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“Humbug! ‘Worst Holiday Party Slump’ in Decades” HR News :: December 1, 2009
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Holiday Party Decreases
81% in 2009
83% in 2001
82% in 1991
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2009 Recession Impact
56% of holiday party reductions were blamed on the economy
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H1N1 Flu Impact
Office holiday parties may also be challenged by flu outbreaks
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Employee Morale
70% of offices not having parties are not planning any morale boosting activities.
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“Those companies putting employees f i r s t w i l l s e e R E T E N T I O N B E N E F I T S when the economy t u r n s a r o u n d . ”
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53% of events are planned for
the evening
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Office Parties with Alcohol
73% in 2009
71% in 2008
70% in 2007
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Holiday Party Suggestions
§ Enforce a professional dress code
§ Consider inviting partners or families
§ Make attendance voluntary
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Holiday Party Suggestions
§ If serving alcohol, encourage moderation prior to the event
§ Avoid serving hard liquor or drinks that mask alcohol content
§ Have a comprehensive, written anti-harassment policy