Corporate parties are big events that celebrate milestones. However, if you’re planning them, they can be a big headache. If you’ve been given the job, then you have an intimidating task ahead of you.
Here are some tips that you need to keep in mind to ensure that your corporate party is a success:
Start Early
The moment you get the job, you should start planning. This is because you are going to need time. For example, corporate event spaces in New York or any major city require reservations weeks and even months ahead of time. Starting early allows you to start the planning process, so you can have time before the event to make it as perfect as possible.
List Things Down
The first step is to make a list. Being organized makes a lot of things easier for you. Lists would be able to break down everything so that you can handle the tasks in bite-sized pieces. Start listing what you need to do, and then assigning a deadline to them. Additionally, the tasks should be assigned based on the level of importance so that you can focus on how you should finish those tasks. Start with the most urgent and move down to the least important one.
Set a Budget
Now that you know what you need to do, it’s time to set a budget. Your efforts will be mainly limited by how much money you can spend. You need to know how much you will be able to use. This will determine your choices. If you’re early enough in planning, then you have the chance to negotiate with your boss on the budget.
Build a Team
You can’t do everything alone, which is why you need to build a team. Choose people who will be able to assist you in the planning stage. With a team of professionals with different skills, you don’t need to worry about making a mistake. Additionally, you won’t be overloaded with work so that you can focus on important things.
Reserve a Venue
Think about getting a venue. Consider how many people will be attending and what the purpose of the event is. Look at a variety of venues to see which fits your needs.
Choose a Theme
The theme is important. It will influence the decor and the attire that people will wear. It can also set the mood and music for the event.
Focus on Food
If the event is going to take several hours, you need to consider food and drinks. You can work with the venue or hire an independent caterer. Decide on whether you are just going to get finger foods or offer a full buffet.
Think About Entertainment
If the event is going to be long, you also should think about entertainment. The popular choice for corporate events is to hire a singer or a band to entertain the guests. Hiring an event host would also be part of this. Having a professional host ensures that the event will run smoothly.
Corporate events are celebrations to remember. If you’ve been drafted to organize one, that’s a major responsibility. However, it is also an opportunity. With the above tips, your corporate party should be a big hit and draw the attention of the top management. Do your best and your future in the company will look bright.
After graduating from university, Nikolaj went off to backpack across South East Asia to recharge himself for the next chapter of his life. Realizing there was more to explore, he ditched his return flight home and decided to wander some more. While he sees backpacking as an expression of freedom, Nikolaj gets easily attached to a place, and stay there longer than usual. Over the course of three years, he’s had several jobs, usually at hostels where he stays, bookstores, and restaurants. He’s met people from all walks of life and still keeps in touch with them. If he has time to spare, he reads and writes voraciously, much of which is dedicated to this blog.