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5 Office-Party Mistakes You’re Probably Going to Make, Anyway
Celebrating the holidays with your employees and co-workers is a fun way to thank everyone for their hard work and finish off the year with a bang. However, there are some pitfalls of the office party that you want to avoid if you can. Here are five commonly-committed office party faux-pas (and how to avoid them).
- Last-minute planning: The holidays are a busy time of year, so don’t leave your planning too late. Create a social committee or nominate a few organized employees to plan the event far in advance. That way, people book your party in before their other social engagements.
- Using the office as the venue: Though it may seem like a great way to cut costs, using the office as your party venue is a big no-no. The office space will only ever be the office, no matter how many decorations you put up. Spring for an external venue that will allow your associates to relax, mingle, and enjoy the evening.
- Forgetting transportation: Once you’ve selected the venue, it’s important to consider transportation. You don’t want everyone to get stranded waiting for cabs, so consider a shuttle or a car-share service to ensure everyone gets home safe.
- Prioritizing cocktails over “mocktails”: If you’ll be partaking in some alcoholic beverages, it’s important to include the non-drinkers too. Consider some non-alcoholic champagne or some nice sodas like Perrier.
- Expecting day-after productivity: If you’re hosting your staff party on a weeknight, it’s not likely the next day will be the most productive for your team. Consider bringing in coffee and pastries to help kick off the day and continue the good cheer.
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