Office Party Dos and Donts

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Office parties can be a lot of fun for everyone. As much as you might love to “let loose” and do whatever you can to enjoy yourself, you must always remember that you are partying with your colleagues and your boss, and there are certain limits to which you must adhere. To keep yourself out of trouble, stick to the following do’s and don’ts.
Do…
Dress in an appropriate fashion
Be careful about dressing suggestively at your holiday party. You want people to think highly of you and respect you, especially since they work with you. Find out the dress code before the party.
Look happy to be there
Even if the office party is not your idea of a good time, pretend that it is. Managers generally appreciate it when employees come out and take part in such events. Mingle with people and talk. Do not stay sullen in a corner like you were forced to go. Be polite.
Arrive on time and stay
You should not be late to your party and leave after 15 minutes. Try to be on time just as you would for work. Stay for a while, but do not stay past the ending time.
Don’t …
Get drunk
You do not want to be out of control at your office party, recommends Fox Business. You may do something that you regret later, something that could cost you your job. Even if you are not working, others will build an impression of you based on the party, and it can very well follow you straight back to the office.
Become overly comfortable with your boss
Just because it is after hours does not mean that you can talk inappropriately to your boss. You should always be respectful. He is still your boss. What you may consider a joke may be taken seriously by him and affect your job.
Hit on someone
The office party is not the time to start a romance, especially if it is not allowed within the company. Everyone will be watching you and you may make the other person uncomfortable. At any work event, sexual harassment could come into play. Leave your suggestive comments at home.
Go into controversial conversations
You do not want to make enemies out of people at work. Do not talk about a subject that you know is very controversial and will just get people fired up. Also stay away from office gossip, suggests Monster.
Your behavior during the office party can have a positive or negative impact on your career. The above tips can help you have a successful holiday party.