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Social Wellness:
The Holiday Office Party
By
Mr. Rooney
Workplace Wellness Consultant
Whether attending a formal or informal
holiday office party, there are a few things to keep in mind to help
us maintain our professionalism and keep us from turning nice into
naughty. The holiday office party can be dangerous waters so here
are ways to navigate the course and enhance our social wellness at
work.
Attend the party–
Sounds simple, right? Sometimes it’s who is not there that gets
the unapproving nod later during the year. You simply have to make
an appearance and be cordial. Believe me, someone will notice that
you did not attend.
Dress to the occasion—the office.
Be careful of attire that may be frowned upon in a normal business
setting. Is the plunging neckline and extremely flashy clothes
something you would wear to work? Be festive but don’t give your
co-workers something to gossip about.
Go easy.
Moderation is the key for
eating, drinking, and chatting about negative press. We all have a
tendency to take mental notes of over excessiveness. If my 87 year
old mother notices over excessiveness at her senior community
events, do you think it might happen at the office party?
Network.
Introduce yourself to people
you do not know, You may find people that you’ve never met at work
that can help you with a project or help you land that next
promotion. This is a great opportunity to find out about company
news from the perspective of others in the workplace.
Use Your Best Manners.
Continue to put your best foot forward and lock in a positive
reputation for yourself. Be polite and courteous. Others are
watching you to evaluate how you act and react outside of the
office.
Holiday party’s are meant to be fun and
boost morale. Be the example of professionalism and how to “have it
all” without being the “talk of the party.” |
