If you are invited to the company holiday party, you should attend. While it's natural to consider declining an invitation, it's not considered proper etiquette to do so in a professional setting.

1. Drinking too much Overindulging in alcohol is one of the most common mistakes people make at holiday parties. It might feel like the right time to let loose, especially if there’s an open bar ...

Being the first to leave — or overstaying your welcome It's best not to rush out the door at a corporate holiday party. Gottsman told BI that leaving too early can make it look like you're eager ...

When declining an invitation for a work holiday party, many employees may think they need to explain to their employer why they won’t be able to make it. Jodi R.R. Smith, president and owner of ...

A newly married woman used her company's holiday party to get wedding gifts, according to her co-worker. 'I have been to some crazy work holiday parties. But I have never attended one where an ...

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