I have frequently been asked whether re-gifting is an infringement of proper manners. Absolutely not! In these hard economic times, re-gifting is not only proper but expectant. Re-gifting is a fine technique to use useless gifts that others may value. Still, there is a manners procedure to re-gifting is something the recipient will value, and this is where your colleague appears to have non-payment. Take your co-worker with you the next time you are buying a gift for a pal. Converse on the friend’s likes and hate and how you live to purchase offerings that you know your buddy will love and treasure. Your re-gift should obtain the message.