Corporate Outings

Corporate outings can be on the tricky side,

for the employer and the employee.

At my previous job,

I planned a 3 day sales conference that involved 2 outings

and I planned 3 Christmas parties that were outside of the facility.

I quickly learned some do's and do not's,

I personally think these are important to remember

for the employer and employee.

Here's the list and explanations;

DO's

- provide transportation:

you never want an employee to get into a vehicle after they may have drank.

- provide food and beverage:

you do not want to plan an outing and then they have to pay for their own f&b,

I am not stating that you have to purchase their alcohol.

- make it fun:

try to make it pleasant and fun so it does not feel like a drag to your employees.

- take suggestions:

this can make it easier for the next time.

- make it mandatory:

work culture is important so your employers interacting with the boss can create that.

DO NOT's

- take your own vehicle (if transportation is being given):

you do not want to drink and drive, show up late, or leave early, your boss will notice.

- drink heavily:

oh please do not! this is still a part of work! be professional.

- swear / act inappropriate:

I repeat again, this is still a part of work!

- leave the group:

people will notice and it can be a hassle if you all came together.

Please just remember to be professional and respect your employers effort for the outing
and respect your employee for also putting effort into attending.

I hope this was helpful :)

XO, J