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5 wonderful re-tire-ment gift ideas for a bicycle enthusiast

By msanger Published February 22, 2022

You’ve been working side by side for years, and when your coworker tells you that he is getting ready to retire, you feel so excited for this new chapter in his life, but you also feel a little sad at the thought that you won’t be working together for much longer. He is an avid cyclist, and, when it comes time for his retirement party, you want to surprise him with a special gift centered around his favorite hobby. This list of fabulous items can help you to discover a gift that is absolutely perfect for him.

Now that your coworker’s retirement is fast approaching, soon he will be able to spend more time cycling. Whether he would prefer a new protective cover for his cycle or a whimsical pair of rainbow bicycle socks, these items make fantastic gift ideas for him. Saying goodbye is so hard sometimes but, as much as you will miss his company, when a person finds time to do something they love, that is always cause for celebration!

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5 Thoughtful wedding gifts to show employees you care

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One of the most rewarding parts of being a boss is watching your staff grow both on the job and outside of work. Though you likely try not to meddle in your employees’ personal lives, it’s exciting to learn one is engaged.
Whether you scored an invite to the wedding or not, sending a gift is a thoughtful gesture. You want to walk the line between finding something special that isn’t too personal. Household items make for safe choices. The employee will likely put them to good use as they start this exciting new chapter in their lives. Here are five gift ideas for bosses to send a newlywed employee.

If wedding bells are ringing for one of your employees, you may want to give a gift, even if you weren’t invited to the wedding. It shows you support your employee outside of the office and will put a smile on their face. Household items are good choices. They’re useful, beautiful, and not overly personalized (You don’t want to make the person feel awkward). Wooden wine crates and lazy Susans will come in handy for entertaining, and fine China storage containers will help the employee keep some of the more expensive items on their registry safe. Kettles are perfect for morning coffee and afternoon tea, and bamboo wedge pillows will ensure they remember to put their feet up every now and then.

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Kitchen tools to strengthen your catering business

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A career in the catering industry is typically heavily service-oriented. When catering, it’s important that your customers receive fresh, quality food and beverages in a timely manner. Because caterers are often hired by customers for scheduled special events, they usually require lots of planning and preparation. Still, accidents can happen. Garnishes may be forgotten, meats can be overcooked and side dishes sometimes burn but you can lower the risk of this happening with the help of some quality kitchen tools. If you’re a caterer and want to learn how to make the most of your next catering event, you might consider incorporating some of these useful products into how you work:

Though it would seem so, providing delicious food or beverages to customers isn’t the driving factor behind a successful catering business. To set your catering business apart from the others, it’s also important to focus on yourself and your employees. Having useful kitchen tools for preparing, cooking, and serving food is just as important as the food itself. With the help of some of the products listed, you can increase productivity among staff. From an apron that can preserve the integrity of company uniforms to a cooking sheet set that can act as a baking pan and cooling rack, these items are great for maximizing your work time.

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5 Fun ideas for childcare centers

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Those of us who run child care centers are always looking for fun and safe activities for the children under our care. The best ideas are those that can be created on site so there is no need to transfer the kids to another location. This reduces travel risks and also the cost of providing these activities. With just a few items and some imagination, a whole lot of safe and fun activities can be created.

Here are a few ideas that may work for our centers.