Remember to say thanks to your manager.
We often overlook the fact that senior managers need appreciation, too. However, with that said, it’s best to be frugal with holiday giving to your manager, to avoid the appearance of buying their love.
Limit your spending to a few dollars. And realize that, in most cases, your senior leader would be thrilled with a handwritten holiday card that expresses genuine thanks and lists the specific things he or she does to help you and your team succeed.