Last year about this time, I learned about National Boss Day. I'd known about secretary's day before, but Boss Day was a new one to me.

Well, National Boss Day is nigh upon us yet again -- right around the corner on Oct. 16. And to help you recognize the quality leaders in your lives -- as well as to lend encouragement to others you work with -- Lisa Haneberg and Bob Rosner have developed a fun -- and functional -- ebook entitled 100 Helpful Tips for Great Managers.

For the low price point of $9 -- which includes an e-card and a donation to one of several charities -- your can give your boss and colleagues useful ways to start the day off with a bang, create an enjoyable workplace, generate new ideas, handle mistakes, and avoid energy crashes.

That's Oct. 16 -- a mere 10 days away.