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Don’t hate me, BUT It's never too early to start planning your company Christmas party! Just sayin...... We're now officially into the 2nd part of the year Now is the perfect time to get a head start on organising a memorable event for your team. Here are a few reasons why early planning is crucial: 🎄Securing the perfect venue: Popular venues get booked months in advance. Starting now ensures you have a variety of options to choose from. 🎄Booking entertainment and catering: Quality entertainers and caterers also have busy schedules during the festive season. Early booking guarantees you get the best services. 🎄Budget management: Planning ahead allows you to allocate your budget more effectively and avoid last-minute expenses. 🎄Invitations and RSVPs: Sending out invitations early gives your team enough time to mark their calendars and make necessary arrangements. 🎄Customising the event: More time means more opportunities to personalise the event to reflect your company culture and values. Tip: Aim to start planning at least 4-6 months in advance to ensure a smooth and stress-free process. #CompanyCulture #ChristmasParty #EventPlanning #EmployeeEngagement

🎄🪩 Keeping the Festive Spirit Alive: Why Your January Christmas Party Can Be a Blast! 🪩🎄 One of the biggest challenges for corporate event managers is how to handle the work Christmas party. It's tempting to hold your shindig in December, but often, it can be difficult to get a booking or a date that suits everyone. Many firms are now having their official Christmas parties in late November, but there's also a growing trend to see the festive celebrations hold over until the New Year. But as an employer, how do you communicate this with your staff, who may be expecting to celebrate with your co-workers before the Christmas period really starts? Here at Inspired Occasions, we work closely with firms across Devon and Cornwall (and elsewhere in the UK), helping them to make the most of their corporate events. Our role isn't just about booking a venue and sourcing a catering team. We provide consultancy support and expertise, with guidance on how to make the most of your budget and how to effectively communicate the critical details with your employees.  So, hold on to your gingerbread cookies because we're about to dive into the whys and how's of pulling off a January Christmas party with flair. 🥂: https://lnkd.in/ey5BYPDK #InspiredOccasions #ChristmasParty #WorkChristmasParty #CorporateChristmasParty

Your (🫵🏼) Christmas Party 🎄 A short story… 📖 I thought I’d quickly narrate the simple process of booking and hosting your Christmas Party here at the award winning, Barnham Broom 🥇 Chapter 1: Discovery 📕 Firstly, you and I (probably over a coffee) go over what experience you are looking for and reflect on previous parties; good and bad! Chapter 2: Proposal 📗 Following this, along with the team, I will create a bespoke proposal for your Christmas Party which aligns with what we discussed. This will be a transparent and honest document detailing the services and costs attached. Chapter 3: Agreement 📘 Once you are happy with the design, I will introduce our Christmas Events Coordinator, Josephine, who will go through the booking, contract and deposit structure. Chapter 4: Enjoy 📙 It is then time to enjoy the party! Christmas Parties are there to celebrate alongside your team and clients. Our operations team, led by Katie Miller, will facilitate every aspect of the event; allowing you to enjoy the occasion. 🗓️ I have a few dates remaining for private Christmas Parties but enquiries are coming in daily‼️ Send me a direct message or email cleek@barnham-broom.co.uk, it’s that simple! ✨

I’m seeing the annual start of the Christmas party season as my feed fills with posts “talk to me about your Xmas party” In leisure, Christmas often starts as early as January as plans to smash the previous years ‘heads’ start and by July the teams are starting to get selling The problem is everyone is doing the same thing Everyone is sticking up the same templated posts on LinkedIn, messaging friends they know who have big teams or sticking a post on Facebook. Some will even put a Christmas tree up in their venues. Some will get hosting preview nights (and most will invite people who’ve been before and not anyone new 🤦♂️) The smart ones will get out to businesses and have real conversations about what they’ve done in the past that they loved, what sort of budget they are working with, learn about the team and come up with some suggestions on how they can help. This year I can already see it’s going to be more competitive than any other year, some companies will replace Christmas parties with cost of living help, some will do less and some more. There’s more venues and options than before. If you want to win the Christmas party race stop posting the same old LinkedIn posts - go and have a conversation and make sure you have something different and/or personal to offer! …and if you are relying only on LinkedIn at least get creative with those Christmas party posts! Good luck to all leading the Christmas countdown, it is the most fun time in leisure (aside from delivering the events)🎄

My mum buys her Christmas presents in August.   Maybe she's onto something….   So with summer just around the corner, here's 3 reasons why you should start planning your work Christmas party:   1) The early bird get the worm 👀 TAG has partnerships with thousands of top venues worldwide- ranging from 5* hotels to Michelin star restaurants. If you get in touch now, you'll have the pick of the crop. You'd be surprised how quickly these get booked!     2) Out of sight, out of mind 😮💨 The sooner you reach out to us, the sooner we can take this off your plate. The TAG events team specialise in event management, booking and even support on the day. We all know Christmas is stressful enough as it is, why not enjoy the party instead of planning it?! 3)Money, money, money 💵  Budget forecasting may have already happened for the year, but we all know at the end of the year we tend to get carried away. I don't know what's worse: telling the boss you've overspent, or telling the team they're having their Christmas do at Nando's…. The earlier you plan ahead, the more likely you are to stay within budget for the year.     Reach out to me on 02089626813, and lets talk ✨Christmas✨ #eventsindustry #eventmanagement #christmas #travelmanagement  

Is this you, in a conundrum over the company Christmas party this year? You want to keep your people connected to your business. But you don’t want to be seen as too lavish in a challenging climate. Do you scale back? Or run the risk of demotivating, even punishing the greatest assets your business has – your people? The term ‘stuck between a rock and a hard place’ springs to mind. It’s a balancing act. Ultimately, you need to decide what best fits your business and your workforce. All the same, “Christmas gifts, Christmas trees, Christmas is the time to please.” So, keep calm and merry on! TLC can help you get it right, because we’re highly skilled event strategists, not just event designers and organisers. Our creative vision sets us apart. But we also have a unique knack for planning and implementing a reindeer ready event strategy uniquely for your business. It’s a process that accounts in equal measure for the ‘bigger picture’ factors and the tiniest details, including budget allocation and management of all event-related: 🎄Venues 🎄Services 🎄Suppliers With CEO Liz Taylor’s time-honoured insight, we’re highly competent problem-solvers, delivering a wow-worthy Christmas celebration your people will love and remember. So, if you’re struggling to decide, we're here to advise. But out of interest, where do you stand on this? Have you already booked this year’s Christmas party? Or is the jury still out? #christmaspartyplanner #eventprofsuk #recognitionevents #eventindustry

Are you looking for a way to celebrate the holiday season with your team without breaking the bank? Have you thought of a shared Christmas or Year-End office party? Not only will you save money by splitting the cost with other businesses, but you'll also enjoy a large-production event with all the trimmings. One of the best things about a shared party is the ease of planning. There's no need to stress over venue or entertainment booking - We take care of everything. All you need to do is show up and let the festivities begin! But it's not just the convenience that makes a shared party great. There's also the fact that it's simply more fun to celebrate with other people. From the energy of live music to the joy of dancing with colleagues, the shared experience creates a unique sense of community and togetherness. So, what are you waiting for? This year, make your holiday party spectacular while saving money and freeing yourself from the hassle of planning. Join a shared party and let the good times roll! DM For details. #YearEndFunctionPlanning #BlueVelvetEvents #ExquisiteVenues #PerfectEntertainment #ProfessionalEventPlanning #MemorableExperiences #OnTimeAndOnBudget

🌟 Party like a professional this Christmas 🎄🎉   Christmas parties can still be fun and professional at the same time with these great party tips!   🎅 Pace You rself: Enjoy the holiday spirits in moderation. Sip your favourite drinks slowly and alternate with water to stay hydrated. 🎁 Respect Boundaries: Remember that it's still a work-related event. Keep conversations respectful and steer clear of sensitive topics. 🎶 Dance and Be Merry: Hit the dance floor and groove to the music, but keep it classy. Nobody wants to see the office robot dance! 🍔 Buffet Etiquette: If there's a buffet, avoid loading your plate like it's your last meal. Leave enough for others to enjoy. 🤝 Networking: Take advantage of the festive atmosphere to network and build relationships with colleagues. 🚗 Safe Transportation: Plan your ride home in advance. Designate a driver, use a rideshare service, or have a cab number ready. 📸 Capture Memories: Capture the fun moments with colleagues, but remember that not everything should be shared on social media!   Let's make this year's Christmas party memorable for all the right reasons—laughter, camaraderie, and responsible enjoyment. Cheers to a festive and responsible holiday season!   Find out more https://lnkd.in/gQK2pesj    🥂🎶 #HolidayPartyEtiquette #FestiveAndResponsible #OfficeCelebration

🌟 Party like a professional this Christmas 🎄🎉   Christmas parties can still be fun and professional at the same time with these great party tips!   🎅 Pace You rself: Enjoy the holiday spirits in moderation. Sip your favourite drinks slowly and alternate with water to stay hydrated. 🎁 Respect Boundaries: Remember that it's still a work-related event. Keep conversations respectful and steer clear of sensitive topics. 🎶 Dance and Be Merry: Hit the dance floor and groove to the music, but keep it classy. Nobody wants to see the office robot dance! 🍔 Buffet Etiquette: If there's a buffet, avoid loading your plate like it's your last meal. Leave enough for others to enjoy. 🤝 Networking: Take advantage of the festive atmosphere to network and build relationships with colleagues. 🚗 Safe Transportation: Plan your ride home in advance. Designate a driver, use a rideshare service, or have a cab number ready. 📸 Capture Memories: Capture the fun moments with colleagues, but remember that not everything should be shared on social media!   Let's make this year's Christmas party memorable for all the right reasons—laughter, camaraderie, and responsible enjoyment. Cheers to a festive and responsible holiday season!   Find out more https://lnkd.in/g5w4F4aq    🥂🎶 #HolidayPartyEtiquette #FestiveAndResponsible #OfficeCelebration

Reimagining the Office Christmas Party: Embrace the Change! Traditionally, Christmas parties have centred around three-course sit-down meals. But as budgets tighten and companies seek fresh, engaging experiences, standing receptions featuring street food, canapés, and bowl food are on the rise. And it’s easy to see why! ✨ More Social Interaction: Standing events encourage mingling, allowing team members to interact with a wider range of colleagues rather than just those at their table. 🍲 Budget-Friendly Yet Delicious: Street food and bowl food not only stretch the budget further but also bring character to the event. Partnering with smaller, independent caterers means better food without breaking the bank. What's not to like? 🏢 Flexibility for Larger Groups: For larger groups (200+), finding a venue for a sit-down meal can be challenging. Standing events open up a wider range venue options, making planning smoother and more flexible. 💡 Smart Savings: The cost savings from a standing reception can be allocated to other elements of the event, like entertainment, multiple catering providers, or a more generous bar spend. Something to consider when thinking about your Christmas Party!