Seasonal & Special Events Ideas
If you’re no Martha Stewart and you’re going to be hosting a party soon, you may be a nervous wreck. The first party planning tip for the novice hostess is to relax. If your guests sense your anxiety, then the mood for the party will be set. You must try to relax and have fun at your own party. Here…
Christmas & Holiday Party Tips
It’s likely that you’ve attended a holiday office party that doesn’t fill you with the holiday spirit – in fact, it may have been so dull that most employees wished they could just sit back down at their desks and resume their workday. Fortunately, your office doesn’t need to suffer the same fate. If you’ve been tasked with planning a…
Seasonal & Special Events Ideas
Many married couples say their first anniversary (symbolized by paper) is the most exciting and most memorable. A first wedding anniversary is a great time to plan a celebration that gives the newlyweds many heartfelt memories for years to come. Paper Anniversary wedding parties are usually casual and inexpensive; after all, you have to save up for when you make…
Seasonal & Special Events Ideas
It’s hard sometimes to realize that someone has worked for your company for twenty, thirty, even forty years. When it comes time for them to retire, you want to show them how much their effort, dedication and long service is appreciate, plus give them a great memory to retire on. Planning a great retirement party for them may seem like…
Seasonal & Special Events Ideas
Nothing says a great time like good friends, good times and good food. While any time of year is a great time for a neighborhood party, having a barbecue party during the summer where lots of awesome grilling is done is unlike any party ever given. The smells and tastes are totally unlike any other party at any other time…
So your big event is just around the corner, and you just haven’t had the time to start planning. Maybe you were handed the reigns with no time to spare, or life simply got in the way. Whatever the case, just because you’re short on time doesn’t mean that last-minute event planning needs to be a headache. With a little…
The event of the year is on the calendar so don’t let it flop! Whether your company is hosting an annual conference that draws hundreds of professionals from your industry, or the event is a more simple annual employee gathering, avoid these corporate event mistakes. 1. The venue is too small. Sure, the seat count might be accurate, but is…
You love spoiling your staff. Now, make it fit into your yearly budget! With a few simple steps, HR pros and administrative staff can add a well-planned line item to the expense proposal when budgeting for employee recognition. This will make your employees feel appreciated throughout the new year! Calculate the Number of Employees First, you have to know how…
Christmas & Holiday Party Tips
More and more, companies are shifting their traditional holiday parties into January. For an incredible variety of reasons, a January party is the perfect capper to a bustling holiday season. If you’re not planning a party this year, you absolutely should consider it, and if you are planning a party, consider postponing it a few weeks to start the New…
Christmas & Holiday Party Tips
A holiday party might seem like a simple-enough event to organize. However, those with experience planning a company-wide holiday party know it is no easy feat to host a successful yuletide gathering. For those new to holiday party planning, or those who are looking to make the process easier than years past, use this timeline and tips to put together…
Christmas & Holiday Party Tips
The Christmas season is filled with beauty and wonder with lights shimmering and goodwill overflowing. It is the perfect time to hold elegant gatherings and welcome family and friends into our lives to celebrate all we hold dear. Throwing a perfect Christmas party requires some planning, and when it comes to elegant Christmas parties its success rests in the details….
You’re not the only one in town planning an amazing Christmas party. It’s time to finalize your party venue location and put down a deposit before someone steals your favorite location. But before signing any contracts, use your savvy business skills to negotiate the best deal possible. Here’s a few questions to ask the venue’s event coordinator: Are appetizers for…
You have a budget in place. Your dream of having an amazing Christmas party is real. Now you need to find a place to host the event. Think through your list of friends and colleagues. Do any of them have connections at a local venue? Is there a location in your city that makes you smile each time you visit?…
Before ordering invitations and polishing your best flatware, set a budget for your Christmas party to make it a success within your means. It’s easiest to think of the key expenses in terms of before, during and after the party. Before the Party Creative invitations House cleaning service or book a venue Holiday decor, centerpieces and favors During the Party…
This year, plan your Christmas or holiday party with PaperDirect. We are excited to announce that each week until Christmas, we will be providing helpful tips, insider advice and exclusive promotions for your office or family party. Whether you’re in the beginning or just need some advice, we have valuable tips to make planning your party a breeze. To see…
Marketing & Sales Promotion Techniques
Good marketing can make a world of difference for your company. It can be the difference between generating new business, retaining customers and creating repeat customers to becoming easily forgettable and losing business to your competition. So with that in mind, it’s important to create impactful marketing that’s different from your competitors – but in a good way. And it’s…
Christmas & Holiday Party Tips
The holidays mean it’s time to party! Nearly 90 percent of offices hold a yearly holiday party to celebrate and reward employees for their hard work. When you’re brainstorming company holiday party ideas, you might run into some road blocks. Don’t stress! These holiday party tips will help you achieve a fantastic Holiday office party! Tips for Holiday Party Costs:…
Seasonal & Special Events Ideas
Organizing a company golf scramble is one way to build stronger teams on the job and off-the-clock. While some company organizers work with the local golf club planner to develop a charity event or semiannual outing, there is nothing wrong with in-house planning to save some money. Make it more fun by tailoring the event to fit your group! One…
Christmas & Holiday Party Tips
Are you the lucky office manager who has been charged with planning this year’s big holiday party? Lucky you! If you work in a small office, your stress level should be manageable and you may even have fun planning the shindig, but if you work for a large corporation and people are expecting a holiday party of epic proportions, you…
Christmas & Holiday Party Tips
It’s never too early to start planning for your holiday party this year! PaperDirect is your holiday party planning headquarters, and we have everything from Christmas invitations to thank you cards for any gifts people bring to your holiday event! Whether you’re planning a small, intimate affair in your home or a spectacular holiday bash in a huge venue such…