Finding A Hobby and 'The Perfect Gift' Ideas - Using Workplace Motivators as Your Guide...

Theoretical/Knowledge: "The Learner" Passion for Knowledge, Expertise and Research

HOBBY INSIGHTS:

• Chess
• Jeopardy
• Scrabble
• Crossword puzzles
• Brain teasers
• Duplicate bridge
• Reading
• Surfing the internet and technology
  

'THE PERFECT GIFT':

• Subscriptions to: Discover Magazine, Popular Science Magazine, Mental Floss.
• Make a donation in their name to: Research; Colleges and Universities; Educational programs.
• Any gift that is unique, quirky and about ideas or original thought.
• Watch Jeopardy, play Cranium and watch mystery shows and How It Is Made t.v. shows.
• A signed book or a ticket to attend a lecture by his/her favorite author.
  

Utilitarian/Economic: "The Business  Person" Passion for Business, ROI and  Making Money

HOBBY INSIGHTS:

• Monopoly/Risk
• Investment Club
• Work
• Gambling
• 'Do-it-yourself' projects
• Financial planning
• Speculating
• Side businesses and investments
  
  

'THE PERFECT GIFT':

• Subscriptions to: Consumer Reports, Wall Street Journal or Forbes.
• Any books have  to do with business!
• Make a donation in their name to: United Way, Junior Achievement.
• Any gift that is practical and/or related to building a business.
• Watch the Flip This House,  Price is Right and Pawn Stars t.v. shows together.
• Collectible art or coins that will increase in value over time.
  

Individualistic/Political:
"The Power Player" Passion for Leading and Advancing

HOBBY INSIGHTS:

• Poker
• Billiards
• Chess
• Golf
• Extreme sports
• Networking
• Running for local/volunteer political office
• Visible volunteer positions that offer power and influence
  

  'THE PERFECT GIFT':

• Subscriptions to: Entrepreneur Magazine, Robb Report, FAST Company Magazine, Sports Illustrated.
• Make a donation in their name to: something where their name is highlighted and they get noticed.
• Any gift that is fancy, name-brand and considered fine.
  
• Watch Shark Tank and professional sports together.
  
• Designer and fashionable clothes and sun glasses.
• Mont Blanc Pen.
  

Social/Altruistic:"Service & Helping Others" Passion for Service, Removing Pain and Suffering for Others

HOBBY INSIGHTS:

• Any volunteer work
• Big Brother, Big Sister
• Delivering meals to the needy
• Visiting a friend in need
• Community service
  
• Working at a shelter
• Answering the phone for a telethon
• Church/neighborhood projects

 'THE PERFECT GIFT':

• Subscriptions to: Philanthropy Magazines or Psychology, Counseling and Coaching resources.
• Make a donation in their name to: Feed the Homeless; Humane Society; Disaster Relief; Heifer International.
  
• Spend the day doing a service activity together.
• Plaque of appreciation for service and loyalty.
  

Traditional/Regulatory:
"The Process & Order Keeper" Passion for 'the Rules', Process and Protocol

HOBBY INSIGHTS:

• Bingo
• Church activities
• Boy and Girl Scouts
• Rotary Club
• Family Reunions
• Patriotic celebrations
• Political activities/marches

• National Guard

  'THE PERFECT GIFT':

• The Almanac.
• Roberts Rules of Order and books about history.
  
• Any books related to organization, process and order.
• Make a donation in their name to: Religious ministries; Salvation Army; Veterans support.
• Go to religious services together.
• Watch westerns, cop shows and evangelists on t.v. together.
  

Aesthetic: "Balanced and Harmony Keeper"  Passion for Creativity, Balance  & Beauty

HOBBY INSIGHTS:

• Pictionary
• Art classes
• Nature hikes
• Flower Arranging
• Cultural arts
• Decorating
• Recycling
• Wine tasting
• Photography
  
  

  'THE PERFECT GIFT':

• Subscriptions to: Architectural Digest; House Beautiful and self actualization books & magazines
• Make a donation in their name to: Save the Earth; Cultural Arts, museums; Greenpeace.
• Travel tips shows and books.
• Watch cooking and decorating shows together.
• Art, decorating or cooking classes.
• Tickets to the theater.