Holiday Parties: How to make your office’s party a success
Office parties are stressful for everyone. Remember, just because the word “party” is attached to “office” does not constitute an evening of rest and relaxation. Planners must set party times, decide on food and drink, find a good location and get decorations. But hey, let's not forget how stressful it is to actually attend these parties as well. People must consider what to wear, who to bring, and how long to stay.
To ease this year's office party planning woes and office party attendees’ stress, read through the following suggestions.
What planners should do long before the office party:
Setting a day and time that everyone can meet is very difficult, so it is best to start early. It is also essential to find a good location. Try to find a place where everyone can move around comfortably.
Party planners should also keep the office party nondenominational. The article “Throw a Successful Holiday Office Party,” on Allbusiness.com says, “to guarantee that your employees all feel equally welcome and included in the holiday celebration, avoid those decorations, practices or food and drink that lean too far toward any one religious tradition.” Try to create a party that is centered on winter and celebration.
Things to check on before the office party:
In the article “Office Party Etiquette,” Susan Bryant says party planners should “clearly convey to employees who is invited to the party. If spouses and children are not included, make that clear.” A couple of days before the party, make it known who is allowed to come.
Check if the party attire is formal, casual or business. If no attire is suggested, ask the party planner. There is one, steadfast rule to follow when deciding what to wear for the office party, however: Extremely revealing clothing should be left at home.
At and after the office party:
Do not drink too much. It is as simple as that. Bryant says “Alcohol plus you and your boss can equal Monday morning's 'I can't believe I said that.'” Drinking is fine, but do not over do it. Make sure there is a driving service of some sort people can access if they cannot drive.
If you follow these simple rules, the office party you create will be a success and those attending will be well prepared and comfortable. So stay calm, relax and enjoy the holiday season!
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