It's the most wonderful time of the year. Amazing
parties, mistletoe, lots of fabulous food and cocktails and of course your
company holiday party. Here are some of my top tips to keep you from being
"THAT" person being spoken about on Monday at the water cooler.
No one wants to admit this. You can
not hold your liquor after a certain number of cocktails. Listen, just because
there is an open bar, does not make it a sprint to the finish line and get
hammered. It's a marathon. Literally try limiting yourself to 2 maybe 3 all
night. Listen, the holiday party does not go all night. Head somewhere else to
get sloppy. Don't do it in front of your boss.
Don't Call in Sick
Let's say you did tie one on
anyways. The next day is NOT the day to call in sick. If you do, everyone will
know why! Pop that aspirin and come one in and get work done.
Dinner is Served
If you can't drink like you want,
hit up that buffet like you own it baby! Enjoy the food that is being
offered. Great food great times!
Appearances Matter
This isn't a call to wear what you
would wear to the club! This is more of an idea to dress up and look your best.
Sassy Sex?
Even if the mistletoe is close,
this is definitely not that time to head after your office crush. Again, you
only have to be at the party for a certain amount of time. Go somewhere else
and have fun.
Boss's Better Half
Not everyone is smart enough to
take my advice (how dare they!) so if all of your coworkers bring their
spouses, then it's time for you to get to work. Here is the secret to working
an office party: don't go and brown nose your boss, get friendly with his or
her spouse. Putting your nose halfway up your boss' ass is so transparent that
everyone is going to see what you're doing. But if you talk to his or her
significant other, then you're just being a good sport.
Engage with Guests
If you really want to get ahead at
the office, people need to think you have a life outside of it. Talk to people
about their hobbies and interests. Ask people where their kids are going to
school and how their parents are doing after that operation. You don't even
really have to listen, but just let people ramble on and on about themselves
for a bit. They'll think you're cool. They'll think you're a friend.
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