Today my boss' mom died. What can I do to show i care?

I just started the job last month. My boss and I have some of the same friends, and so in turn I guess you could say we%26#039;re friends. The thing is he%26#039;s a really private person. When I talked to him yesterday he didn%26#039;t even mention his mom, he just told me what he needed me to do work wise. I know I want to send flowers, but should I say something to him? Also the funeral is out of town, would it be appropriate to go? Thank you for your help.

Today my boss%26#039; mom died. What can I do to show i care?
When my boss%26#039;s father-in-law died a few years ago, the funeral was about 45 minutes to an hour away and I did go. We did not stay too long, just long enough to shake hands and give condolences, sign the book, and drop a card in the box. We did not attend the grave-side service or the luncheon following. I also made a donation to a charity in the deceased person%26#039;s name. The boss never said anything about it (also a very private person), but his wife (daughter of the deceased person) went out of her way to be extra nice to me when we%26#039;d meet at functions.





Do something kind - pretty much anything will be acceptable, just try not to go overboard.
Reply:Considering you%26#039;ve only been on the job a short time, and your boss didn%26#039;t mention his mother%26#039;s death to you...which tells me he IS a private person....I would have to say that simply sending flowers is thoughtful and sufficient to extend your sympathy.
Reply:I would not hug him, unless you are very close with him and have hugged before. I think flowers and a card is a nice gesture. You can mention in the card that you are there for him with anything he may need from you. That will go a long way without being too pushy. If he wants to talk to you, you opened the door. If you want you can briefly tell him sorry for the loss, etc. Do not stand around though waiting for him to open up to you. He probably also does not want his employees to see him cry, or reveal his vulnerable side. He%26#039;ll want to seem stoic and unphased by this. It%26#039;s natural.
Reply:At least say something along with the card %26amp; flowers or else you may end up in an awkward situation later on.
Reply:Thank you for caring about your boss%26#039; grief...





This may be a window of opportunity (not job-wise) to improve your relationship and to show him that you care. A simple gesture such as a card (just be careful with the words--avoid things like %26quot;I know what you%26#039;re going through, etc.%26quot; or making a contribution in her memory, or your presence at her funeral may mean a great deal. If you go overboard, though, it may look like you are trying to %26quot;suck up.%26quot;





Remember that everyone expresses grief differently, so just because you make a gesture does not guarantee that he will reciprocate with glowing gratitude. However, your boss will always remember your kind gesture, no matter how small.





Have a great week. Peace...
Reply:i would say give him a card. tell him you are sorry about his loss and he and his family are in your prayers. you might want to check with your co workers, if they go then you go.
Reply:Give him a hug and tell him you are so sorry for him and are there for him if he wants to talk.





Leave it there.





and wait
Reply:Tell your boss you are sorry for his loss and tell him that everything will be okay.





flowers and a sympathy card is also a nice gesture.



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