How To Plan a Company Christmas Party Los Angeles CA

1. Goodwill. Remember that the company Christmas party is all about generating goodwill. Before you even begin planning, consider what will generate the most goodwill. Whatever you do, you do not want your good intentions to backfire. For example, let's say that your company relies on a blend of regular and contract employees. Chances are that your contract employees may be more appreciative of a Christmas bonus or some paid holiday days off than a lavish holiday party (or in a perfect world, all of the above). While you could well be thinking, "Everyone will feel pampered if I buy only top shelf scotch," they might be thinking, "Wow, x number of dollars on booze and not even a bonus for us." In the old days, when everyone was an employee, companies did not need to tread quite as carefully as they do now. Consider the point of view of everyone who is a part of the company-full-time, part-time, contract and otherwise-as you decide on your office Christmas party plans so that it generates goodwill for all, as intended. There is no worse feeling than having your good intentions misinterpreted—you certainly don't want your company Christmas party to backfire.
   
2. Inclusiveness. You won't believe this story but it's true. I once worked at an establishment where only select members of a team were invited for Christmas lunch. Worse, the head of the company would go through the department, and tap those chosen on the shoulder while everyone else looked at one another out of the corners of their eyes in disbelief. If you're having a party, make sure that it's a party for everyone, not just the A-team. Keep this point in mind if your company has satellite offices, as well—the satellite offices deserve Christmas parties that are on par with the parent company's celebration. ...

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Author: Vanessa Raymond