Remember that it’s a celebration, not a marketing session
Treat your staff to a festive get-together, but don’t talk shop
Arranging a seasonal knees-up for your team requires a daunting number of decisions. Among the keys to planning a successful staff holiday party are knowing the tastes of your partygoers and choosing an appropriate time
The rules of etiquette say no. But if a client brings up political issues, steer the conversation toward finance
Navigating the social conventions of your clients can be challenging. You must do your homework and, when in doubt, follow your client’s lead
It’s OK to go casual for the season. Just don’t go too far
Smoothing out these details can make for a more productive, pleasant meeting
Put the phone away and make eye contact
Dial in on time and put all other tasks on hold
Make sure visitors are comfortable, and minimize distractions