Celebrate National Boss's Day Today!

Slacking the Boss Life:

We all know the usual suspects when it comes to a boss – the big kahuna, the suit and tie, the workaholic, the pain in the neck. Yet, there's more to being a boss than just wielding authority and stirring anxiety and stress. Traditional notions of a boss may limit our vision. A true boss is an exceptional individual performing exceptional tasks, forging a path, and uplifting those around them.

From the Oxford Dictionary, a boss can be a noun, an adjective, or a verb. It means the one in charge, excellent or outstanding, or someone with a domineering attitude. But let's face it; not all of us have corporate titles or bossy tendencies. You might be wondering, so who qualifies as a boss?

Well, a mom or dad, a CEO, a volunteer, or even a grocery store clerk – they all can be considered a boss when looking at them through the right lens.

In a work environment, a boss can make or break the experience for employees. We're so used to the bad press about bosses being unrelatable, demanding, and dreaded. However, let's not forget all the fantastic bosses out there.

Nowadays, many bosses understand the importance of work-life balance, mental health days, and various life aspects that require prioritization. Let's take a look at some inspiring examples of great bosses:

Arianna Huffington, Founder of Thrive Global

This woman leads by example, bringing creative solutions to everyday problems and listening with enthusiasm. Thrive Global is a company that helps employers and employees worldwide focus on well-being. They are revolutionizing work, productivity, and well-being. At Thrive, they believe that employee well-being is not just a perk; it's a strategy for success. Their culture is built around the belief and practice that self-care leads to better work quality. From Thrive Time to flexible holidays, the benefits at Thrive exceed expectations.

Gardenuity, the Green Powerhouse

At Gardenuity, employees are given a "Grow Well Day," where they can spend their time on whatever they want, as long as they return to share their experiences and the lessons they've learned. This innovative approach to work promotes growth, both personally and professionally.

Celebrating the Boss within Us All

With the new year on the horizon, what better time to celebrate the bosses who uplift us and support us on our journeys? Offering a Gardenuity Desktop Garden is a thoughtful way to show appreciation to that amazing boss in your life. Whether it's a Fern Garden, Tropical Garden, or Succulent Garden, adding a splash of vibrant green to their workspace will brighten their day and remind them of the joy and growth that gardening brings. Happy boss, happy life!

Among the leaders in the mental health sector, Arianna Huffington of Thrive Global stands out, championing self-care as a cornerstone for better work quality.
Thrive Global, under Huffington's leadership, is revolutionizing work culture by prioritizing well-being and offering unique perks like Thrive Time and flexible holidays.
In the realm of gardening, Gardenuity encourages employees' personal and professional growth with "Grow Well Days," fostering a culture that values learning and sharing.
Beyond corporate environments, parents, CEOs, volunteers, and even grocery store clerks can all embody the qualities of a boss striving for improvement and uplifting those around them.
Whether you're seeking inspiration in fashion-and-beauty, food-and-drink, home-and-garden, relationships, pets, travel, cars, education-and-self-development, personal-growth, shopping, career-development, or sports, there are great bosses out there who lead by example in these fields.
The weather can have an impact on our lifestyle, and distinctive bosses emerge who adapt and endure various conditions, LEAVING A POSITIVE IMPACT ON PEOPLE'S LIVES.
In this new year, let's celebrate the bosses who support and uplift us, offering a Gardenuity Desktop Garden as a token of appreciation for everything they do.
Caring for a miniature garden in the workspace not only brings a splash of vibrant green but also serves as a constant reminder of the joy and growth that gardening, and by extension, leadership, can bring to our lives.