maybe they already have a tech. solution sorted, but would enjoy experiencing the next best thing. Either way, this gift is an absolute classic and sure to please.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n

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4. A Paid Annual Subscription (or Service)<\/h3>\n
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What cyclic subscription would be relevant to your recipient? Are they into pep talks and motivational audio tapes? Need the latest Microsoft Plugins and Project Features? Or perhaps they\u2019re into learning about new technology and solutions for every-day contract management.A Paid Annual Subscription (or service), says \u2018I want to make your life better\/easier\/nicer\u2019, and that\u2019s the gift that keeps on giving.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n

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5. A Training Course<\/h3>\n
To lift their spirits and renew their passion for project management why not get them the gift of knowledge and skills? The period over Christmas and New Year can be a perfect time to get some studying underway with an accredited project management e-learning course. Training Bytesize offers an array of courses<\/a>\u00a0to suit every budget.<\/div>\n<\/div>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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