Monday, December 23, 2019

The Only Office Party Advice Youll Ever Need

The Only Office Party Advice Youll Ever NeedThe Only Office Party Advice Youll Ever NeedFor many in the corporate world, the holiday season means one thing, and one thing only that the office holiday party is right around the corneralong with the typical advice on how to survive the party without denting your reputation. But such advice is offered in entirely the wrong spiritit operates from the assumption you need to be told how to behave, and preys on a fear that a lot of people have that one mistake will end your career.Any nicht vom fach psychologist will tell you that when your fears dictate your behavior, your behavior will be fearful. And anyone whos ever been to a party will know that a room full of cagey people trying their best not to slip up does not a good time make. And if youre not planning on having a good time, whats the point of a party?Holiday party advice tends to overlook one thing these events are supposed to be fun. Theyre supposed to reward employees for anothe r year of hard work, and to facilitate a collegial spirit in the workplace.With that in mind, then, heres what you should do this yearGo to the party. Try to have fun. Talk to peopleeven people you dont know. Try not to talk about work. If you drink, have a couple. Then go home. In short, do what you would at any other social gathering at any other time of year be yourself.If you need more advice than that on how to comport yourself in public, then you dont need career informationyou need helpPhil Stott, Vault.com

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