Office Party Etiquette

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You’re at a party. You can relax. Right? Wrong! You are still at work! So behave!
• #1 Rule: Don’t drink too much! You can harm your career if you lose control or say the wrong thing.
• Find out if you are meant to bring a guest. If not … don’t!
• Dress appropriately. You’ll ruin your image if you wear something too tight, too short or too revealing.
• Don’t be the last to arrive nor the last to leave.
• Greet and introduce yourself to the higher ups and people from other areas. Parties are great to network BUT …
• Don’t monopolize either a person or a conversation.
• Listen. Ask questions. Pay attention and keep eye contact with whomever you are talking.
• Don’t just talk business and don’t complain. It’s a party. Be positive.
• Quiet your cell phone. If you must take a call, do it in private.
• Thank the host, the planner and anyone else who was involved in giving the party. A follow-up email can go a long way!
(From Dr. Mimi’s workshop on Etiquette)

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