Tips for Hosting a Holiday Party

Whether you plan on hosting a sit down dinner or a neighborhood open house, here are some great tips for hosting a fabulous holiday soiree!

-Consider getting help (no, not that kind of help).  Depending on how much you are comfortable taking on, think about gathering one or two of your most social friends and forming a little planning committee.  Two or three heads are always better than one!

-Use this time to give back.  Have a place in your home or at the venue where guests can bring an unwrapped toy or canned goods to be donated to your favorite charity.

-Set the mood.  Have a sound system in place with enough music to last the duration of the gathering.

-Be sure and provide non-alcoholic beverages for the non-drinkers and children if they are invited

-Plan ahead so the night of the party you are able to enjoy yourself as much as your guests!

{sourced from Chiff}


In case you missed it, head over to the It's Better Together blog and see my guest post from yesterday!

The Holiday Office Party

A lot of companies throw holiday parties for their employees this time of year.  Whether the party is thrown by your company or you are accompanying your spouse or significant other to their party, there are certain standards of behavior.

-Don't ignore the invitation to the party.  Not going could affect your reputation

-While you should enjoy the party, be aware that people are probably watching you and you should remember that this does fall under a business event

-Determine if the dress for the party is dressy or casual and plan appropriately.  The office party is not the time for anything too tight or revealing.

-Eat and drink in moderation.  Becoming drunk is in no way appropriate and you also don't want to pile your plate to the sky.

-Avoid talking shop all night.  Keep conversation upbeat and use this as an opportunity to learn more about your colleagues.

sourced from Holiday Party Do's and Don'ts