[krishnakv]

Its cool if the manager means it when he says - take this ninja and take pictures and do fun things and MEANS it

Its NOT cool if the manager gives you this stuffed toy because someone else told him it would be a good idea and its the new corporate direction

In short, the gesture is meaningless irrespective of who it comes from unless the person means it and its in keeping with his/ her character. i.e. not FAKED or FORCED

The line between cool and douche is driven largely by intentions (being in character v/s being manipulative)

Hope this helps