Office holiday party season is getting started. It never hurts to review the rules that make for a successful and happy return to the office the next day. These rules will keep you in a positive light so you can face the co-workers the next day. Because you don’t want to be “that person” that people gossip about when everyone comes back to work, keep these rules in mind.
- It’s OK to be the first to arrive but don’t be the last to arrive
- Do speak to each C-Suite member you see, don’t avoid them
- Do remember it is a business event, don’t mistake it for a college party
- Do sample everything, don’t stuff your face like you haven’t eaten all month
- Do order a drink you don’t like to pace yourself, don’t guzzle drinks one after another
- Do keep your secret office romance a secret, don’t start showing PDA at the party
- Do shake hands and tell everyone goodbye, don’t sneak out
- Do make an appearance at the after-party, don’t forget it is still business
- Do look like you are enjoying yourself, don’t look bored or bothered
- Do have fun and let your hair down, don’t forget you have to face these people tomorrow
Everyone has their own office party horror story. Just don’t be that person who has a library full of them. Keep these rules in mind as you show up to this year’s office holiday party.
Last updated on November 29th, 2019 at 06:50 am
