I want to buy a gift for a male coworker who coached me on salary negotiation for a new job. Ideas? First thought was a bottle of nice liquor, but I want more creative ideas. He's also a consultant.

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Bose headphones

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And lmao don’t get alcohol. We already drink enough. If he’s into sports get him tickets to his team or something. Or like a coupon for a massage or a mani pedi tbh. I’m a dude and I’d love those. If he has a record player get him a vinyl. It really depends on your budget and what he’s into

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OP has a crush

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What’s your budget

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Cufflinks in case he wears them regularly.

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AirPods?

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Needs to be personal I feel. I generally try to remember if he/she mentioned something that they want or really like doing and surprise them with it. You also get brownie points for remembering a passing comment. A good watch, wireless earphones, etc if you can't think of anything.

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Thanks for the suggestions. To answer what he's in to: He travels a lot both for work and personal, likes the beach...that's about all I've got, we aren't bff's, just coworkers 🙂

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Budget is maybe $200 max

What is he into OP

OP, Look for some Bally accessories, ideas will float your way and it is "Intemporel" or you want to be real creative, buy him a Dunhill or Dupont Lighter

Whiskey rocks or a nice manly scented candle maybe

A nice set of headphones, yeti cooler or something for the beach, nice cuff links

Badminton set, great for the beach. There are some with whole setup for 4 people under $200. If not, a good bottle of wine or whisky is still a good option to enjoy with friends and family. (Yes, we drink a lot but more with coworkers than friends and family I think.)

You could get him a coupon for jet ski rides. Some really comfy shoes like men’s UGGs, spike ball set for the beach (very fun). A travel journal for his travels, a Polaroid camera and get like 20-40 films. Mix and match etc

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