The company Christmas party
It will soon be time again: The Company Christmas party is coming. Every year you meet up with colleagues and superiors in a nice atmosphere.
In most cases, the Christmas party is combined with a good meal and a few “chats” with colleagues. However, despite the good mood, one should not ignore the essentials: It is still one Corporate Event, From a small one Blunder there can be bad consequences for reputation and respect in the company.
So that this doesn't happen to you and you can come to the office with a clear conscience the next day, we have summarized the most important things.
Yes or no?
First of all, the question arises for every employee: I go there at all or do I come up with an excuse not to have to take part in the festival?
The fact is: whether you want to participate or not is entirely up to you. After all, in the stressful Christmas season, we all wish for a little rest and a cozy evening at home. However, the evening of the Christmas party should not be considered for this. Because the Christmas party can be a great event for new ones Socialize and to get to know new colleagues better if necessary.
The greeting
Once you have finally got yourself ready to go to the celebration, the first hurdle awaits you with your greeting. The rule here is yours Supervisors take precedence should let. If the boss wants to shake hands with each employee personally, you should do the same. For larger companies, however, it is quite common for the boss to deliver a speech for everyone involved, thus welcoming the entire community. An absolute no-go in any case, however, is to want to greet his superiors wantonly or worse: to push himself in between when the boss is currently involved in a conversation.
Gifts?
One question that arises around Christmas and Christmas celebrations is whether you should give something to your colleagues or not. Because everyone agrees that it is one of the most unpleasant situations when someone brings an unexpected gift and you stand empty-handed yourself. You can prevent this by agreeing to Secret Santa, So there is a clear structure and no embarrassing situations can arise.
The food
As soon as the first pitfalls have been overcome, the first course will be served. You think you can't go wrong with eating? Well, far from it. One or the other mishap can also happen when eating. If you smack your lips loudly, that doesn't reflect well on you. So take care of your eating and your manners, And should you accidentally drop your fork from the table, make a quick apology and politely ask the waiter for a new one.
Drink
Of course, toasting is also part of it. But a glass of thirst is too much. Anyone who mobbed completely alcoholized bosses or even flirted with their colleague should not be surprised if their reputation in the company sank deeply. So don't overdo it, After all, you don't want to be the number one conversation topic in the office the next day.
What if a faux pas happens?
Then just stay calm and try them Clarify the situation as soon as possible, In most cases there will surely be a solution for this and with friendliness and a little charm no one will be angry with you for a long time.
