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Business Holiday Parties

The vast majority of businesses and organizations host an annual holiday party each year. Find out more about what is expected for those who plan or attend these events.
Behind the Event: Employee Christmas Party at Hotel Majestic
Different organizations work hard at trying to define a great employee holiday party theme each year. This profile highlights a Spanish Christmas party with an Arab theme.
Holiday Parties Are Great Morale Builders
On average, 80-90% of corporate employers host an annual employee holiday party to help build morale. Each year, Battallia Winston surveys corporations about their holiday party trends, and event planners continue to implement a variety of approaches for those celebrations.
Etiquette Mistakes at the Company Holiday Party
Even though most holiday parties of today aren't the same as many were in the 1990s, that doesn't mean that managers and colleagues aren't observing your behavior patterns at the event. Avoid these potentially career impacting mistakes.
Corporate Holiday Gift Ideas for Less Than $25
More and more organizations are putting a ceiling on how much money can be spent on client gifts at the holidays. Although I will leave it up to you to decide your budget, these top ideas will be appreciated by your clients and keep the boss happy at the same time.
Tips to Reduce Employee Holiday Party Expenses
Many organizations already account for expenses associated with the annual party by allocating a fixed dollar amount per employee within budgets. Given this, many planners are often challenged with finding ways to plan this year's employee holiday party with the same or less than last year's money. Try some of these tips.

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