Top 5 Gifts for So-So BossesEven when your boss is only so-so, an average manager at best, there may be times when you need to give a gift. Here is a selection of gifts that may help your boss improve. Edited by Martha Mangelsdorf, this book is a collection of practical, straight-forward ideas than any manager can put to use right away. It covers a broad range of topics, including training, communication, motivation, and team building. Originally published in 1986, the message of this book is universal and timeless. To get more out of life and more out of your people, this is the guidebook to read. Brief and to the point lessons in the day-to-day application of fundamental management principles. Ram Charan and Larry Bossidy argue that the most common contributor to company failures is lack of execution. They use stories from major companies (successes and failures) to illustrate their point that having the best product and business plan don't matter if you can't execute. Maybe you boss just needs help making decisions. If "analysis paralysis" is keeping him or her from doing better, this might help out. Here's a selection of Dilbert calendars. Pick one you think your boss might use. The constant reminders have to help. | 
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