How to Host an Ugly Christmas Sweater Party

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Every office party should have food and drinks, but an Ugly Christmas Sweater Party should have a few additional elements that make it unique. Check out a few tips on how to host an Ugly Christmas Sweater Party so you ensure the gathering is festive, fun and honors all those who had the courage to show up in their most…

7 Ways to Bring Joy on a Small Christmas Party Budget

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Your company might not have the biggest budget or money to spare for a massive office Christmas party. But, even with a small Christmas party budget, you can still hold a festive event and help your employees get in the spirit of Christmas. 7 Small Budget Christmas Party Ideas: Hold a Cookie Swap Instead of having a Pollyanna or Secret…

Back to Basics: Adding Print to Integrated Christmas Marketing Programs

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Integrated marketing is the coordination of all available marketing avenues, tools and resources your business has into a seamless program that maximizes positive impact upon customers at the lowest cost. While some businesses see the Holidays as a barren desert when it comes to marketing, it is actually a season ripe with marketing opportunities. If you can think outside the…

9 Big Christmas Party Ideas for Small Offices

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You don’t have to have a big group to have a great office party: a little bit of creativity goes a long ways with Christmas party ideas for small offices. Use themed papers for invitations and announcements to get everyone in a party mood, then get ready to have a great time. Black and White Elegance: Make your Christmas Party…

10 Funny Christmas Card Messages That Win Friends and New Business

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The holidays are a time of year for connecting with those we care about, and this includes your clients. Without clients, your business wouldn’t exist, and the holidays are a splendid time of year to take the time to celebrate them and show your appreciation. If you’re tired of the cookie-cutter, traditional Christmas card message, try breaking from the norm;…

Invitation Wording for Business Christmas Parties

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When you are creating invitations for a business Christmas party, you want something that is visually appealing and has business Christmas invitation wording that will encourage employees to attend. If you include only the date, time, and place, the invitations are not that “inviting” and employees may decide to skip out on your corporate party. The wording should entice employees…

Reindeer Games: The Top 5 Christmas Games for Groups

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Your company’s Christmas party gives everyone a chance to unwind, celebrate the season and exchange presents. Planning entertainment can be challenging, though, as you take different personalities, preferences and interested into account. Consider engaging everyone at this year’s party with five fun Christmas games for groups. 1. Employee Trivia A few days before the party, invite your coworkers to share…

How to Write Company Christmas Party Invites that Impress the Board

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Has the task of composing this year’s company Christmas Party invitations fallen upon your shoulders, and you’re at a complete loss for just the right words? Here are some tips from the experts about how to write company Christmas party invites that will impress everyone from the mail room staff to the board of directors’ offices. Begin with Premium Invitations…

5 Creative Business Christmas Card Wording Phrases

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Business Christmas card wording can sometimes feel less than festive. It’s tricky to walk the line between a fun, distinctive Christmas card message and keeping things professional. Erring on the side of caution is generally a good idea. The last thing you want to do is offend your clientele. Professional doesn’t have to mean boring, though. When you are looking…

10 Pinterest Worthy Company Christmas Party Themes

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The company Christmas party is a chance for you and your fellow coworkers to let loose and enjoy the holiday season together. When planning the event, be sure to think about the various company Christmas party themes and decide on one that’s best for your office. The following ideas can help you gather some inspiration during the planning stages. 10…

Thank You Note Etiquette for Christmas Gifts to the Company

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At Christmas time, it’s not uncommon for clients and vendors to send presents to the companies they worked with over the past year. Although your business might have been the one providing the services to the client, it’s important to say “thank you” after receiving a gift. According to manners expert Emily Post, thank you note etiquette dictates that you…

Inspiring Christmas Newsletters that Would Melt Even Scrooge’s Heart

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It’s Christmas time! Christmas is nearly upon us, and it’s time to think about your Christmas newsletter. For business owners, inspiring Christmas newsletters need to strike a delicate balance. You are, after all, addressing a tender, sentimental time of year deeply rooted in religious tradition. But, you’re also reaching out to business associates and need to maintain a degree of…

Fun Christmas Games for Everyone from the Intern to the CEO

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Holiday Christmas parties can either be either a drag or a blast, depending on how well you plan. Rather than carrying office hierarchies over to the company party, choose games that will help everyone feel like equals – and have some fun! Try these Christmas games for everyone at your party this year. Puzzled Cards Divide the number of guests…

How to Write Your Company’s Very First Christmas Newsletter

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Sending a Christmas newsletter to employees, supporters, clients, and customers gives a glimpse of what has happened during your first year as a company. Even if you already know how to write a company newsletter, adjust your approach a little for the Christmas season. Your newsletter should have a warmer feel because of the holidays, it should also be a…

8 Corporate Christmas Party Ideas

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The office Christmas party is back. Whether you have a lot of employees or just a few, ring in the holiday season this year by holding an event to celebrate a year of hard work. Go beyond the basic office party with one of these corporate Christmas party ideas. 1. Hawaiian Luau Throw a Hawaiian luau to get your employee’s…

10 Corporate Holiday Card Messages That Don’t Sound Corporate

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The holidays are a time of year when business owners start thinking about how they will craft corporate holiday card messages to show clients and partners they care about them and appreciate their business. The main challenge is in determining how to make each message sincere and professional, but not too “corporate.” If you can’t find the perfect card, don’t…

9 Tips for a Sparkling Business Christmas Letter

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Christmas is coming, and that means it’s time to create your annual business Christmas letter. This holiday season; take the time to really make it sparkle! Spice up your business Christmas letter and make it stand out this year with these nine tips: 1. Accentuate the Positive Write your business Christmas letter in a cheerful manner. Open with a positive…

Christmas Pin to Win Contest

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We’re excited to invite you to participate in our Christmas Party Pin to Win Contest! One lucky pinner will be awarded a Grand Prize of $100 towards PaperDirect products for creating a Christmas Party Planning Idea board on their own Pinterest account. We want you to pin your favorite ideas for a Christmas or Holiday party – whether it’s an…