Gucci and Bloomberg Media Studios co-created this nontraditional guide that pairs gift ideas with timely “fatherly” advice on how to navigate today’s evolving workplace.

Father’s Day offers a unique opportunity to not only celebrate dads and father figures. It’s also a time to reflect on the sage advice that we’ve received over the years from others we respect—regardless of gender.

These words of wisdom, with a dash of discernment, are particularly valuable in business. Several studies link workplace mentoring to a range of positive outcomes—from confidence to mental health to job promotion—for both mentor and mentee. And those who have a good experience typically show their appreciation by going on to mentor others.

In the spirit of paying it forward, we asked businesspeople of all ages, in various roles and across a variety of industries to pass along their best piece of professional advice on adapting and thriving in today’s workplace. And with gratitude in mind, we’ve paired their responses with pro tips on several timeless Gucci pieces for Father’s Day gifts.

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Stand out

“If you want to make genuine connections when working remotely, don’t be afraid to be yourself. Whether you have your favorite team’s logo or artwork from your favorite artist in your video call backdrop, finding ways to express your interests can lead to real and authentic connections that go beyond the [virtual] workplace.”

Pro tip: Give a gift that promotes expression of individual style. The Gucci Maxi GG Silk Cotton Polo is a sure way to stand out in and outside of the workplace.

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Advocate for yourself

“Create monthly reports that outline your progress. Use this document to discuss challenges you face, hurdles you’ve overcome and support you need. This gives managers and colleagues helpful context on your work and insights into how you’re performing. This also will come in handy during annual performance reviews, as you can reference your progress throughout the year. No one will have to look far to find evidence of your contribution to the organization.”

Pro tip: Being organized and stylish are not mutually exclusive—and the Gucci GG Marmont Leather Bi-Fold Wallet enables the wearer to be both.

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Look for ways to be inclusive

“In a professional setting, many people who feel marginalized, tokenized or excluded end up shutting down. This might look like turning off their video during remote meetings or avoiding sharing their opinions. If you’ve noticed a BIPOC [Black, Indigenous and people of color] co-worker who is quiet and withdrawn, ask how you can offer support, then listen and respect their responses.”

Pro tip: The Gucci Horsebit 1955 Mini Bag is a statement piece that embodies inclusive design.

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Set boundaries with your time

“Do what you must to navigate all that’s happening in life—family, physical health, mental wellness—while ensuring your job still gets done and that assignments are completed on time. This might mean allowing breaks to refocus or taking a lunch break at the same time every day. Develop a routine that offers optimal work productivity without leading to personal burnout.”

Pro tip: Setting and keeping boundaries—and doing it in style—is easy with the Gucci 25H Watch, 38mm.

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Act like you own the place

“Make decisions as if you own the company. You will be surprised how effective this is. It improves productivity, quality and satisfaction across the board.”

Pro tip: Wearing this Gucci Wool Double-Breasted Jacket is a boss move.

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Be intentional about finding balance

“If you’re an ambitious person with challenging goals, strive for what I call work-life separation, at both the macro and micro levels. This can look like working really hard for a few years in order to establish your business and find success, and formulating a plan to downshift and allow time for other pursuits and parts of your life. On the micro level, put in hard and long working days, but allow yourself one day off each week.”

Pro tip: The Gucci Ophidia Medium Duffle Bag is all about finding balance—whether commuting to work through city streets or traveling the world.

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Build your brand

“Your work will carry you only so far; your reputation and relationships are the bridge to get you the rest of the way there. In a remote world, it's easier than ever to build a reputation and relationships. Networking happy hours have gone virtual. Companies and professional organizations are hosting meetups. Executives and recruiters are more receptive to forming relationships, becoming mentors or giving advice via DM. Being remote actually means the world has gotten a lot smaller and the winners will be people who recognize that this is an advantage, not a barrier.”

Pro tip: You can tell a lot about a professional by looking down at their shoes. Enter: Gucci Jordaan Leather Loafers.

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Cultivate trust through authenticity

“I advise managers to be empathetic and show a little bit of what your real life is like. It’ll remind your teams that it’s OK if you’re working in your pajamas at 2:00 p.m. on a Tuesday, the dogs are barking in the background while you’re on a call or you unexpectedly have to go pick up your sick child from school. These types of human interaction and engagement help foster a foundation for keeping it real.”