It’s that time of year where we gather, celebrate and attend a good ol’ fashioned office holiday party. It’s a way to use the holidays as a reason or excuse to relieve all of the pent-up frustrations of the last 12 months. Well, it hasn’t been an easy 12 months and we need relief, cheer, and free booze the most right now. However, it isn’t exactly the smart thing to do to throw a rip-roaring, Mad Men style office party. How else can you show your appreciation to your employees while boosting morale and maintaining social distancing? We have few ideas.
Virtual Wine Pairing
Inviting your employees to take part in a virtual wine tasting is a great way to replace an in-person gathering. It gives them something experiential to do at home and steps up your typical Zoom call when you’re trying different types of delicious wine. This is perfect for small-medium sized teams who have missed their post-work happy hours with coworkers!
Cooking Class at Home
If your typical office party includes your employees sitting down to feast on a delicious meal, then you might not be able to find a restaurant that allows you to gather in large parties. However, you can let your employees in on the experience by sending them kits with ingredients and instructions for an at-home cooking class. It lets everyone have their hand at playing chef and will allow them to create lasting memories of this crazy year.
Month-Long Celebration
If this year has been especially stressful for your staff, why not give them a whole month of celebrations to look forward to? It could be something that happens weekly, such as provided lunch on Tuesdays or beers on Fridays. Reminding them that you appreciate them will lead to higher job satisfaction and overall happiness in the workplace.
Socially Distanced Party
If your team is small enough, an in-person party can still be an option for you. Find the right venue that allows for social distancing and is following COVID-19 regulations. If you’re really playing it safe, we suggest finding a venue with an in-house caterer to limit outside visitors, while still treating your employees to a special evening.
Whether you choose to celebrate your employees near or far, let them know you appreciate them. If you need an accommodating space, The Cleveland Room is set up and can host a socially distanced gathering for up to 50 people. We’d love to work with you!