- Choose a theme and ask each employee to dress accordingly, for example with something red
- Have an ice breaker at the start of the party, such as the famous “two truths and one lie”
- Invite each participant to prepare their favorite drink in advance
- Ask your employees if they would like to get involved, playing some music if they have an instrument at home, singing a song or creating an online quiz or blind test for colleagues
- Review the year together and focus on achievements and positive events
- Avoid long speeches from management and use visual elements such as images and videos
- Consider sending employees a party kit beforehand with some nibbles and accessories.
Christmas and End-Of-Year Celebration: 3 Ideas Amidst COVID-19
This year, it will most probably be impossible to have a Christmas party or celebration event to thank employees for their hard work and dedication throughout 2020. But that doesn’t mean there is nothing you can do to reward your teams! Here are three celebration ideas to close the year with a bang, recognize the efforts of your staff and keep spirits up in these difficult times. Idea #1: Organize a Virtual Company Party Why not organize a virtual celebration? Online events can be engaging and fun too, especially if you add in some elements such as games, costumes or music. Here are a few ways to create a fun virtual celebration: