Graduation is a day of relief, happy that all your time and money
have been well-invested and the late nights and worries are now,
thankfully, behind you. If you want to treat a graduate friend or
relative, or drop a few hints yourself, we have just the thing...
A Job
Once
the classes and parties are over, the job hunt begins. A little help
with this can earn you a graduate's adoration forever. This can mean
a little cash or a word in the ear (or Linkedin
recommendation)
of an influential acquaintance.
Some
classes, perhaps in catering
or languages,
can help them find some work to tide them over while they're on the
lookout for that perfect job.
Relax and Rewind
After
all the studying and stress it'd be great to give your graduate a
well-earned chance to relax. Depending on your budget, you can treat
them to a luxurious
spa day
or a simple trip to the local cinema.
Or,
if you're feeling particularly generous, there are some great deals
on sites like Lastminute.com
for weekend breaks to cities around the world.
Gourmet Goodies
It's always nice to have a meal after graduation, but the graduate
would be doubly impressed if you also slipped them a voucher for
their favourite restaurant, deli or sweet shop.
Some
might prefer a picnic after all the excitement, which lets you spoil
the graduate by cramming all their favourites into a fancy hamper.
You can even make one yourself, loading it up with chocolate, cheese,
jam, olives and not forgetting a bottle of wine with one of our
personalised graduation labels
on it.
Get Wired Up
A
gadgetless graduate is at a severe disadvantage in today's jobmarket.
A good laptop
or notebook
is an essential piece of kit for many careers. A quality smartphone
also allows the graduate to browse for jobs, send and receive emails
on the go and hold overseas conversations with potential employers
for free via Skype.
Mementoes
Some
want a little something to remind them of their big day. Personalised
mugs,
pens
and class hoodies are old favourites, but there is something to be
said for the DIY approach.
For
example, Bryan
Martin
bought his daughter a copy of Dr.Seuss's 'Oh, The Places You'll Go!'
thirteen years before her graduation. The book, which Brenna Martin
found “moving, touching, nostalgia and thoughtful” was filled
with comments from every teacher Brenna ever had.
