Required Socializing
Posted by Lisa Hendey in Just me on Friday, December 04, 2009 11:00 AM
It’s likely that this weekend, you may have at least one work-related social function on your calendar. It appears that the first weekend of December is the official start of the office Christmas party season. While this year’s gatherings may be a bit more understated due to economic challenges, your company will still likely observe the holidays in some fashion that involves after-hours gathering.
For many who’ve taken part in our first few Casual Fridays summits, child care and work/home balance appear to be primary topics of concern. Today, I’m curious about how you’ve managed this social tightrope in previous years, and what your plans are for this year’s events. Will your company or employer host a holiday gathering? Is your presence expected/required at these types of events? Is your spouse welcomed and/or expected to attend? Does your company do any holiday types of gatherings for families?
I know that my sister, the lawyer, has social responsibilities every year at Christmas time, and that these coincide with her busiest season of the professional year. She manages to balance things nicely, although I’m sure it adds a bit of stress to her Advent season! For myself, with our children old enough to supervise themselves, holiday festivities are more fun now that I don’t have to worry about getting a babysitter. But I still have the concerns over what outfit to where, who will be in attendance, and how to best connect with my husband’s colleagues and their spouses. That being said, I love Greg’s annual Emergency Department Christmas party and always look forward to gathering with his co-workers and their families. In his department, all family members are welcomed at the party and many do bring little ones in tow!
Are work related Christmas parties fun for you, or is just another part of the job in your book?
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