It’s just about time for your company Christmas party.
Whoops, sorry. I must be politically correct and bow down to the establishment for just a second.
It’s just about time for the End of the Year Celebration sponsored by your company.
No matter where you work, the stories from these events stick around forever; like the one about a certain Philadelphia news anchor and a gerbil.
So in order to make sure you don’t end up an entry on Snopes.com, I’ve compiled a five point guide to Company Christmas Party Etiquette.
Don’t suck up to the boss.
Come on, some of you do it waaaaaay too much already (you know who you are) and where has it gotten you? Getting trashed then telling the boss that his tie is amazing and his wife is killer ain’t gonna get you that promotion you’ve been kissing ass for all year.
Don’t hit on the receptionist.
You may do it in the copy room when nobody is looking, but hold on big gunner, this isn’t the time or place. Just because she had a few Johnny Walker’s and she thinks that you suddenly look just like Brad Pitt doesn’t mean the bases are loaded and you’re at bat.
If you don’t drink, don’t start tonight.
Your company Christmas party isn’t the place to try your first vodka and tonic – with or without the lime. Chances are if you’re not a drinker, you’re going to be on your ass and on Facebook before the vomiting starts.
If you can’t dance, sit this one out.
A certain Seinfeld episode comes to mind here. Granted we’re not all contestants on Dancing with the Stars, but if you’re as light on your feet as a hippo, save yourself the embarrassment and yet another Facebook post.
Video everything.
Ok, maybe not everything. But with all that’s bound to happen at an event where booze is involved, having the cell phone ready to capture those memorable moments makes for great blackmail later on.
And just because you’ve made it this far, I’m going to provide you with a bonus tip.
Have fun!
It’s a time to celebrate the most wonderful time of the year with your co-workers. Enjoy yourself and be responsible. If you’ve had a little too much to drink, call a cab. Or better yet, arrange for a few designated drivers before hand. A safe holiday makes for a happy holiday!
Got some tips of your own…. do share!