Geet Host Party!

It's party time on Geet - Hui Sabse Parayi! The emotional but chirpy small-town girl Geet has indeed come a long way. She is being asked to organize a party at her workplace in Maan's office. It’s a big moment for her, and an opportunity to prove her skills

Being the first for Geet, we hope she is well-prepared with a checklist of the to-dos and not-to-dos for the office party. Just in case she hasn't, we consulted some event managers to present a list of pointers for her, to ensure that she comes out a winner! And all the Geet's out there battling office politics yourselves, this could help you have an upper hand! So, make your lists thoroughly…

Inform employees well in advance – Make sure to get this done with first, Geet?
If possible, it is a good idea to confer with the employees and take their suggestions before fixing a date for the office party. This helps ensure that the right date and time is fixed. Also, after the management decides on a time and date for the party, it is advisable to inform all the employees well in advance and request them to block their calendars for the event, so that optimum employee participation and enjoyment can be attained. It is ideal to hold the party during office hours, so that the after-work commitments of the employees are not affected.

Choose a convenient venue
The venue for the party should be convenient for everyone to reach on time. It is ideal to select a venue near the place of work or a place that is familiar to most employees.

If the party is to be held within the office premises, it is essential to do so in an area that is conducive to large gatherings. It is also necessary to clear away the office paraphernalia before the party, as it can act like a dampener on the party spirits of employees. We really hope Geet has taken care of this!

Party decorations - We are sure the lively Geet would have arranged for the best of decorations!
A party space should look like a party space! Decorating the venue tastefully would go a long way in creating a mood for the party. Magazines and the Internet can be a great source of party decoration ideas. The inclusion of fun activities at the party would also help in getting the employees' mind off work for a while and make them relaxed.

Keep it non-denominational - Ticked off the list, Geet?
To ensure that all employees feel welcome and enjoy the party, it is necessary to keep it non-denominational. In other words, it is necessary not to lean excessively towards any one particular religious faith.

Arranging for adequate food - This should be a cake walk for our punjabi khudi!
It is crucial for the success of a party to arrange for adequate quantities of the right kind of food. If possible, it would be a good idea to consult with the employees beforehand and find out about any special dietary requirements that anyone might have. The food should be tastefully selected, ensuring that each employee's preferences are taken care of. It is advisable to have a good selection of both vegetarian and non-vegetarian food, so that both groups of employees can enjoy the party. If alcohol is being served at the party, it is also necessary to keep a good stock of non-alcoholic drinks, bottled waters and juices for the non-drinkers. There should be plenty to go around for everyone.

If finances are tight, asking the employees to contribute to a common potluck could be a great idea, which would go a long way towards improving team spirit. If everyone is not ready for a potluck, it is advisable to ask all the employees to contribute a fixed sum of money, and then arrange for catering.

You listening, Geet? Recommending a dress code
It would be advisable to suggest the appropriate dress code, if any, to the employees well in advance. This would help them in being well prepared and avoid any embarrassing situations at a later stage.

Gifts/Mementos - Wonder what Geet has planned on this!
Commonly, the idea behind an office party is relaxation and enjoyment, or celebration for good work done. Giving small gifts or mementos to the employees in a party would go a long way towards boosting their morale.

If gifts or mementos are planned, it is necessary to ensure that no one is left out.

Watching out
You don't want your employees getting into trouble at/after the party, especially when alcohol is being served! It is necessary to be cautious and keep an eye on the employees at a party, to avoid embarrassing situations and to protect the company from risks. A responsible employer not only watches out for his employees at the party, but also ensures that they have a safe return back home after the party. Don't forget to watch out, Geet! Take care of yourself as well...

Run the plan by the management

Once the party venue, timings and broad outline of the activities at the party are planned, it is a must to run it by the concerned supervisor beforehand. It is essential to get each and every activity approved by the management before communicating them to the employees. This is crucial, Geet especially because you report to a tempered boos - Maan!

Let's wish Geet all the best for the upcoming event and hope that it is a grand success, share your expereinces in the when you post your comments! It's her first office party in just few weeks being in the city, and moreover her first corportate social gathering. We all know such situations can be very stressfull, especially with a tough boss like Maan and nosely colleagues like Sasha and Tasha.

Let's hope for the best for Geet and you don't the upcoming party at Geet – Hui Sabse Parayi only on STAR One at 9:30 pm.