Friday, November 27, 2009

Her Office Party: A Survival Guide



It’s that time of year again: Time for the company holiday party. It’s bad enough that you have to dress up and schmooze all night at your own party (at least there’s an open bar, that’s some consolation), but now she wants you to attend hers too.

After-hours work functions (especially when it’s not even your work), can be a little daunting to those newly venturing into the corporate realm. And conversely, the nuances of the company holiday party are old-hat to the corporate journeyman. Pretty much all the same rules/tips apply to any corporate function, but this time there’s just a little twist: It’s her company party. That means there’s a little more to it than guys might think.

What You Need to Know and Do:

1. Dress appropriately for the occasion
Be sure to check what the dress code is for her company party. Luckily for work holiday parties, the dress code is typically pretty clear: formal, cocktail, etc. Don’t worry if your wardrobe isn’t too extensive. Deriving different looks from your basic dark suit can easily be done with your tie, cuff links, shirt color, etc.

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